Douglas H. Jones

February 5, 1947 - March 3, 2018

Douglas H. Jones, age 71, of Mayfield, passed away on Saturday, March 3, 2018, at his residence in Cranberry Creek, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on February 5, 1947, in Gloversville, NY, a son of the late Fred C. and Shirley M. Allen Jones. A lifetime resident of the area, he graduated from Mayfield School. Mr. Jones honorably served his country in the U.S. Air Force during the Vietnam War. He was employed for many years at the GE in Schenectady. Douglas also loved animals, hunting and fishing and spending time with his family. He is a beloved father to his son, Donald D. Jones of Cranberry Creek and daughter Theresa M. Shivers of Montgomery, AL; grandfather to Oddis Knox, Connie Knox of Montgomery, AL and Zachary Jones; great-grandfather of four. He is also survived by his twin brother, David H. Jones (Roberta) of Scotia, brother, Fred I. Jones of Nelliston and sister, Marlene V. Thompson (Thomas) of Averill Park. He is also survived by many nephews, nieces and cousins and former wife, Connie Colvin. He is predeceased by his wife, Laurel Whitman Jones, whom he married on 24 June 1993 and his former wife, Alice Theresa Guzek. He is also predeceased by his brother, Donald A. Jones and his sister, Norma C. Thompson. Family and friends are invited to visit on Thursday, March 8, 2018 from 5pm until 7pm at the Northville Funeral Service, Inc. 401 Bridge Street, Northville, NY 12134. In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to a charity of one’s choice.