Richard Duane Jones

Richard Duane Jones of Waleska, Georgia went to be with his Lord and Savior on September 19, 2022. Rick passed away peacefully surrounded by family and close friends. Rick was born in Endicott, New York. His family and career took him to many states. Rick settled in Georgia where he spent the better part of his life and where he met the love of his life Debbie.Rick loved Jesus, his family, his church and his friends. He was best known in his community as a dog lover and could be seen everyday walking his dogs Abbie and Maggie. He was preceded in death by his parents Richard and Norma Jones and his son Jeremy Douglas Jones. Rick was survived by his loving wife of 25 years Deborah Jones, his son Robert Chase Jones and wife Amy, Grandchildren Fox and Una. Stepson Donald Willbanks and wife Kristie, Grandsons Matt, Jake, and Tom. Brothers Keith Jones and wife Liz, Kevin Jones and wife Patti, Sister Kathy Vertefuille and husband Jim, and nieces and nephews. Rick was a member of Lake Arrowhead Church and a Veteran of the United States Army. Rick worked for Bell South for 30 years and for Big Canoe for 15 years before he retired. Rick was a genuine and very humble man who treated everyone with respect and kindness. He was a lifelong dog lover and loyal Washington Redskins fan. He loved to cook and spend time with his grandchildren. He was loved by many and will be deeply missed but not forgotten. A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, October 8, 2022 at 11am at Lake Arrowhead Church, 1218 Lake Arrowhead Drive, Waleska, Georgia 30183. In lieu of flowers the family requests a donation in Rick's memory to his church, Lake Arrowhead Church or the Humane Society of your choice. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------