Kevin L. "Jonsey" Jones' Obituary
Kevin "Jonsey" Jones, age 63, of Pinckneyville, IL, passed away at 4:50 p.m., on Thursday, February 23, 2023 in Pinckneyville Community Hospital, Pinckneyville, IL.
Jonsey was born on July 16, 1959 in Murphysboro, IL, a son to Billy Kent and Barbara Jean (Davitz) Jones. Jonsey was of the Christian faith and a member of the Pleasant Hill Church, Ava, IL. He was a carpenter for 45 years and loved building things with his hands and was considered a jack of all trades. He was known as a social butterfly, amongst his friends and never knew a stranger. He was an avid animal lover and would even give pets treats out of his "treat truck". He loved spending time with his family, especially his children and grandchildren. Jonsey loved being outdoors, fishing and hunting.
Survivors include his son, Buddy (Courtney) Jones of Murphysboro, IL; one daughter, Patricia (Chad) Sherman of Vergennes, IL; two sisters, Lisa Stueve and Rhonda Jones; four grandchildren, Presli Jones, Hunter Sherman, Kailey Sherman and Johnathn Sherman; many loving friends from Perry county that he considered his extended family; and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Frank (Lois) Jones; parents, Billy Kent and Barbara Jones; one brother, Scott Jones and three uncles, Buck Jones, Frank Jones and Bob Jones.
It was Jonsey's wishes to be cremated.
Memorial donations may be made to the Perry County Humane Society, DuQuoin, IL or St. Francis Animal Shelter, Murphysboro, IL.
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