Mr. James Jones, age 83, of Royston, Georgia, passed away on Saturday, October 17, 2026, in Athens, Georgia at Piedmont Athens Regional Medical Center.

Born on July 28, 1943, in Royston, he was the son of the late G.W. Benton and Sara L. Jones. James worked as a painter in the construction industry, and painting remained an interest throughout his life. He was a member of Rucker's Grove Baptist Church.

James leaves behind generations of family who will cherish his memory. His passing leaves an empty place in their lives, but the memories shared with him will remain a lasting source of comfort. As his family gathers to honor his life, they also remember the bonds of love that continue beyond goodbye.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Janie Elizabeth Jones; his son, James Jones, Jr.; his sister, Brenda Benton; and his brothers, Terry Benton and Jerry Benton.

Left to cherish his memory is his daughter, Sara Jackson and her husband, Matthew, Sister Syphronia Rutledge and Son Joseph Akers. Daughter-in-law, Paula Jones; grandchildren; Oceana Jackson, Matthew Jackson, Jr., Jameson Jones, Jasmine Jones, Jada Jones, and Jamicia Jones; great-grandchildren, Tamiya Jackson, Joleigh Jones, and Colibri Mills; and other relatives and friends who will miss him dearly.

Funeral services honoring the life of Mr. James Jones will be held on Sunday, October 25, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. at Rucker's Grove Baptist Church, with Rev. Bobby Berryman officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.

The family will receive friends on Saturday, October 24, 2026, from 5:00 until 7:00 p.m. at Coile and Hall Funeral Directors.

The family is at the home of Matthew and Sara Jackson, 937 Robert Reid Road, Royston, Georgia.

Coile and Hall Funeral Directors of Hartwell is honored to serve the family of Mr. James Jones.