John E. Jones
December 14, 1932 – October 21, 2022
John is preceded in death by his parents, Margaret and Earl Jones and his brother, Bill Jones. He is survived
by three children: James Jones (Debra), Michael Jones (Hong Xiao) and Leanna Jones, 4 grandchildren; 1 great-granddaughter; brother, Jerry Jones (Edna).
John was born Dec 14, 1932 in Omaha, NE, and graduated from Tech High School.
John served in the Navy Reserve from 1950 to 1955 and served on active duty on the USS Southerland from 1952 to 1953 – in the Korean War.
John’s love of barbershop music started in high school and went on for over 50 years. During that time, he was the Lead in numerous quartets, including The Great Danes, FROG and TOAD. He traveled a lot over the years to attend competitions and shows, including a trip to Russia with the Fremont Pathfinder Chorus in 2000 to participate in a Russian Barbershop Festival.
John was a member of the Bennington Volunteer Fire Department for many years.
Following his retirement, John became an active member of the USS Southerland Reunion Committee serving in various roles and attending as many of the reunions as possible. He always enjoyed getting together with his shipmates.
Memorial Service: Wednesday, November 2, 2022. 10AM at West Center Chapel with a visitation starting at 9AM
Private Interment with military honors at Omaha National Cemetery
Memorials are suggested to the Nebraska Humane Society
24 Comments
So sorry to hear of your father’s passing. From reading about him, it seems he lived an active and rewarding life. Many fond memories for family and friends to hang on to. Keeping you in our thoughts.
From all of us that served onboard our ship (USS SOUTHERLAND (DD 743)) our deepest symathy and condolences on John’s passing.
Sorry for your loss Melanie
Sorry for your loss
So sorry for your loss
I served with John aboard Southerland from 1952 -1953. Please accept condolences my on his transfer to the Supreme Commander..m sure he’ll continue to entertain at his new duty station.
George
I was so sorry to hear about your Dad, I have tons memories of him. The first time I met him was when I came back home for you and Deb’s wedding. I was driving my 57 Chevy wagon (it was yellow and white), he made a comment “it looks like a traveling billboard”. I laughed my head off. May the good Lord Bless all of you Jim.
So sorry for your loss. You were a loving and devoted daughter.
I’m so sorry to read about John. I am an Omaha Sweet Adeline and have sung in many shows w John and his quartets. He will be missed in the Barbershop Singers community…
Sorry for your loss.
I was so sorry to hear of John’s passing. He was a wonderful man with a great sense of humor and a lovely voice. His dedication to and love of my friend and his wife Gloria was one of his special attributes. He will be missed by many. My sincere condolences to all of his family.
RIP Uncle John, May your memory be a blessing.
We are so sorry to hear about your dad. He was such a wonderful man-dedicating his life to serving others. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
So sorry to hear about John’s passing. Loved responding with John on emergency runs with BVFD. He was a great great teacher and level headed guy with great sense of humor. He will be missed
I had the pleasure of working with John for many years at Swanson.Gentleman Hart. He was happy with a smile on him s face. He enjoyed life. Sorry for your loss.
On behalf of the Lincoln Continentals Barbershop Chorus, John’s love of barbershop singing was felt when he sang, and his voice will be missed. Our condolences to the Jones family.
We have many good memories. The Jones family lived three doors up from us and we had a lot of good times.
John, It was a pleasure knowing you and singing with you. You will be missed. Blow a B flat and lets bust one more!
Ray Brown
Bust a Chord
So sorry to lose your voice
Sorry for your loss. I enjoyed working with John for a few years. Also enjoyed his music.
We Barbershop Harmony Lovers shall miss John, immensely. He was, not only a great singer of the Lead part, but also a great Master of Ceremonies at chapter shows and afterglows. I’m proud to claim him as the Lead that “Led Us” for, at least, 15 years in 2 senior quartets…F.R.O.G. (Four Really Old Guys) and, T.O.A.D. (Totally Obsolete And Decrepit). Hope you find a good quartet in Heaven, John…and IF and When I get there, please I sing Baritone with you once more….and why not? Nobody else can, or wants to sing that part. Your friend in Harmony…Ray
My condolences to John’s family. I was straight out of college when John and I worked together back in the early 1990’s. I appreciate the wisdom he poured into me then as I am sure it has helped me through my career. It was always fun to catch up when our paths would cross. He was a Good man and has left his mark here on earth. Well done John! Rest in Peace my Friend.
I met John when I attended the 2nd USS Southerland reunion with Stan and every one thereafter. John was a master at bringing out the memories , getting people to mingle & feel comfortable, and organizing details so everything ran smoothly. It was lovely when John brought Gloria into our group andy heart is heavy for your loss. Fair winds and following seas my friend.
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