Ivan Eugene Jones Obituary
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Ivan Eugene Jones of Chillicothe, Illinois, who passed away on June 7, 2025, at the age of 81, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Ivan Eugene Jones to pay them a last tribute.
Though his name may fade from the lips of time, the imprint Ivan Eugene leaves upon the hearts of his loved ones remains eternally vivid — a testament to the depth of his spirit and the richness of his legacy.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Gilbert W. Jones and Eithel Cordelia Jones (Nash). He is survived by: his wife Christine Sue Reader; his sister Naomi Davis of Chillicothe; his siblings-in-law, Sharon Camper of East Peoria, IL, Ann Jones of Chillicothe, IL and Stephen Reader (Cheryl) of East Moline, IL; his son Ronald; and his siblings, Gilbert and Bessie Hainline. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.
A graveside service will be held on Tuesday, June 17th 2025 at 11:00 AM at the Chillicothe City Cemetery (510 W Frances St, Chillicothe, IL 61523).
Memorials in Ivan's name may be made to the ARK in Lacon.
