Jerry Jones
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Jerry L. Jones, 82, of Winamac, IN mowed his last yard Thursday, March 4, 2021. He was born on August 29, 1938 in Grass Creek, IN to the late Robert "Bob" and Marjorie [Spotts] Jones. Jerry graduated from Grass Creek High School in 1956, Purdue University in 1960 (Bachelor's), and Indiana State University in 1966 (Master's). On June 3, 1961, he married his high school sweetheart, Connie Brown. Jerry was a member of the Winamac First United Methodist Church. Jerry was a lifelong educator, retiring in 2001. He taught industrial arts (woods and drafting) for 41 years; with four years at Jefferson Twp. High School near Goshen, IN and 37 years at Winamac High School.
Jerry coached high school cross country (31 years) and track (17 years) at Winamac. His teams won numerous invitational, conference, and sectional titles. He had fond memories of all of his teams including the 1999 team that went undefeated (118-0). He was recognized as conference coach of the year many times. In 2015, Jerry was inducted into the Winamac High School Athletic Hall of Fame. Jerry was part owner of JK&M Builders from 1966-76 along with his teaching buddies, Dave Kroft and Bob March. Their famous slogan was, "We're slow, but we do good work." In 1976, Jerry started Jones Nurseries which allowed him to enjoy his second passion until his retirement in 2017. He was able to give many of his students their first summer jobs. Of all his lifelong accomplishments, Jerry was most proud of his sons, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. He had a one of a kind sense of humor and tremendous work ethic. Jerry taught us a lot with very few words. Never mind the curmudgeon he was (Google it!), he will be dearly missed. He is survived by his wife, Connie Jones; his sons, Jack (Karen) Jones and Tom (Carrie) Jones; his grandchildren, Ashley (Ben) Floreancig, Chelsey (Cody) Brink, Hailey (Hunter Medbourn) Jones, Dominick (Kylie Little) Intravaia, Alexia Intravaia, Cooper Jones, Carly Jones, and Cady Jones; his great grandchildren, Cecilia Floreancig and Christopher Floreancig; his siblings, Bill (Pat) Jones and Pam (Terry) Campbell; Many Nieces and Nephews; as well as RJ, his beloved German Shepherd. He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert "Bob" and Marjorie [Spotts] Jones and his niece, Lorie [Jones] Kirkley. Visitation 2-8 PM EST Thursday at Frain Mortuary in Winamac. Services 11 AM EST Friday Winamac First United Methodist Church with Rev. Michelle White and Jerry's brother-in-law, Rev. Terry Campbell (Ret.) officiating.
Burial at Grass Creek Cemetery. Memorial Contributions may be made to Winamac High School Athletic Dept. (for the Cross Country or Track teams), Pulaski Animal Center, Memorial Swinging Bridge Project, or Winamac First United Methodist Church. Online Tributes may be offered at www.frainmortuary.com. Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary in Winamac, IN.