Willie Nathaniel Jones Sr.

Willie Nathaniel Jones Sr., 79 of Columbus, formerly of Youngstown passed away Monday, July 15, 2024.

Mr. Jones was born October 14, 1944 in Atlanta, Georgia, a son of Willie E. Jones and Helen V. Jones. He was a 1964 graduate of South High School and a former boxer. He served his country for over 22 years as a member of the United States Navy retiring in 1986. He also worked in maintenance at Beeghly Oaks Medical Center for 10 years before retiring for a second time.He enjoyed watching westerns and other classic TV shows and listening to jazz music.

 He leaves to mourn his passing, but to rejoice in his peace, three children, Wanda Jones of Hubbard, Willie N. Jones Jr. of Youngstown, and Sonia Jones of Columbus. Selina Robbins of Youngstown who was like a daughter to him. Seven grandchildren, Jajuan, Ramont, Shawanda, Shalaya, Sable, Keith and Skylar. Five great-grandchildren; Siblings Gloria Dothard, Eugene (Roxanne) Jones of Youngstown, Joseph (Maureen) Jones of Atlanta, Christine Woods, Walter Jones, Aldric Jones and Stephanie Jones of Youngstown; and a host of nieces, nephews and other family members. 

 He was proceeding in death by his beloved wife of 53 years, Barbara Jones, his parents, four brothers James Jones Jr., David Jones, Gregory Jones and Willie E. Jones Jr.

 A homegoing celebration service will be held 11:00 A.M. Tuesday, July 30, 2024 at Greater Friendship Missionary Baptist Church Tuesday morning the family will receive visitors from 10:00 to 11.00 A.M.

 F. D. Mason Memorial Funeral Home Inc. was given the honor to serve the family during this time of bereavement. Thank you allowing our staff to serve your family as we would be served since 1963.