Jones, Bobby Leon

U.S. Army Veteran Held Long Career With New York Transit

  • Tuesday, June 2, 2020
Bobby Jones
Bobby Jones

Bobby Leon Jones 83, of Ooltewah, Tennessee, passed away on Sunday May 31, 2020, at his residence. 

He was a graduate of Howard High School, class of 1955 and furthered his education at Wilberforce University.  He later attended New York University and Brooklyn College. Bobby proudly served his country in the United States Army for 22 years, and retired from the New York Transit after over 25 years.

Relaxation at home and quality time with his family was his favorite pastime.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Henry and Beatrice Jones and four brothers.

Bobby leaves behind to cherish his precious memories, his beloved and devoted wife of 57 years, Josephine Wilkerson Jones of Ooltewah; and other close relatives and friends.

Visitation will be on Tuesday, June 2, from 4-6 p.m. in the funeral home chapel.

An Honor Guard Ceremony to be held at the funeral home on Wednesday, June 3, at 12:30 p.m. with interment to follow at Chattanooga National Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the American Cancer Society in memorial of Bobby L. Jones.

Arrangements are entrusted to Advantage Funeral & Cremation Services Franklin -Strickland Chapel, 1724 McCallie Ave., Chattanooga, Tn. 37404, 423 265-4414. 

Please visit our website to share your memories: www.advantagefranklin-strickland.com

Obituaries
Anne Elizabeth Crimmins Awad
Anne Elizabeth Crimmins Awad
  • 4/17/2024

Anne Elizabeth Crimmins Awad, age 90, died on January 10, 2024. Anne, the youngest daughter of the late John B. Crimmins and the late Margaret Ryan Crimmins, was born on October 13, 1933. ... more

Melanie Renee Shepherd
Melanie Renee Shepherd
  • 4/17/2024

Melanie Renee Shepherd, 54, of Chattanooga, Tennessee, passed away on Wednesday, April 17, 2024. Melanie was born in Mt. Sterling, Ky., on Dec. 11, 1969, the daughter of Charles and Irma ... more

Patricia "Pat" Turbeville
Patricia "Pat" Turbeville
  • 4/17/2024

Patricia "Pat" Turbeville, 96, formerly of Paducah, Kentucky, passed away on April 15, 2024, with her daughters at her side and surrounded by the love of her Chattanooga family. Pat was ... more