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Daniel F. “Shorty” Jones

Daniel Francis “Shorty” Jones, age 81, lifelong resident of Newberry, FL passed away on Saturday July 7, 2018 at his home surrounded by his loving family. Mr. Jones was born in Newberry to Homer F. and Madalyn Hodge Jones. He graduated from Newberry High School and served in the United States Army in Europe as a medic. Shorty was a banker for 25 years and a lifelong farmer.
He was a long time member of the First Baptist Church of Newberry where he served as a deacon and treasurer. He leaves behind to grieve his loving wife of 57 years Joyce P. Jones, his son Daniel, his grandson Dylan, his sister Wanda Gay Laird, and many other family members and friends. The Jones Family would like to thank Mrs. Jones’ brother and sister-in-law, Roy and Karen Palmer of Cumberland, Rhode Island for their help and love as well as the members of First Baptist Church of Newberry.

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In consideration of COVID-19, as well as the families we are serving, we would like for those of you whose immune systems are compromised please stay home and send the family a condolence card. We may also be forced to postpone services if this continues or worsens. Our profession as funeral directors is not only focused on serving families, but also protecting the families and the community at-large. Thank you and please take care!

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