Herbert "Tim" P. Jones

Herbert P. "Tim" Jones, 77, of Zanesville, died peacefully at 1:55 AM, Tuesday, February 9, 2016 at Cambridge Health & Rehab Center following a lengthy illness. He was born Tuesday, December 27, 1938 in Zanesville, the son of Donald Pitt Jones and Betty (Ballard) Jones. He was married to Marlene G (Wiseman) Jones on Saturday, September 2, 1961 and was a member of Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church. Tim, also known as “T.J.” served his country as a veteran of the United States Navy. During his tenure in the Navy he served on the USS McClelland (DE-750) a Cannon-Class Destroyer escort. During his childhood he was a Cub Scout, Boy Scout earning Eagle Scout in 1952. He attended Lincoln School, Roosevelt Junior High, spent one year at Lash High School and graduated in 1956 from Zanesville High School. During Tim’s time at ZHS he was one of the original members of the Blue Knights. He also attended Muskingum College. He was a realtor for Jack Spence and F.W. Fox and worked in the Legal Department of the Ohio Department of Transportation, District 5. Tim was very musically talented, there were few instruments he could not play, for over 35 years he played the drums, piano and flute. Tim played in many area bands including, Shelly Carlisle Band, and played background for Mary Lucas, Ray Richardson Combo and Jayquets Combo. Tim was a member of the B.O.P.E. for over 35 years, Public Employee Retirees, Chapter 47, Zanesville Museum of Art, American Legion Post 29, Men’s Auxiliary, VFW, Post 1058 and the Musical Union where he served on the board. Tim enjoyed hunting, fishing, bowling, golf, concerts and stage plays. He loved to travel; he was able to travel the United States visiting all but 3 states and many foreign countries. During his sea travels he enjoyed many ocean going vessels including the QE II. The family would like to thank the Cambridge Health & Rehab Center for the excellent care they gave Tim and the entire family. Tim is survived by his wife of 54 years Marlene Jones; one sister: Donna Steinman; one sister-in-law: Cynthia “Cindy” Creeks; two nieces: Lori Evans and Robin Grear; one nephew: Andrew Steinman all of Zanesville and many friends. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his faithful canine companion, Candy. Friends may call from 3:00 to 7:00 PM, Friday, February 12, 2016 at the Hillis, Combs & Nestor Funeral Home, 935 Forest Avenue, Zanesville and one hour prior to services at the church on Saturday. Funeral Services to Celebrate Tim's Life will be held 11:00 AM, Saturday, February 13, 2016 at Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, 128 South 7th Street, Zanesville with Rev. Dan Bell officiating. Burial will follow in Zanesville Memorial Park with VFW Post 1058, American Legion Post 29 and the United States Navy conducting Full Military Honors. Memorial contributions may be made to Blue Knights c/o Zanesville High School, 1701 Blue Avenue, Zanesville, Ohio 43701, Zanesville Concert Association, 2620 Douglas Drive, Zanesville, Ohio 43701 or the Alzheimer’s Association Central Ohio Chapter, 1379 Dublin Road, Columbus, Ohio 43215 in Tim’s memory.

Herbert "Tim" P. Jones

December 27, 1938 - February 9, 2016