Cecil Jones Obituary

Cecil Glenn Jones (Glenn)

May 16, 1937 -

May 19, 2025

Cecil Glenn Jones, who is lovingly known as Glenn, passed away peacefully on May 19, 2025, at the age of 88, just days after celebrating his birthday. He was surrounded by close family and friends during his final moments following a period of declining health.

Born in Kingsport, Tennessee, Glenn made Erwin his home in 1966. He was a graduate of Holston High School; he earned his Bachelor of Science in Accounting from East Tennessee State University in 1960 (Go Bucs).

Glenn dedicated 35 years to his career at Nuclear Fuel Services, retiring in 2001 as Chief Financial Officer.

Glenn had a heart for community and service. He was active in many organizations, most notably serving as President of Erwin Little League for several years-something he truly cherished. An avid outdoorsman, he enjoyed hunting, fishing, traveling, sports (especially college football and basketball), reading, and spending time with loved ones. He was happiest attending the activities of his children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren, or relaxing by the lake.

He is survived by his loving wife of 21 years, Tonette.

He was preceded in death by his first wife of 42 years, Betty, and his son, Shawn.

Those who will forever cherish his memory include:

Children: Kirk Jones (Donna), Keith Jones, David Jones (Tammy), Donnie Slagle (Lori), Saundra Miller (David)

Grandchildren: Steven Jones (Steph), Krista Babel (AJ), Bradley Jones (Jaclyn), Justin Jones, Shawn Jones (Lauren), Gina Ing (Austin), Emily McMurray (TJ), Matthew Long, Lucas Slagle (Julie), Josh Miller (Katherine), Sydney Brackins (Jeremiah), Shelby Miller

Great-Grandchildren: Elsie, Lydia, Annabelle, Julia, and Salem Babel; Reef Jones; Aubrey and Harper Jones; Jaren McMurray; and Wren Brackins.

The family will receive friends from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, May 27, 2025, at Unicoi Funeral Home. A funeral service will follow at 2:00 p.m., which will be officiated by Minister AJ Babel. Entombment will follow in the Evergreen Mausoleum. Steven Jones, Bradley Jones, Justin Jones, Shawn Jones, Matthew Long, Mike Grindstaff, Donnie Slagle, David Miller, Joshua Miller, and Lucas Slagle will serve as active pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers will be Denny Devereaux, Keith Guinn, Elden Broyles, Larry Tittle, Larry Taylor, Doug Young.

In lieu of flowers, the family request donations be made in memory of Glenn to: The American Heart Association, Erwin Little League, and/or one of the Unicoi County Hurricane Helene Relief Funds of your choice.

Online condolences, photos and memories may be shared with the Jones family at www.ledfordfuneralhomes.com.

Unicoi Funeral Home, 4428 Unicoi Drive, Unicoi, is privileged to serve the Jones family. (423) 743-1380