Gilbert Wayne Jones
August 16, 1939 - February 20, 2021Gilbert Wayne Jones, born on August 16, 1939, to James and Oma Jones, made it to his Heavenly home on February 20, 2021, at his home, surrounded by his loving family.
Wayne married the love of his life, Brenda Hart Jones, on June 12, 1961. Together they built a life they loved with three children: Bryan, Christy, and J.D., who survive.
Wayne had many accomplishments over the years. He proudly served his country in the Korean War, Vietnam Era, and National Guard where he ended his career of service.
He retired from Whayne Supply in 1999 after working as a field serviceman and tool room attendant. Wayne was a member of Grace on the Hill Methodist Church in Corbin, Kentucky. He was also a member of the Nibroc Street Rodders over the years. He had a love for old cars.
Wayne was a family man who loved his family immensely; he was so proud of his children and grandchildren who named him “Pappy.”
He was preceded in death by his father, James Jones; his mother, Oma Jones; step father, Otis Ward; and niece, Karen Collett.
Wayne leaves behind his loving wife of nearly 60 years, Brenda Hart Jones; children: Bryan Jones (Deana), Christy Jones, and J.D. Jones (Shannon). He is also survived by eight grandchildren: Holly (Kelly), Ben (April), Emmalee, Ella, Ethan, Ezekiel, Jackson, and Nash; four great grandchildren: Gracie, Tanner, Kinley, and Quentin. In addition, he is survived by his sister, Helen Nadean Harris, and a special brother and sister-in-law, Larry and Jan Hart, as well as a host of family and friends who mourn his passing.
Funeral services will be held at 1:00 P.M. Wednesday, February 24, 2021, in the Hart Funeral Home Chapel. Weyman McGuire, Scott Wilson, Gus Clouse, and Harold Sulfridge will be the officiating ministers. Wayne will be laid to rest at Pine Hill Cemetery with military honors by the D.A.V. Chapter 158. Pallbearers will be Stephen Hart, Ryan Phillips, Graham Barrineau, Brian Thorpe, BJ Cannon, and Jason McCreary; honorary pallbearers will be beloved Cardinal Heights neighborhood family, Whayne Supply family, Nibroc Street Rodders family, Hospice of the Bluegrass and Home Health Team.
The family will receive friends from 6 – 8 P.M. Tuesday, February 23, 2021, at Hart Funeral Home, located at 1011 Master Street in Corbin.
The family extends a special thank you to Connie and Billie from Hospice of the Bluegrass for their love and care.
Cleland L Thorpe
Posted at 14:32h, 23 FebruaryI will not be able to attend Gilbert’s service but you have my condolences. Brenda, if I can help you with any of the VA benefits, let me know.
BARBARA BINGHAM
Posted at 15:13h, 23 FebruaryMy sincere condolences to you and your family during this time of sorrow. May the Lord comfort you and give you peace.
Linda L Sullivan
Posted at 15:35h, 23 FebruaryBrenda, I am so sorry to hear about Wayne. He is not suffering anymore. He is now in the hands of a precious Lord.
Love you, my friend
Linda Sulivan
Janice H.Reid
Posted at 21:35h, 23 FebruaryBrenda and family,
So sorry to hear of Wayne’s passing. It has been many years since our Nazarene Church days, but you and Wayne were always special to our family.
You and your family are in my prayers and thoughts.
Love,
Janice Henderlight Reid
Janice H. Reid
Posted at 21:43h, 23 FebruaryBrenda and family,
So sorry to hear of Wayne’s passing.
It has been some time since I have seen either of you, but will always remember the many good times at the Nazarene Church.
Love and prayers!!
Janice Henderlight Reid