Dale Alan Jones

Dale Alan Jones "Poppa J" "Padre", 66, of Kennewick, WA, passed away unexpectedly at home February 28, 2025. He was the son of the late John Jones and Shirley Jones. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and devoted many hours to the Highlands Nifty Fifties Plus and American Legion. He enjoyed playing golf, watching racing and football on the TV, loved the beach, and being a devoted soccer fan to his grandkids.

He is survived by his wife, Sandra Mayton Jones, of Blackstone; daughter, Staci Barrett and her husband, Tim; son, Shane Jones and his wife, L'Oreal; brother, Don Jones and his wife, Donna; grandchildren Madison and Aiden Barrett; and many aunts, nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Dale earned a masters degree in School of Advanced Military Studies in June 1999, he retired after 23 years of service in the Army as a Lieutenant Colonel. He received many distinguished awards for his service. Such ones include as Defense Meritorious Service Medal (3rd award), Joint Service Commendation Medal, Army Commendation Medal (3), Joint Meritorious Award, Army Superior Unit Award, National Defense Service Medal (2), Expeditionary Medal, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Korea Defense Service Medal, Overseas Service Ribbon (4), NATO Medal, to name just a few.

A visitation will be conducted from 6:00 - 8:00 pm, on Friday March 7, 2025, at the Chester Chapel of J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home. A burial service will follow on Saturday, March 8, 2025, at 11:00 am, at Lakeview Cemetery, in Blackstone, VA. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to Colonial Heights American Legion Post 284, PO Box 57, Colonial Heights, VA 23834 or to Destination Church at 5258 Oaklawn Boulevard, North Prince George, VA 23860.