Charles Ray Jones Jr.

We are heartbroken to share that Charles Ray Jones Jr. left us on November 2, 2026. Born on October 16, 1972, in Dexter, MO, to Charles and Mary Jones. He lived a full life filled with love and laughter. He called Malden, MO, home and made his mark as a dedicated, loving son, father, and friend to all.

Charles is survived by his beloved children, daughter Kristy (Ryan) Jones Blankinship and grandson Asher Blankinship, son Omar Bailey, and daughter Makayla Jones, along with granddaughter Ariella Elias, with yet another grandchild on the way. His family included brothers Mike Jones and Kyle (Kelsi) Jones, and brother Raymond (Sophia) Glass. He cherished his significant other, Jaime Hillis, and was a proud uncle to his nieces and nephews.

Friends and family will gather to celebrate Charles’s life, share memories, and support one another.

Details of the memorial services will be announced soon.

Charles will be dearly missed but forever remembered.

When I am gone, release me, let me go
I have so many things to see and do
You must not tie yourself to me with tears
Be happy that I have had so many years

I gave you my love, you can only guess
How much you gave me in happiness
I thank you for the love each have shown
But now it is time I travelled on alone

So grieve a while for me, if grieve you must
Then let your grief be comforted by trust
It is only for a while that we must part
So bless the memories in your heart

I will not be far away, for life goes on
So if you need me, call and I will come
Though you cannot see or touch me, I will be near
And if you listen with your heart, you will hear
All of my love around you soft and clear
Then, when you must come this way alone
I will greet you with a smile and welcome you home.

Author: Anonymous

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