James E. “Jim” Jones, age 97, of Council Bluffs passed away October 9, 2019 at Methodist Jennie Edmundson Hospital.
Jim was born on October 16, 1921 in Modale, Iowa to the late Herman B. and Frances B. (Howard) Jones. He graduated from Missouri Valley High School in 1940. Jim proudly served his country in the U.S. Naval Seabees during WWII. After coming home he graduated from the University of Nebraska at Lincoln in 1948. Jim worked for Iowa Soda Co. as their accountant for 24 years and then for Pottawattamie County Treasurer’s office for 6 years. He married Donna Marie Nelson on September 5, 1964. Jim was an avid Iowa Hawkeye Fan.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his sisters, Arlene, Frances and Cecil; grandson, Michael McQueen.
Survivors include wife, Donna Marie; son, Lynn A. McQueen and wife Pat; granddaughters, Lisa Smothers and husband Dennis, Jeanette Lynn McQueen; great-grandson, Ryan Smothers; nieces and nephews.
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Previous Events
Visitation
11
Oct
545 Willow Avenue
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
Funeral Service
12
Oct
545 Willow Avenue
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
With military rites by the Kanesville Riders Honor Guard. Luncheon at Walnut Hill Reception Center following interment.
Cemetery Details
Location
1350 E. Pierce Street
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
The family will direct memorials.
