of Batesville, AR
September 10, 1947 - November 13, 2021
Edward Lee Jones, 74, of Batesville, Arkansas passed away November 13, 2021.
He was born September 10, 1947 in Caraway, Arkansas to Lee Bell and Helen (Branscum) Jones.
Edward loved dogs, playing cards, and tinkering with woodwork. He also enjoyed driving his truck, listening to music, and working with AC Bell.
Survivors include his wife of 54 years, Janie Belle (Gillmore) Jones of the home; two sons, Andy Jones (Tiffany) and Randy Jones (Debbie), all of Batesville; one brother, Donald Jones of Locust Grove; one sister, Shirley Matheny (Richard) of Batesville; four grandchildren, Kelsey Wilkerson (Shannon Ellis), Jacob Jones, Elizabeth Jones, and Noah Jones, as well as a special friend, AC Bell, and his dog, Benji.
He was preceded in death by his parents; one son, Christopher Jones; and one daughter, Amanda Jones.
Pallbearers are Perry Meeker, Justin Meeker, Pete Gillmore, R.J. Gillmore, Jr., Blake Finnie, David Branscum, James Wiltrout, and Cleetes Gillmore.
Funeral services will be held Thursday, November 18, 2021 at the Roller-Crouch Funeral Home at 2:00pm with Paul Moody officiating. Burial will follow at Egner Cemetery.
Visitation will be one hour prior to the service.
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11 Condolence(s)
LeAnn Wilkerson
Wednesday, November 17, 2021
My heart goes out to Kelsey, Nana, and their family. I’ve experienced grief and my heart hurts for anyone experiencing it, but I learned that missing them is not as hard as seeing them suffer. Praying for y’all and your family.
Clay & Louise Hooper
Tuesday, November 16, 2021
So sorry for your loss. You are in our prayers.
Jesse &Tammy Kelley
Tuesday, November 16, 2021
We are so sorry for your loss! Praying for you all.
Vickie Smith Pryor
Tuesday, November 16, 2021
Janie, Randy ,Andy and rest of family, my heart is sad for your loss. I was remembering how much he enjoyed messing with the boys. That is a memory for a lifetime. My prayers are with u all
Julie Nichols
Tuesday, November 16, 2021
Your family is in our thoughts and prayers! Eddie will be greatly missed by many. â¤ï¸â¤ï¸
Clifford Wright
Monday, November 15, 2021
So Sorry
Lynn & Donna Trewyn
Monday, November 15, 2021
So sorry for your loss. Prayers for all...
Glenn, Cathy, Chad and Brian
Monday, November 15, 2021
ðŸ™â¤ï¸ðŸ™â¤ï¸ OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY ðŸ™â¤ï¸ðŸ™â¤ï¸
Gracie Wiltrout
Monday, November 15, 2021
I love yall so much. Please let me know if there is anything I can do.
Anita Wyatt
Monday, November 15, 2021
Janie, so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Ben Matheny
Monday, November 15, 2021
I’ll miss you Uncle Eddie. I have a lot of great memories, especially holiday dinners at Grandma’s house. Sending love to you Aunt Janie and to Randy and Andy.