Clarence Louis Jones, age 67, of Flora, Illinois, went Home to be with Jesus, Thursday morning, December 17, 2020, at St. John’s Hospital in Springfield. 

   He was born June 29, 1953, in Du Quoin, IL to Carl R. and Dora Carmelia (Urbain) Jones  He married Ruth M. Wasmundt in Du Quoin on May 1, 1976.

   Clarence earned an Associate in Applied Science Degree in Automotive Technology from Rend Lake College.  He later worked at Wal-Mart for several years until his health declined.  He was a member of Faith Tabernacle in Flora and enjoyed devoting his time to worshiping God and running the sound for Wednesday evening services.  Clarence will be remembered for the jokes he would often share and how he enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren.

   Survivors include his wife: Ruth Jones of Flora; 3 children: Alanna Rae Wilson of New Baden, Tarissa Dawn (Brian) Litton of West Frankfort, Jared Guy (Shennia) Jones of Hanna City; 7 grandchildren: Caleb and Shaelinn Litton, McKenzi, Summer, and Landon Wilson, and Jordan and Skylee Jones; 7 siblings: Mary Rogers, Marsha McKinnies, Carl Jones, Debra (Wayne) Harris, Janice Siefert, June Caraway, and Lisa DeWar.  He was preceded in death by his parents and a sister: Lydia Penson.

   A memorial ceremony will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, December 27, 2020, at Faith Tabernacle in Flora.  Visitation will be from 1 p.m. until time of service on Sunday at the church.  Arrangements are in the care of Frank & Bright Funeral Home in Flora.  Memorial donations are suggested to the family to assist with final expenses and will be accepted through the funeral home.  To share a memory or condolence visit: www.frankandbright.com