Arthur Jones
June 06, 2008
Arthur Eugene “Gene” Jones, 86, was born to Arthur and Florence Jones on April 29, 1922, and passed away Friday, June 6, 2008 at Sunnyview Care Center. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, June 10, 2008 at the Elkhart Christian Church with burial at the Elkhart Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m., Monday, June 9, 2008 at the Elkhart Christian Church.
Gene married Betty Grace Smith on May 28, 1941, in Canton, Ohio, where he was playing professional baseball. They later moved back to Iowa and farmed in rural Elkhart for 53 years. To this union three children were born: Karen (Wayne) Twedt of Huxley, Iowa; Kathie (Curt) Olenius of St. James, Minnesota; and Dennis (Peggy) Jones of Davenport, Iowa.
Gene is survived by his three children, nine grandchildren, 16 great grandchildren, and one sister, Blanche Cummins. He was preceded in death by his wife, parents, and two brothers
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David Cartwright
06/09/2008
Karen, Kathie, and Dennis,
I am saddened to learn of Gene's death! I thoroughly enjoyed getting to know your folks and visiting with them while I was in Elkhart. I know that you will miss your Dad terribly! You all are in my thoughts and prayers, as well as the Elkhart community and the Christian Church! He will be missed!
May God's blessings and peace be with you all!
David