Meredith Jones, 72, of Wiscasset, passed into glory on Sept. 6 surrounded by his children. He had valiantly battled cancer for over three years.
He was born on Aug. 24, 1942 to Ralph and Grace Jones of Alna. After graduating from Erskine Academy in 1960, he joined the Army Reserves, where he served for six years. He worked at Vocaline in South Bristol, followed by 26 years at Bath Iron Works. He retired from BIW in 2007.
He was active in his church, serving as a Sunday school teacher, superintendent, and choir member. He was always one from whom you could seek advice, prayer, or good conversation. Meredith enjoyed golf, bowling, and watching his grandchildren play and grow. He was a faithful father and grandfather, being a constant presence at games, concerts, and graduations.
He is survived by sisters, Joanne Severance and husband Freddy of Farmingdale, and Dolly Hayward and husband Frank of Wiscasset; brothers, Davey Jones and wife Patti of Palermo, and twin brother, Mickey Jones and wife Crystal of Wiscasset; sons, Darren Jones and wife Leanne of Westport, Matthew Jones and wife Paula of Bryant Pond, and Mark Jones and wife Denise of Bath; daughter, Rachel Jones and husband Dan Renzi of Wiscasset; “Great Eight” grandchildren, Ashley, Stephanie, Kayla, Josh, Isaac, Haddie, Toby, and Gwendolyn; as well multitudes of nieces and nephews, church family, and friends.
A graveside service for Meredith will be held at 2 p.m., Thurs., Sept. 11 at the Alna Cemetery, followed by a reception at the Bible Baptist Church in Wiscasset.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Bible Baptist Church, 143 Beechnut Hill Rd., Wiscasset, ME 04578.
Arrangements are by Daigle Funeral Home, 819 High St., Bath.