Fred James Jones

     Fred Jones of Sparta, Missouri, passed away on October 22, 2026, at the age of 85. He was a beloved brother, husband, father, grandfather, father-in-law and friend.  

     He was born on August 21, 1941, in Port Huron, Michigan, and later moved to Grand Rapids where he met and married Ruth Sherwood. They shared 63 years of marriage together and five children; Karen, Sherri, Bonnie, Scott and Cathy. 

     Fred was young at heart, independent and driven. He never shied away from hard work, which is something he demonstrated throughout his life. One of the things he enjoyed most was hunting in the Colorado mountains, where he sometimes served as a hunting guide. He also enjoyed working on vehicles, watching NFL games and was an avid Denver Broncos fan. In his younger years, he liked to race his green, 1955 Chevy professionally and was sponsored by 7-UP.  He also rode, trained and showed horses professionally, and was a master in Kung Fu and black a belt in Martial Arts. 

     Fred is survived by his wife, Ruth Jones, daughters; Karen Jones, Sherri Martin, Bonnie Muessig, Cathy O'Shea; and son, Scott Jones. He is also survived by daughter-in-law, Stephanie Hager-Jones; son-in-law Micheal O'Shea; Scott Harding; (significant other to Karen jones); sister; Eddie Mays, and three grandchildren; Kian O'Shea, Jordyn Martin and Ashlyn Muessig. 

Arrangements are under the direction of Adams Funeral Home, Ozark and cremation rites will be accorded by Adams Crematory.