Freestone County, Texas
Obituaries



The Teague Chronicle
October 29, 2009



JAMES LEONARD JONES

A graveside service for Mr. James Leonard Jones was held on Sunday, October 25, 
2009, at Greenwood Cemetery in Teague, Texas.

James was born on February 8, 1930, to William Ross and Clara McElroy Jones in
Teague, Texas. He served in the United States Air Force during the Korean War.
He married Patsy Nell Hartnett and moved to Pasadena, Texas, where he resided
for 57 years. Pat and Leonard had three daughters, Jerri Lynn, Sharon Ann and 
Joni. He retired from Philbro Refinery in 1995, his only employment, after 57
years of service. Leonard was a member and Deacon at Golden Acres Baptist 
Church where he was very active in his Sunday School Department and church 
outreach. Mr. Jones was a 55 year Mason of Boggy Masonic Lodge No. 739 in 
Teague, Texas. He enjoyed playing senior softball, hunting and spending time 
at the deer camp with David and Joe Lynne Jones, his beloved nephews. Most 
importantly, his passion was helping people and especially providing 
Christmas for children in need. Mr. Jones passed away on Tuesday, October 20, 
2009, after a heroic battle with cancer. He died at home with his family at 
his bedside.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife Patsy Nell; his sisters Mary
Pryor, Pearl Martin and Margie Long Senter; his brothers Joe, Ross and Jerry 
Jones.

Surviving Mr. Jones are his daughters Jerri Capps and fiancé Monte Balcom of 
Dallas, Sharon Lineberry and husband Scott of Austin and Joni Jones of 
Pasadena; his grandchildren Kelli Capps Wetsel and husband Reagan, Karli 
Capps, Shelby and Sydney Lineberry and Zachary Jones; his great grandchildren 
Carter, Cameron and Reece Wetsel.

In lieu of flowers Leonard's wishes would be to make donations to your local 
food pantries or charities providing Christmas for needy children.

Words of comfort may be shared with the family at www.FairmontFH.com.