of Jonesboro, AR
January 6, 1951 - April 3, 2025
James Anthony Jones, known to his family and friends as Jim, of Jonesboro, AR passed away Thursday, April 3, 2025 at St. Bernards Hospital at the age of 74 years. He was born in Brooklyn NY to Anthony James and Helen (Donnelly) Jones. Jim worked 32 years for the Department of Labor. He loved to read, was an active member and sponsor of AA meetings. He was a cancer survivor. Jim was a godly man, and had a beautiful soul and he loved to help people.
Jim was preceded in death by his parents; and a sister, Maurene Jones.
Survivors include his loving wife of 24 years, Shirley (Davis) Jones; three sons, Tony Jones, Richard (Amy) Jones and Timothy Gregson; a daughter, Tonya (Chris) Stevenson; nine grandchildren; one great-grandchild; and a sister, Susan Gulizia.
A memorial visitation will be held Monday, April 7, 2025 from 10 am to 11:30 am at Roller-Farmers Union Funeral Home, 1900 West Washington Avenue in Jonesboro.
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22 Condolence(s)
Jimmy Alexander
Sunday, April 6, 2025
I am so sad with the loss of a good man and a good friend. I am grateful and blessed that our paths crossed. He meant so much to others that he connected with. I am sorry Shirley and his family for the loss. May Jim Jones rest in peace.
Gary Thayer
Sunday, April 6, 2025
Sandra and I met Jim while working at the DOL in the late 1970's. We became friends with him and enjoyed his quick wit and sense of humor. We have some good memories from that time. Please accept our condolences.
Diane Heim
Sunday, April 6, 2025
I am so sorry to hear about Jim's passing. I worked with Jim for many years at DOL. Not only was he a thoughtful colleague who cared deeply about the mission of the Department, but he was a fun and caring person. I was sad when he retired because I so enjoyed working with him on DOL projects. I hope that the family finds peace in their many wonderful memories of times with Jim.
Richard L. Gorman, MD,
Sunday, April 6, 2025
Was lucky enough to know Jim in High School and early in college. We then went on different paths. It gives me great to joy to see that he was fortunate to have found love, family and happiness. We became Facebook friends but not regularly. His soul is kind, gentle and caring. Who can predict the arc of someone else's life But it was obvious what kind of man Jim would become. He was rewarded in this life and will be in the next. I wish and will pray for peace for those who shared his life closely.
Mary Gibbons
Saturday, April 5, 2025
Shirley and family, I am so sorry for your loss. He was a wonderful human being who helped a lot of people and always made us laugh.
Lisa Stuart
Saturday, April 5, 2025
My heart just sunk seeing this. I worked with Jim and he brought joy with him to the office and it was contagious. He will be missed.
James A Green
Friday, April 4, 2025
I’m still in shock about you passing Jim.
I’ve known you for close to 9 years now.
We had a lot in common and l will miss all our daily texting over these past few years. We shared a couple of the same battles. One being colorectal cancer survivors. That’s where we really became close. I will our communication and the true friendship.
praying for your family and the many lives that you have touched through out the other journey that we share. Godspeed my dear friend!
Nancy Detweiler
Friday, April 4, 2025
Shirley and family, I am so sad to hear that Jim is gone. We became friends as I helped him with real estate, and we supported each other in the program. He was a true, good friend.
Bryan Lansford
Friday, April 4, 2025
Jim was a huge part of my recovery! His daily messages always made a difference in my day. I loved him. I will miss him dearly. One of a kind, for sure!
Al Stewart
Friday, April 4, 2025
I’m so sorry to hear of Jim’s passing. I worked with him for many years at the Department of Labor. He was a true professional, kind, and honorable. He will be missed. My condolences to his family and friends.
Deborah England
Friday, April 4, 2025
My brother of the heart! Such a gentle giant. I know you are devastated Shirley. You and the family will be in my thoughts and prayers
Roberta Dement
Friday, April 4, 2025
Jim was one of the good guys. He will be greatly missed
Shirley you and your family are in my prayers
Cherish your wonderful memories they will help you make it through
God is with you
Robert Nardoza
Friday, April 4, 2025
Many good times and laughs. Rest in Peace Jim
Michel Smyth
Friday, April 4, 2025
I am so sorry to read this. Jim and I worked together at DOL. He was always so well prepared, and more important, so very pleasant to work with. He exemplified public service in the best tradition of that term.
Angie Weston
Friday, April 4, 2025
I am so sorry for your loss. Praying for you.
Lee and Kevin Homewood
Friday, April 4, 2025
Our deepest condolences. Jim was a wonderful man, father and husband.
Danna Deaton
Friday, April 4, 2025
I loved Jim so much and he was a vital part of my journey. God Bless your Shirley and his family
Linda Nelson
Thursday, April 3, 2025
Rest in peace Jim, you will be missed,
Edward Nardoza
Thursday, April 3, 2025
So many memories of happy times in Brooklyn at the Jones’s. Rest in peace, Jim.
Shirley Jones
Thursday, April 3, 2025
The love of my Life. Your going to be missed by so many But I will miss you more than anyone can know.
Gloria Armstrong
Thursday, April 3, 2025
I am so sorry, Tonya
Carole Edgar
Thursday, April 3, 2025
Jim was a such a kind man and always offered a smile. He will be greatly missed