Billy Wayne Jones passed away on Saturday, October 10, 2026, at Huntsville Hospital. He was born April 14, 1952, to James Edward and Lola Earline Brown Jones in Alabama. He was a graduate of Speake High School and spent his professional career with 3M in Decatur, Alabama, where he developed many lifelong friendships before he retired.
He enjoyed spending his time gardening, fishing, and cheering on the Alabama Crimson Tide. He also devoted many years to coaching his children’s youth sports teams, creating lasting memories with his family.
He is survived by his son, Nick Jones (Hailey), and daughter, Julia Lewis (Dee); four grandsons, Evan Jones, Gabe Jones, Dylann Roper, and Josiah Roper; siblings Dallas Jones (Toni), Linda Bunnell, and Brenda Howard (Ray); as well as a host of nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Edward and Earline Jones, and his brothers, Jimmy Jones and Jackie Jones.
Memorial Service will be Friday, October 16, 2026, at 11:00AM at Shelton Funeral Home Chapel. Visitation will be from 10:00AM-11:00AM at the funeral home.
