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Raymond L. Jones

Raymond L. Jones, 88 of Richwood, left this world November 21, 2023 at the Marion General Hospital, to be reunited in Heaven with his beloved wife Janice.

He was born October 7, 1935 in LaRue to the late Vernal and Wave (Carey) Jones. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Janice (Pennington) Jones, they were married February 18, 1962 and she died March 18, 2022 after 60 years of marriage.

Raymond loved growing up on a farm and being around the animals. He especially enjoyed raising cattle. Even though he had sold his own, he was so glad when his great nephew Willie kept his cattle at the farm for the summer, he loved checking up on them.

After graduating from the LaRue High School in 1954, he entered the United States Army. He served our country as an armored tank operator in Germany. He was the first in his area to prove the tanks were amphibious or could “go swimming” as he called it.

Raymond met Janice in Baltimore where he was in the Army Reserves. They both enjoyed the farm life. He worked at the former Milo & Berry in Mount Victory and then retired from Parrott’s in Richwood after 35 years. Raymond was a talented mechanic and was known for his work on hay balers and welding skills.

He is survived by his daughter, Barbara Jones of Richwood, a brother, Walter Jones of LaRue and in-laws, George (Charlotte) Pennington and Ronnie (Carol) Penington. Also surviving are many nieces and nephews, he shared a very special bond with his nephew Dale Jones and great nephew William Jones.
He is also survived by the family of his heart whom he considered his grandson and great grandchildren, Chuckie (Jenn) Ehret and their daughters, Kalynne, Kennedy and Karlee.

Funeral services will be held Wednesday November 29, 2023 at 11:00 am at the Stofcheck-Ballinger Funeral Home in LaRue. Pastor Jim Gardner will officiate. Burial will follow in the Fairview Cemetery, near LaRue, where there will be Military Honors provided by the Vietnam Veterans of America #1095. Friends may call Tuesday from 4-6 pm at the funeral home in LaRue.

Memorial gifts may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project.

Condolences and remembrances may be expressed at www.stofcheck-ballinger.com.

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#1 from:

Douglas & Patricia Wilson
28570 Grindell Road Richwood,Ohio 43344

Wed, Nov 22, 2023 at 4:52 PM

So sorry for your loss. Sending prayers to the family.

#2 from:

Tracy and Dawn Kavanagh
Richwood

Wed, Nov 22, 2023 at 7:54 PM

Barb, we are so sorry to hear this news. I really enjoyed your Dad and talking to him about farming and life. I'm really glad I got to see him the other day. This is a big surprise. May God hold you in his hand and give you comfort.

#3 from:

Mike Brake
Ohio

Wed, Nov 22, 2023 at 8:05 PM

Barbara, So sorry to read of Raymond’s passing. He taught me many things about mechanics, farming and about life. He was a simple man who will be tough to replace. I will not be able to get to the visiting hours or the funeral but know that I will be thinking about you and Raymond.

#4 from:

Chuck Sheets
Richwood

Wed, Nov 22, 2023 at 9:38 PM

So sorry to hear of Raymonds passing,I always enjoyed working with him at Parrotts,He taught me so much,he was so patient,He never got rattled or upset .

#5 from:

Randy and Barbara Sullivan

Wed, Nov 22, 2023 at 9:56 PM

Barbara so sorry to hear this about Raymond he was a very nice man and a good mechanic. I loved to visit with him. Our prayers will be with you.Randy Barbara Sullivan.

#6 from:

Traci Hoffman
West Mansfield

Thu, Nov 23, 2023 at 12:30 AM

Barb, I am so sorry to hear of your dad's passing. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers. Hugs

#7 from:

Terry and Barb Kemp

Thu, Nov 23, 2023 at 12:07 PM

We send our deepest sympathy to Raymond’s family. He was a sweet man who could fix anything. He was such a great asset to Parrots thru the years. RIP Raymond!

#8 from:

Fred Smith

Thu, Nov 23, 2023 at 1:02 PM

My condolences to the family was a very good mechanic

#9 from:

Dan and Darlene Foos
Richwood, Ohio

Fri, Nov 24, 2023 at 10:18 AM

I wish to express my sympathy to the family and friends of Raymond, he was certainly an asset to the community, he will be missed.

#10 from:

Kathleen Hamilton

Fri, Nov 24, 2023 at 1:52 PM

Barb, so sorry for your loss. Praying for you and your family.

#11 from:

Janet Dysert
Richwood

Sat, Nov 25, 2023 at 1:01 PM

Barb, I did not know your Dad but knew of him and what a nice man he was. Sending you my condolences. Take care. Janet

#12 from:

Kay Parrott Bishop
OCALA

Sat, Nov 25, 2023 at 6:07 PM

Raymond was a top-notch employee for Parrott John Deere Implement for 35 years. He was a kind, proficient man. My dad, Don Parrott, held Raymond in high esteem. My son, Mark Bishop, always remembers Raymond as an expert welder, who taught him to weld for a 4-H project. Raymond and Janice will always be remembered as Christians who lived out their faith. Condolences to daughter, Barbara and the family.

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