Vernon W. Jones, Jr., age 68 of Deer Park, WI died on Thursday, May 31, 2018 at his home, surrounded by his family, after a courageous two year battle with Leukemia.
Vernon Walter Jones was born on May 5, 1950 in Amery, WI the son of Vernon & Joyce (Shafer) Jones. He grew up in Deer Park, WI and graduated from Amery High School in 1968. Vernon was married to Michelle Wilson on April 4, 1970 at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in New Richmond, WI & together they raised two children Jennifer and Vernon. He worked for 31 years at Andersen Windows in Bayport, MN before retiring in 2007. Sports, hunting, and fishing were all passions that Vernon passed down to his children and grandchildren. He rarely missed a sporting event and was everyone’s biggest supporter. He was also known for making sure that the grandkids left his house with a few dollars and treats from his special hiding spot. In his spare time, Vern also enjoyed attending auctions and spending time with family at his cabin in Herbster, WI.
He was preceded in death by his loving wife Michelle Jones; parents, Vernon & Joyce Jones
Daughter & Son
Jennifer Jones - New Richmond, WI
Vernon (Stephanie) Jones - Bothell, WA
Grandchildren
Brittany Leslie, Dylan (Lexie) Leslie, Nate Jones,
MacKenzie (Jag) Martin, Sydney Jones, Ella Jones & Kynley Jones
Great-Grandchild
Rowen Walter Scott Johnson
Sisters
Lorraine (Ralph) Rimer - Finlayson, MN
Sandy (John) Miller - Long Beach, MS
Nieces, Nephews, Family & Friends
Memorial Service 5 pm on Saturday June 23, 2018 at the Scheuermann – Hammer Funeral Home in Clear Lake, WI with a visitation there from 2-5 pm
Celebrant - Pastor John Hazen
Honorary Pall Bearers
Brittany Leslie, Dylan Leslie, Nate Jones, MacKenzie Martin, Sydney Jones, Ella Jones,
& Kynley Jones
Interment - Private Family Interment at a later date
Scheuermann - Hammer Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Clear Lake, WI
handled the arrangements 715-263-2125
www.clearlakefuneralhome.com
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