In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Marie Jones. Jones, Earl L., of Hawk Point, Missouri, died on Wednesday, April 29, 2009, at the age of 81. Devoted husband of Marie Jones; dear son of the late James and Edna Jones; loving father of Elaine Koons, Debbie Brenneisen and Daniel (Rita) Jones; treasured grandfather of 9 and great-grandfather of 11; dearest brother of 6 sisters and 2 brothers; cherished uncle, brother-in-law and friend to many. He is preceded in death by his brothers, Carl and Billy Jones. Earl worked in Lawn and Maintenance for the Parks and Recreation Department in Ferguson, Missouri. He was a Quartermaster for VFW Post 4092 in Ferguson and served in the Navy in WWII. Earl loved fishing, woodworking and watching baseball.