Donald R. Jones
Donald R. “Chief” Jones, 86, of North Strabane Township, passed away peacefully Monday, March 30, 2020, in his home, with his family by his side. He was born October 25, 1933, in Pittsburgh, a son of the late John L. and Mary Sedorski Jones.
Don left high school early to enlist and was a proud veteran of the Korean War, where he served as a sergeant with the United States Marine Corps as an aircraft engine mechanic. He was a member of American Legion Post #175 in Washington and prior to his retirement was self-employed as Don Jones Construction for many years. Don attended Faith Presbyterian Church in Washington.
Deceased, in addition to his parents and his daughter, Kimberley Clark, who passed away November 16, 2014, is his adoptive mother, Anna Miller. When he went to live on her farm at a young age he said he would never leave.
On September 2, 1955, he married Mrs. Miller’s granddaughter, Patricia J. Miller, who survives after 64 years of marriage. Don did pass away on the farm.
Don was an avid gardener, loved animals and was known for his delicious mashed potatoes.
Left behind to cherish his memory, in addition to his beloved wife, are his daughter, Lori Matthews and her husband, Jerry of North Strabane Township; his son, Donald Jones and his wife, Beth of North Strabane Township; eight grandchildren, Keely (Jon) Pizzuti, Logan Clark, Samantha (Corbin) Cline, Cody Melone, Don (Caroline) Jones, Brandon (Angela) Jones, Nicole (Brandon) Hetrick and Cory (Lacy) Jones; and many great-grandchildren. Don was the last of his immediate family. Deceased are his two brothers, Elmer and Jack Jones.
Due to the situation with COVID-19, a private family visitation and services will be held Thursday, April 2, in Salandra Funeral and Cremation Services Inc., Joseph P. Salandra, LFD, owner/supervisor, 304 West Pike Street, Canonsburg, 724-745-8120. Interment will follow in the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies, Cecil Township, where full military rites will be conducted at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
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