Obituary of David Jones

David Brian Jones Age 72. At rest Wednesday, February 4, 2015 at Presence Saint Joseph Medical Center surrounded by his loving family. David served his country in the U.S. Navy and served on the U.S.S. Damato (DD871) 1959-1963. A pile driver and certified welder with Local #199, retiring from Local #272. Some of his favorite pastimes were story telling and spending time with his children, grandchildren and nieces and nephews. Survived by his children, Jada (Tony) Padua and Brian "Keith" Jones; grandchildren, David Rehfeldt, Trisha (Jacob) Clark and Casey Jones; great-grandchildren, Eliana and Juliet (soon to be born); brothers, Herbert H., Jr. and Curt (Laurel) Jones; step-brothers, John Brewster and Robert (Nancy) Brewster; many nieces, nephews and cousins; and his companion and best friend, Mr. Bo Jangles. Preceded by his parents, Herbert H., Jr. and Elinor (nee Ahearn) Jones; step-mother, Jane Brewster Jones; sisters, Mary Jane "Jada" and Kathryn Eileen "Kitty" Jones. A Memorial Gathering for David B. Jones will be held Saturday, February 21, 2015 at the Fred C. Dames Funeral Home, 3200 Black at Essington Rds., Joliet from 11:00 a.m. until time of service at 2:00 p.m. with full military honors under the auspices of the U.S. Navy. As it was David's request, Cremation Rites have been accorded. For more information: (815) 741-5500 or visit his Book of Memories at www.fredcdames.com