Earl Jones, 85, of Sweet Home died at home on the morning of Oct. 15, 2009.
He was born Sept. 2, 1924 in Kennet, Mo. to Henry and Ollie (Walker) Jones.
He was married for 60 years to Betty Ruth (Byrd) Jones and they lived most of their life in Oregon.
Mr. Jones is survived by three sons, three daughters, 22 grandchildren and 23 great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his wife Betty and one grandson.
Private services are planned for the family at a later date.
Sweet Home Funeral Chapel is handling the arrangements.