Richard W. "Bill" Jones

Richard Williams “Bill” Jones, age 86, passed away Sunday, November 8, 2020 at Cox South Hospital in Springfield, MO.

Bill was born July 23, 1934 in Des Moines, Iowa to Richard Gordon and Evelyn Grace (Williams) Jones. He attended East High School and graduated from Tech High School in Des Moines. He was a resident of the Des Moines area until 1992. He was a proud veteran of the United States Army, serving from 1957 – 59. He was employed as a Tool & Die Maker for John Deere until his retirement in 1992. He was a member of the Home Masonic Lodge and Eastside Church of the Nazarene while living in Des Moines. He volunteered as a first responder in Kirbeyville, MO. Bill enjoyed fishing, bowling, and going to Prairie Meadows. He was a member of the Za Ga Zig Shrine and enjoyed serving as a Walking Clown. He was an avid golfer and loved the game. Above all, he treasured time spent with his family.

He is survived by his children, Teri Andrews of Des Moines, Gordon Jones of Kansas, Peggy Camargo of California, Richard Jones of Des Moines, Russell Jones of Des Moines; sister, Virginia Sample of Des Moines; six grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; many nieces, nephews, and other extended family.

Bill was preceded in death by his parents, Richard and Evelyn Jones.

Visitation will be held from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m., followed by funeral service at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, November 14, 2020 at Hamilton’s Funeral Home, 605 Lyon Street, Des Moines. Burial will take place at Coon Rapids Cemetery in Coon Rapids, Iowa after the services.

Memorial contributions may be directed to the family in loving memory of Bill.

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