Gary Jones Obituary

Gary David Jones, 76, of Lonoke, AR, passed away peacefully at home on July 31, 2025. He was born on September 7, 1948, in Des Arc, AR, to Cecil May (Clark) Jones and Johnny Anderson Jones.   

David attended Des Arc Schools. He devoted his early career to the farming community in and around Prairie County before joining Riceland Foods of Stuttgart, where he served as a supervisor for over three decades. David was a man of hard work, dedication, and integrity. His work ethic was only matched by the love he had for his family.

As a young married man, David, along with his family, attended Sandhill Missionary Baptist Church. His faith was an integral part of his life, and he instilled these values into his children and grandchildren.

David had a way of making everyone around him smile. Known for his good humor, he often referred to himself as the Pine Street Sheriff, a title he held with pride and a twinkle in his eye. He enjoyed the simple pleasures of life, like camping and fishing, and loved riding his motorcycle. His greatest joy, however, was the time he spent with his family, especially his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

He is preceded in death by his mother Cecil May (Clark) Jones, father Johnny Anderson Jones, brothers Larry Jones and Dexter (Buddy) Jones, and sisters Leona (Aunt Tom) Jenks, Agnes B. Jones, and Bethia J. Jones.

His memory will be cherished by his daughters, Tracy Lynette Cole (Philip) of Lonoke, Sherry M. Branson (Wade) of Clearwater, FL, and Holli Michelle Reese of Des Arc; his sons, Jeffrey David Jones (Tabatha) of Beebe, Jason Todd Jones (Kristi) of Des Arc, and Axel Lee Jones of Lonoke; his sister, Shirley Metcalf; thirteen grandchildren and nineteen great-grandchildren.

In addition to his human family, Gary shared a special bond with his dogs, Lucky and Cooper. Lucky preceded him in death, but Cooper remains to carry on his legacy.

Gary David Jones was a beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend. His jokes, his stories, and his love will be deeply missed but forever remembered by all who knew him.