Walter E. Jones

Walt Jones, a Vietnam Veteran, passed away at the age of 77 on March 24, 2023. After marrying the love of his life, Walt served in the US Army from 1966-1969. He chose a career in transportation working for several trucking companies until his retirement. Not one to sit in a chair, Walt worked as the caretaker for Baptist Lake Park until he had a stroke. Walt enjoyed hunting, fishing, cutting wood, and the outdoor surroundings of his acreage in Sand Lake, MI. He had a gift of gab and loved sharing his life stories. Walt had an antique firearm license, attending gun shows all over the country. He had a passion for 1955-1957 Chevy's and was a charter member of the Western Michigan Classic Chevy Club. Walt is predeceased by his parents, Walter Sr. and Margaret, his sister Daralee Dobbins (Tom). Walt is survived by his wife Sharon of 57 years, son Shaye Jones (Vicky), daughter Janine Jones, two grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held 3:00 pm Saturday, April 1, at K.E. Pike Funeral Home, Cedar Springs with family greeting friends at 2:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to Sand Lake Fire Department, 2 E. Maple St., Sand Lake, MI 49343.