William L. Jones

William "Bill" L. Jones, 85, passed peacefully at Cypress Pointe Living Center in Englewood, Ohio Saturday May 21, 2022 surrounded by love and family. Bill was born in Du Quoin, Illinois and a graduate of Fairview High School, Class of 1956. He was a proud veteran and dog-handler for the U.S. Air Force and a lifelong dog lover.

Bill was a talented barber who could give a fade and create a smile. He was a member of the Salem Church of God, had a passion for gardening, and enjoyed sharing his creations and the beauty of the world.

Bill was preceded in death by parents Leslie V. Jones and Louise Jones.

He is survived by his loving wife of 32 years, Linda Jones; children Tim Jones, Jennifer (Chris) Kurylowich, and Jason (Mindy) Hyre; 5 grandsons (Ryan, Cody, Owen, Coy, Luke) granddaughter (Corraline); brothers Ray Jones and Randy (Nancy) Jones.

A visitation will be held from 6:00pm to 7:00pm on Friday, May 27, 2022 at Newcomer North Chapel, 4104 Needmore Road, Dayton, where the funeral service will begin at 7:00pm. He will be laid to rest at Polk Grove Cemetery at a later date.

Donations in Bill's memory may be made to Hospice of Dayton.

Bill's optimism and appreciation for the simple things will be carried on forever in the hearts of all of those he touched.

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