Ralph D. Jones' Obituary
Decatur- Ralph D. 'Speed' Jones, 80, of Decatur, passed away peacefully at his home, Wednesday, October 10, 2012.
A graveside service to celebrate the life of Speed will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, October 13, 2012, at Graceland Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Sun-N-Fun Air Show, 4175 Medulla Rd, Lakeland, FL., 33811.
Speed was born October 15, 1931, in Moweaqua, Illinois, the son of Ralph and Darlene (Nein) Jones. He was a member of the Iron Workers #46, and the E.A.A #274. He married Deema McIntire in Assumption on July 1, 1974.
He is survived by his wife; sons, Dan, David, Ricky, and Roger; daughter, Susan Perry; brothers, Paul and John; sister, Carol Butler; step-daughters, Sherry Vits, and Judy Love; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews.
Speed was preceded in death by his parents, daughters, Linda and Lori, and brother, Bob.
The family of Speed is being served by Graceland/Fairlawn Funeral Home. Online condolences and memories may be shared with the family at www.gracelandfairlawn.com.
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