James Clayton Jones

James C. (Buddy) Jones, 86 of Valdosta, Georgia passed away on Monday, January 15, 2024, at South Georgia Medical Center. Mr. Jones was born on September 25, 1937, to the late Walter and Lila Jones in Valdosta, Georgia. James was known as “Papa” to many folks. He was a graduate of Pine Grove High, class of 1955. James was an avid hunter and fisherman and loved woodworking and gardening. He began his career at the age of 18 in the Valdosta Postal Service and retired at the age of 55. He is preceded in death by his wife, Angie L. Jones, sister, Gwen Lawson and brother, Walter “Buzzy” Jones.
Survivors include his daughter and son in-law, Diane and Chris Jones of Macon, GA, daughter, Diedra Krause of Valdosta, GA; granddaughter, Rachael and Jacob Stevens of Lakeland, GA; great granddaughter, Grace Stevens of Lakeland, GA; sister, Faye Carter of Athens, GA along with numerous nieces and nephews.
A graveside service will be held at 2:00 P.M. on Friday, January 19, 2024, at Empire Cemetery in Lakeland, GA. Messages of sympathy can be left for the family by visiting www.musicfuneralservices . The Jones family is being served by the professional and caring staff of Music Funeral Services of Valdosta.