Robert Edward Jones Jr.
Robert Edward Jones Jr., age 76, of Friendship (formerly of Milwaukee), Wisconsin died Sunday, January 8, 2017 at his heaven on Earth in Big Flats, Wisconsin with his wife and daughter at his side.
A Celebration of Life will be held from 12 Noon to 5:00 p.m. on Sunday, January 29th, 2017 at the Clarion Hotel & Conference Center, 5311 S. Howell Ave. Milwaukee, WI 53207.
Robert was born March 13, 1940 in Memphis, TN to Robert Edward Sr. and Addie Lee (Parrish) Jones. He moved to Milwaukee in 1941. He graduated from Lincoln High School and later graduated from Technical College with a welding degree and was a master welder. Robert welded for 50 years, with 23 years at Ladish Company in Cudahy and later started his own welding and metal sculpture business here in Friendship, Wisconsin. He blessed many people with his metal sculptures and they can still be enjoyed in many homes and commercial settings to this day. Robert was a beloved teacher, he taught and gave anyone with a listening ear priceless wisdom and love. He lived life to the fullest wherever he was.
Robert enjoyed walking in his woods, fishing, hunting, boating, water skiing, music, dancing, eating, laughing, spirited conversations, and spending time with his family and grandchildren.
Robert was a member of IAM Local #1382.
Robert was preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Addie Jones; brothers: Larry (Raheem Muhammad) Jones and Michael (Mikal Muslim) Jones; and step-mother, Catherine Jones.
Survivors:
Wife of 34 years: Jacqueline Jones of Friendship, Wisconsin
Daughter: Sasha (Jon Herfel) Jones of Oxford, Wisconsin
Daughter: Antoinette Jones of Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin
Son: Kevin (Esther) Moutry of Tampa, Florida
Daughter: Annette (Ranjith) Perera of Cudahy, Wisconsin
Sister: Beverly Boyd of Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Brother: Sultan (Denise) Muhammad of Atlanta, Georgia
Brother: Arthur (Orelia) Jones of Atlanta, Georgia
Sister: Cynthia Jones of Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Sister: Debra (Llewellyn) Eastern of Atlanta, Georgia
Brother: Craig Jones of Madison, Wisconsin
Brother: Carvee Jones of St. Louis, Missouri
Step-Brother: Bobby Jones of St. Louis, Missouri
Sister-in-law: Lisa Muhammad of Los Angeles, California
Sister-in-law: Camilla (William) Hallmon of Atlanta, Georgia
Brother-in-law: Victor (Patrice) Seymour of Oak Creek, Wisconsin
Sister-in-law: Patricia (Richard) Reck of Cudahy, Wisconsin
Grandchildren: Brittany, Ravi, Rushan, Rasika, Reanna, Joshua, Elijah, Olivia, Josiah, Braylan Jewel, Addiebea Ann
Further survived by several great-grandchildren, aunts, uncles, adored nieces and nephews, other relatives, and many friends.
A special thank you to Valerie Jones from Hospice Touch Tomah, and his favorite Doctor Sue Borchardt N.P., Gundersen Clinic Hillsboro.
Roseberry’s Funeral Home is assisting the family. Visit www.roseberrys.com for online condolences and further information.
Jackie……Jim and I just heard about your husband’s passing. We are so sorry. The void must be so great. We pray that this void may someday be filled with hope and joy at knowing you will be reunited with him someday. May this hope keep you going and may you sense the Hands Of Jesus holding you through this tough time. Much Love Jim and Barb Miller
Praying for you all
Jackie and family so sorry to here the loss of a loved one.
Sashes, Jackie Jon, bray and Addie, we are very sad and heartbroken for your loss. Please accept our condolences and know we will be thinking of you and praying for your comfort. Laura and Mike Boucher
Jackie, Sasha and family, again, we are so very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Wish to extend my sincere sympathy.
Thinking of you and your family Annette. Much love your way.
My deepest sympathies to Annette and family at this time of your great loss.
My deepest condolences to the family. It is always difficult when one is no longer with us. May the memories bring you joy and laughter and may God give you supernatural peace.
(I am a friend of Annette’s)
So sorry for your loss sending thoughts and prayers your way
We are all so very sorry for your loss. We all loved him very much. ? Prayers and all our love to your family.
Jackie , Sasha & family so very sorry for your loss of a wonderful man.
Jackie and family so sorry for your loss he will be missed by many. I was honored to have gotten to know him. He has touch many life’s through his wisdom and kindness. Thoughts and prayers are with you all