John 14:27

"Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid."

This is what my family has lived by this past week. I thought that when my father passed away, that we would be basket cases. Not true. The Comforter has been with us and we have had peace and hope. What a wonderful experience this has become, to not be devistated, but to have a warm, calm and loving feeling this whole week. Our hearts can be so tender, so it is good to know that we are in good hands and not being taken advantage of. This helps in the choices we are making and the worry of Mom being alone.

Thank you everyone who has expressed your sympathy and included us in your thoughts. This is what it is all about.

There is love.

Ronald I. Jones

St. George, UT - Ronald I. Jones passed away surrounded by his loved ones on July 22, 2008 in St. George Utah at the age of 71. He was born July 3, 1937 in Cedar City Utah to James Chester and Nola Isom Jones. He married his sweetheart, Connie Nelson on April 25, 1963 in the Los Angeles Temple. Small in stature, Mighty in Spirit, Ron showed amazing courage throughout his life as he faced many challenges and always overcame. Blessed with a happy attitude and grateful heart, he inspired many people throughout his life. His family will always remember his example of faith and courage in every situation. Growing up in St. George and surrounding area, he made many close friendships in his childhood that have continued through today. He created lasting impressions on those he worked with at the Las Vegas Review Journal and The Daily Spectrum. After retiring from the advertising field, he chose to spend his time selling cars; his first love. In his spare time he cultivated his talent of creating detailed woodwork that many friends and family members have appreciated. He was a creative thinker, inventing ingenious ways to fill a need and always made anyone around him feel special. He is survived by his eternal sweetheart: Connie, brother: DeVon (Venita) Jones; Washington, sister: Jeanenne (Walter) Cox; St. George, children: Tammy (Clay) Brinkerhoff; Washington, Mark Jones; St. George, Kim (Dave) Guymon; California, JoLynn (Zachary) Fraser; New York and 9 grandchildren that brought sunshine to his soul. The family expresses heartfelt appreciation to the extensive team of medical professionals who lovingly cared for our husband and father. Funeral services will be held Saturday, July 26th at 11:00 a.m. at the Morningside Stake Center located at 900 South River Rd. Visitations will be held one hour prior to funeral at Morningside Stake Center and Friday, July 25th from 6-8 p.m. at Metcalf Mortuary 288 West St. George Blvd. Interment will be in the St. George City Cemetery.