Willis E. Jones

Willis E. Jones, 97, of Harrisburg, passed away May 12, 2019. He was born May 6, 1922, to Thomas and Pearl (Knott) Gladys in Miller. In 1941, he married Gertrude B. Gibson; they were together over 55 years before her passing in 1997. Jones was later married to Betty Barnes in 2001 and they shared over 12 years together, before her passing in 2013.
Jones faithfully served in the United States Army during WWII. After his time in the service he went to work with the 773 Local Union Labors Association of America. For 25 years, he worked as a journeyman electrician for University of Missouri. He also was president for 25 years of the local union and was a proud 50 year card member of the local union. After retiring, Jones began playing golf five days a week and also enjoyed bowling. Jones was also an active member of Rockbridge Christian Church.  
Jones is survived by: children, Carolyn (Charles) Adolf of St. Charles, Thomas (Lori) Jones of Harrisburg; four grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; two great-great grandchildren; and other family and friends. Jones was preceded in death by: his parents; first wife, Gertrude Jones; second wife, Betty Jones; daughters, Barbara Watanabe and Mary Akers.
Services were held May 16, 2019, at Wilson-Griffin Funeral Home in Ash Grove. Burial followed at Rock Prairie Cemetery in Halltown. Memorials may be made to Rock Prairie Cemetery and may be left at the funeral home.