William Henry "Bill" Jones passed away at Riverdell Care Center in Boonville, MO on November 26, 2024 with his sister Ruth Ann Jones and niece Tracy L. Jones at his bedside.
William Henry was born November 27, 1940 in Fayette, MO to Henry and Nora (Bush) Jones. He graduated from Fayette High School in 1958. William Henry Joined the U.S. Navy in 1958. During his military service, he was a Medic, and he was honorably discharged in 1962.
In 1966 William Henry married Fay Green, and they had one son, William Scott Jones.
William Henry was employed at St Joseph Psychiatric Hospital. On February 2, 1970, he was hired as a Corrections Officer at Leavenworth Federal Prison, was promoted several times throughout his career, and retired September 30, 1990 as a Senior Officer Specialist. William Henry also received many Awards and Commendations during his employment at Leavenworth Federal Prison. After retirement he was employed part time at the Kansas City International Airport. He was an avid sports fan and loved watching his favorite team, the Kansas City Chiefs. He also enjoyed fishing and working in his yard.
Those left to mourn his passing include: step- daughters, Vivian Green and Linda Green both of Kansas, City, MO, sisters, Nancy Jones and husband Donald of Fayette, MO and Ruth Ann Jones of Columbia, MO, nephews William Jones of Boonville, MO, Donald Jones of Moberly, MO, niece Tracy L. Jones of Columbia, MO, Long-time Special Friends, Sandra King, Kevin King, Chave' May, and numerous great-nieces, great-nephews, and cousins.
Preceding William Henry in death were his parents, his wife, his son, sister, Betty Lou Jones, nephew, Chief Petty Officer Robert James Jones Sr, great-nephew, Aaron Wayne Jones, and several aunts and uncles.
Graveside funeral services and interment 11:00 am Thursday, December 5, 2024 at the Mt. Washington Cemetery, Plattsburg, MO. Pastor Charles East officiating, under the direction of the Rupp Funeral Home.
