Frederick "Fred" Jones Jr.

Blythe, GA – Frederick, Jones Jr., 76, husband of Lydia J. Oakes Jones entered into rest on Thursday, November 6, 2025, at Dwight D. Eisenhower Medical Center. Memorial services will be held at Blythe Methodist Church on Saturday, November 15, 2025, at 11 o’clock with Reverend Thurman Norville officiating. Mr. Jones, son of Fred Jones and the late Dorothy Anderson Jones, was born in Dayton, Ohio. He was retired from the US Army where he served in the 1st Infantry, Big Red One unit in Vietnam, moved on to become a Veterinarian Technician, for the 106th Medical Detachment Unit. He was then employed by Richmond County as an Animal Control Officer. God. Country. Family. Loyalty. Kindness. These were not just words to Sergeant First Class Frederick Jones Jr. they were the principles that guided every step of his life. A gentle soul and proud Vietnam veteran, Fred devoted his life to serving others with compassion, integrity, and quiet strength. After returning home from his deployment to Vietnam with the famed “Big Red One,” the U.S. Army’s 1st Infantry Division, Sergeant First Class Jones continued his journey of service as a Veterinary Technician with the 106th Medical Detachment. His care for all living beings reflected his deep respect for life and his unwavering sense of duty. Upon retiring from the Army, Fred carried that same heart for service into his civilian life, becoming an Animal Control Officer for Richmond County Animal Control. His calm presence, gentle nature, and dedication to the welfare of animals and people alike left a lasting mark on everyone he met. Fred always put others before himself and believed that true leadership came from compassion. He lived his faith daily, devoted to his church and steadfast in his relationship with God. Those who knew him were inspired by his kindness, humility, and quiet grace. To his family, friends, and community, Fred was more than a veteran or public servant — he was a man of deep faith and unwavering loyalty, a man who led with his heart. His life was a testament to service, love, and faithfulness. Though he has completed his earthly mission, his gentle spirit and example of goodness will continue to guide his family and those who were blessed to know him. “Well done, good and faithful servant.” – Matthew 25:23 In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his brothers Bobby, Paul, Curtis, and Rocky Jones. and sisters Beatrice and Dorothy. In addition to his wife, Lydia J. Jones he is survived by his son Frederick Jones, III; his daughter, Bridget Emerson (Will), his sisters, Lynn Williams (Mikel) and Sue Gonzalez (Frank); his grandchildren, Frederick Jones, IV (Katlyn), Ace Emerson (Sadie), Serenity Jones(Uriel);, Kaitlyn Jones; his great grandchildren, Aubrey, Addison, and Jackson David; his host of nieces, nephews, as well as great nieces and nephews. Chance & Hydrick Funeral Directors, 2502 Richmond Hill Road, Augusta, GA, 30906. www.chanceandhydrick.com

Frederick "Fred" Jones Jr.

December 3, 1948 - November 6, 2025