Escar Joe Jones, Jr., age 79 of Metz, WV passed away on Sunday, March 1, 2020 at his residence. He was born December 10, 1940 at Curtisville, WV a son of the late Escar Joe Jones, Sr. and Bonnie Gladys Heldreth Jones.
He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Patricia C. Huey Jones; two sons, Kevin Douglas “Red” Jones of Mannington and Kelvin Eugene Jones of Metz; 4 grandchildren, Desiree Satterfield, Zackary Jones, Alex Jones, and Lindsay Swiger; 8 great-grandchildren; one sister, Barbara Boatwright of California; and several nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, Escar was preceded in death by one brother, Gary Allen Jones, and his grandmother, Sarah Heldreth.
Escar was a life long member of the Mannington Church of Christ. He was a coal miner for Eastern Associated Coal Com. having worked at Joann Mine in Rachel and retired from Martinka with 20 years of service. He loved farming and his cats. He also enjoyed watching wildlife shows on television. He ran field trail beagle dogs for several years winning several awards and trophies.
Family and friends may call at Masters Funeral Home in Mannington, WV on Tuesday, March 3, 2020 from 2-8:00pm. Funeral services will be held in the funeral home on Wednesday, March 4, 2020 beginning at11:00am with Evangelist Dr. Michael P. Reese officiating. Burial will follow at Mannington Memorial Park Cemetery. On-line condolence may be left for the family at www.mastersfuneralhomewv.com or the funeral home facebook page.
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My age and health prevents me from coming to WV. I will be there in spirit and heart! My love and prayers to each and everyone of family and friends!
Rest in peace Uncle Jr, you are always in my heart! Aunt Patty, Kelvin & Kevin: you are in my prayers, love you guys. Wish I could be there in person, but am with you in spirit.
I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers going out for you Barbara and Mark along with the rest of the family. God bless you.
Jr. has been a neighbor and good friend for the past 17 yrs. You couldn't ask for a better friend. I am truly broken hearted that he's gone. I feel I am a better person by knowing him. He was a good Christian brother that would do anything to help anyone in need. The silver lining to his passing is that he will never be sick or in pain again. He is now enjoying God's rewards for being such a humble Christian. I miss him already but hopefully I'll be spending eternity with him.
We are so sorry for your loss. He was one of the nicest people I ever met. Our prayers for comfort are with you and yours.
Sending our deepest sympathy. Love and prayers.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time. Marion County Senior Citizens.