Ronald Lane Jones of Willard, NC, passed away on September 8, 2024, at his home.  Born on July 8, 1945, he is the son of the late Horace and Emma Grey Page Jones.  Also preceding him in death are siblings—Mickey Jones and Archie Allen Jones.

Left to cherish his memory are his wife—Jane Jones of Elizabethtown; children—Rodney Liam Jones of Georgia and Robin J. Smith and husband Marty of Faison; sister–Sharon Brinkley of Willard; grandchildren—Brie Jones of Georgia, Tyler Royal of Durham, Kyle Smith of Faison, Liam Jones and Lleyton Jones of Georgia; several great grandchildren; special friend and caregiver—Linda Lanier; and special friends—Tommy Bradshaw and Alan Baker, Earl Holloman and the late Joe Dykes.

Mr. Jones was born in Pender County and spent the greater part of his life there, except for an enlistment in the United States Army during the mid 60's.  Much of his work career was in the employ of General Electric where he became a production control manager in the nuclear energy manufacturing facility.  He enjoyed the outdoors and spent a great deal of time hunting and fishing.  While inside he enjoyed "Westerns" on TV.  He loved family more than anything on earth and took pride in attending sports events of his children and grandchildren.

Family will greet friends at a visitation on Tuesday, September 10th, from 6-8:00 p.m. in the chapel of Padgett Funeral Home in Wallace, NC.  A graveside service to celebrate his life is set for Wednesday, the 11th, at 2:00 p.m. in the Rockfish Memorial Cemetery of Wallace.  In lieu of floral arrangements, please consider a contribution in Mr. Jones memory to "All The Kings Children" –P.O. Box 614—Mt. Olive, NC 28365 or www.allthekingschildren.org