Stephen Turner Jones, 70, of West Memphis died Saturday, April 20, 2024, at Methodist University In Memphis, Tennessee.
Steve is survived by his fiancé, Sandra Frelich, his childhood sweetheart; his sister, Patricia Balducci (Robert); many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Steve was preceded in death by his parents, Turner Lewis Jones, Jr. and Marion Underwood Jones; brother, Turner Lewis Jones III; grandparents, Turner Lewis Jones, Sr. and Eva Thompson Jones, Marion Zack Underwood, and Lillian Baker Underwood.
Steve was a founder and board member of the West Memphis Municipal Airport. He was also a member of the Mississippi Gulf Coast Big Game Fishing Club in Gulfport. Steve was in the car dealership business for over 50 years, selling new and used cars in his dealerships across the area. He was an avid hunter and killed his first deer at age 6. Steve loved flying and knew he was going to be a pilot at a very early age. He flew his own private plane, meeting some very well-known people. Steve enjoyed wonderful times deep sea fishing where he made lifelong friends. His boat “Bad Intentions” brought home many awards and trophies. His life was one ”well lived.”
Special thanks to all his doctors and staff that attended to his care. A special thank you to Cassandra Andrews who was his true friend and Jackie from Davita Dialysis including all staff members at Davita Monroe. Many thanks to all the friends and co-workers for all the thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. In lieu of flowers, please donate to the City of Marion Animal Shelter, 1001 LH Polk Street, Marion, Arkansas 72364 where he adopted his faithful companion, Buddy. Buddy has been by his side and Steve loved him dearly.
Funeral services were held at noon on Wednesday, April 24, 2024, at Roller-Citizens Funeral Home Chapel, 201 N. Pine Street in West Memphis. Interment followed in Crittenden Memorial Park, 2206 Highway 64 West in Marion.
