Daniel Kevin Jones
March 5, 1957 ~ December 8, 2010
Resided in:
Arden, NC
Arden - Daniel 'Dan' Kevin Jones, 53, of Arden, died Wednesday, December 8, 2010 at his home, surrounded by loved ones, following a courageous and valiant battle with cancer.
A native of Asheville, he was a son of Maebur Reece Jones of Salem, SC and of the late Robert Earl Jones. Dan was also preceded in death by two brothers, Bob E. Jones and Ken Jones.
Dan graduated from TC Roberson High School and from the University of Tennessee with a degree in Mechanical Engineering. He was a product manager with Saint-Gobain Corporation where he was employed for 23 years. Having supported and participated in his wife's charitable efforts so enthusiastically, he was recently inducted into the Arden Rotary Club as an honorary member.
In addition to his mother, Dan is survived by his wife and soulmate, Sandie Jones; a daughter, Amber Lane Jones of Sylva; a son, Jerami Neil Jones of Asheville; a sister, Cindy Jones Corley and her husband, Robert, of Arden; four grandchildren, Cyrus, Makenah, Dalton and Finli; one niece, Logan Corley and two nephews, Steven Corley and Simon Jones, all of Arden.
The immediate family will hold a private service, but would welcome family, friends and colleagues to drop in on a Celebration of Dan's Life, which will be held from 1:00-5:00 PM on Saturday, December 11, 2010 at the Crest Center (directions available at www.thecrestcenter.com or 828-251-1820), to share stories and fond memories.
The family asks that in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions be made to the Robert Earl Jones Memorial Scholarship Fund, c/o the Arden NC Rotary Club Foundation, PO Box 268, Arden, NC 28704.
Groce Funeral Home at Lake Julian in Arden is assisting the family.
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The ever present smile, the dry sense of humor and the obvious love and devotion to Sandie. That is what I will remember (and miss) most about Dan. His absence will be felt every time we hold a Rotary event. We can never fill the void in Sandie’s life, but we promise to keep loving her because we are thankful she shared Dan with us! The time we had with Dan may have been short, but his impact was powerful!
I would like to extend my condolences for the loss of Dan. May God be with you and your family.
Iris Smith
Oh, I’m so sorry to hear of this.
Three sons, lost early in thier lives. Only God can understand this, and we have assurance that this is not the end. We will see them again. My condolances to Maebur and all the family.
With Love,
Wilma
I will miss the support and friendship of my collegue and friend. Never have I known someone to be so intelligent and still have common sense at the same time; to be so willing to share with other his knowledge and support; and oh what a sense of humor. The world lost a wonderful person. Sandie our prayers are with you and may you know he was loved and respected by so many. We will miss him.
I will always remember Dan’s smile and the twinkle in his eye. In over 10 years of knowing him I never saw anything but kindness in his words and deeds. He was uncommonly smart and his humor was like no other. Dan Jones was a man who was well loved and admired by many. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Jones Family. All of you, like Dan, are truly extraordinary people. Please know that you too, are loved and admired.
My deepest sympathy to you and your family. I am saddened by your loss.
My deepest sympathy for your loss.
Sandie, our thoughts and prayers are with you and family. We do so wish we were still in N. C. to be with you at this time.
Dan was a man we admired, respected and liked. Everyone’s lives were enriched by knowing him.
He is missed already.
Sandie- I held it an honor and privilege to know Dan and work with him for so many years. He was such a valuable person at work, but always showed and conveyed his love for his family. I will always remember the framed print you made for him in his office ‘I married my best friend.’ Our love and prayers are with you at this time. Neicee and Eddie Johnson
Dan was truly a wonderful man. I will miss his humor, wit, and friendship.
Dan, I will always think of you as extraordinary wrapped in ordinary overflowing with kindness & charm. -Our prayers are with you & your family.
Dan was a true Pisces by always placing others first, then add that sense of humor, super intelligence and devotion to his family you end up with one amazing man. I was ever so lucky to move here over 5 years ago, make a friendship then be adopted into the Jones family. He was a true gift to me and all that knew him. Never to be forgotten, peace~
To the Jones Family:
The passing of Dan, although expected, does not lessen the pain of losing a loved one; however, we do have beautiful memories of a life lived well. Dan lived life well and he will be sorely missed. May you find strength in the knowledge that all of you are supported by folks who cared about Dan.
May God bless all of you,
Charles Koontz
Although I did not personally know Dan, I can not express to you how sorry I am for your loss. Losing a family member is never easy. Cindy and family, you will be continually in my prayers.
Sandie and family –
Your loss is shared in so many ways and Dan will be missed so much. I treasured his friendship and support as a colleage. His smile and sense of humor will always be with me. May you find peace in the support of all who loved Dan and you. Love lives forever in our hearts and nothing can take that away and you all had a love that very few ever find. My thoughts and prayers are with you always.
Love,
‘Cookie’
Sandie…our arms are wrapped around you. Dan was an awesome person and we are blessed to call him our friend – we will miss him.
Karen Harrington/Larry Keating
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Jones family. Dan was a really valued and respected member of the Saint Gobain team- and much more importantly was a good man. He will be missed by all of us. My heart goes out to all of his family.
Though we will be far away, our thoughts are with Sandie and her family on this sad day and in the days to come. May he rest peacefully now.
Bea and George Brown
Sandie, my thougths and prayers are with you an the family. I will always the treasure the meals that you & Dan prepared for us when I had the girls. He was an incredible man and I am glad to have called him my friend. Love ya, Angie, Ashley, Aimee, Anndrea & Amber!
With heartfelt sympathy I offer my condolences to the Jones family. Dan was a valued member of our Saint Gobain team and a trusted friend. His love of family and his passion for making a positive impact was evident in everything he did and touched. Dan was one of those people who would walk in a room and you just knew everything just got a little bit better. We miss him already.
I only knew Dan for a short time but he will be missed a lifetime. His generosity, warmth, wit and smile will be remembered always. His love for you Sandie always showed. My love and prayers go to you and Dan’s whole family at this most difficult time. God Bless you all.
i know that words seem so very empty right now…but know that Dan is never far away from you, because he is in your heart, and that is something that can never be taken away from you. Just feel the love and prayers that surround you right now, and listen to the angel wings that surround you now that are always protecting you, even now. and know there are so many people that love you and are willing to help you through this time.
To the family of Dan Jones my deepest Sympathy. I was a work related friend of Dan. He will be missed by us all in the abrasive industry. Dan was a true friend and supportive collegue.
‘No eye has seen, nor ear heard, nor has human heart conceived what God has prepared for those who love Him.’ Corinthians 2:9
I have many good memories of Dan from grade school, high school, and post college. I’m sorry to have lost touch these last 20 years. Dan was a good friend to all that knew him and my thoughts are with his family during this crisis of loss.
Sandie,
I am so sorry about Dan. He was not only a wonderful person but an interesting one as well. He had a great way of telling stories.He will be greatly missed.I feel lucky to have been able to work with him for 20 plus years.
I will keep you and your family in my prayers.
I have so many fond memories growing up with the Jones and especially playing with Dan. I hate that we lost touch over the years but treasure those memories. I am so grieved to hear of his passing. My prayers are with all of the family.
Cindy,
I was so sorry to hear about Dan. I have thought about you often over the years. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Melissa Ellis Swarbrick
Dear Sandie,Par & I were so shocked to hear about Dan passing. We had no idea that he was even sick. He will be greatly missed. I have so many great memories of Dan from the time he was about 12 up to the present. The days with him at EA were priceless. His fullness of life was always an inspiration. The times that we spent with you and him together were such joy and fun. He will be truly missed by all of us. Pat’s time with him at Norton was such a pleasure to her. Again, so sorry that we did not know until yesterday. Our love and prayers are with you and the family.
Love always, Mark & Pat.
Dear Sandie,
We just found out today about Dan’s passing. You have our deepest sympathy. Dan was always so kind, gracious and willing to lend a helping hand. Please know that we are here, if you need anything at all, don’t hesitate to call. That’s what neighbors are for.