Bobby Eugene Jones

Bobby Eugene Jones born in Forest City, North Carolina June 6, 1934 to Ransom and Edith Burleson Jones passed away Tuesday, May 24, 2022.

Bobby graduated from R.S. Central High School in 1952. He continued his education at North Carolina State University, graduating in 1956. On the same day, he married Patricia Owens, and was soon commissioned a 2nd lieutenant in the US Army Reserve. He was on active duty for six months and served his country for another eight years, attaining the rank of Captain.

Bobby worked in various supervisory and management positions in the textile industry.

Bobby was a member of the First Baptist Church of Rutherfordton.

Bobby served on the Rutherfordton Town Council for ten years, being Mayor Pro Tem for eight.

Bobby was preceded in death by his son, Alan E. Jones, and a brother, Paul Jones.

He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Patricia Owens Jones, their daughter, Alana Jones, and a brother, Garland Jones, and his wife, Creola.

In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting donations be made to Hospice of Carolina Foothills, PO Box 336, Forest City, NC, 28043.

A graveside service was held May 28 at Brittain Presbyterian Church, Rutherfordton.