David J. Jones
May 01, 2015
David J. Jones, 65, passed away on May 1, 2015, at Mercy Medical Center in Des Moines, IA. He was born in Eau Claire, WI on September 5, 1949, to Robert and Jean Jones.
David attended Oklahoma State University and served in the United States Navy aboard the USS Roosevelt during the Vietnam War. David and his father founded Windsor Homes in 1989 where he was currently serving as President.
David enjoyed spending time with his family, boating, vacationing in the Ozarks, and antique cars.
David is survived by his long-time companion, Norma; daughter, Carolyn (Shawn) Miner; grandchildren, Allison, Claire, and Sam; father, Bob Jones; brother, Aaron (Julie Stevens) Jones; sister, Susan (Michael) Grozier; nieces and nephew, Nathan Jones, Kristin Jones, Gina Grozier, and Margot Grozier; stepson, Dylan Johnson; as well as a host of other beloved family and amazing friends. He was preceded in death by his mother, Jean Jones.
Memorial services will be held on Wednesday, May 6, 2015, at 2:00 p.m. with visitation following until 4:00 p.m., at Hamilton’s near Highland Memory Gardens, 121 NW 60th Avenue in Des Moines. A Celebration of Life will begin at 4:30 p.m. at the Polk City American Legion, 114 E. Broadway Street, Polk City, IA 50226.
In loving memory of David, memorial contributions will be received by the family and directed to various organizations at a later date.
Condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Jeff Weeks
05/06/2015
My condolences to family and friends. I always enjoyed David's upbeat personality. You will be missed rest in peace David.
Brooks and Tabatha Gibson
05/05/2015
Thinking of you at this time Norma. May you find comfort during this hard time as you think back to all the great memories you and Dave made together.
Ron and Anna Marie Harsh
05/05/2015
Condolences to the Jones family and to Norma
Betty Lucas
05/04/2015
Dave was a wonderful man with a spirited laugh and you enjoyed any time you were around him, he will be missed. My deepest sympathy to Norma and the entire family.
Eileen Van Kooten-Schmitt
05/04/2015
My Sympathy to you and your family. It is difficult losing someone so special.
Ken and Betty Wing
05/04/2015
Our sincere condolences to the Jones family and to Norma.
william milne
05/04/2015
david has been my friend for over 37 yrs. built my home, lots of boating, lots of boats, car shows, vactions and many other activites together over the years, he was a great guy and I will miss him dearly, my condolences to all his family.