Willis E. Jones, 97, of Harrisburg, passed away, on Sunday, May 12, 2019.

Willis the son of Thomas and Pearl Gladys (Knott) Jones, was born in Miller, MO on May 6 1922. On July 15, 1941, Willis and Gertrude B. Gibson were united in marriage and shared over 55 years together, before Gertrude's passing in 1997. Willis was later married to Betty Barnes in 2001 and they shared over 12 years together, before Betty's passing in 2013.

Willis faithfully served in the United States Army during WWII. After his time in the service he went to work with the 773 Local Union Labors Association of America. For 25 years, he worked as a journeyman electrician for University of Missouri. He also was President for 25 years of the local union and was a proud 50 year card member of the local union. After retiring, Willis began playing golf five days a week and also enjoyed bowling. Willis was also an active member of Rockbridge Christian Church. He adored his family and loved being able to spend time with them. Willis will be fondly remembered and greatly missed by those who knew and loved him.

Willis was preceded in death by his parents; first wife, Gertrude Jones; second wife, Betty Jones; two daughters, Barbara Watanabe and Mary Akers.

Willis is survived by his children; Carolyn Adolf and husband Charles of St. Charles, MO, Thomas Jones and wife Lori of Harrisburg, MO; 4 grandchildren; 8 great grandchildren; 2 great-great grandchildren; son-in-law, Roy Watanabe of St. Peters, MO; other family and friends.
Visitation will be Thursday, May 16, 2019 from 10:00AM until service time at Wilson-Griffin Funeral Home, Ash Grove, MO. Funeral services will begin at 11:00AM at the funeral home, with burial to follow at Rock Prairie Cemetery, Halltown, MO.

In lieu of flowers memorial donations can be made in Willis' name to Rock Prairie Cemetery and may be left at the funeral home.