Lawrence "Larry" Jones

Lawrence L. “Larry” Jones, 94, of Decatur, Indiana, passed away Sunday afternoon, November 21, 2021, at Adams Memorial Hospital in Decatur, Indiana.

He was born on December 8, 1926, in Parker, Indiana to the late Oscar Leroy Jones and the late Sara R. (Jack) Jones. Larry was united in marriage to Betty Louise Doherty and she preceded him in death in 1974. He was then united in marriage to Geraldine “Gerri” (Ray) Bixler on December 18, 1976 in Decatur, Indiana and she survives.

Larry served his country as a light truck driver in the United States Army during World War II. He was deployed to the Pacific Theater where he was honorably discharged following his tour of duty with a rank of Private First Class.

He was a member of the Pleasant Mills United Methodist Church. He was also a former 25 year member of the Geneva Volunteer Fire Department.

Larry was employed for 27 years at the Automatic Sprinkler in Monroe. In his retirement, Larry enjoyed the time spent driving for Shifferly’s in Decatur.

Larry had a knack for electronics. For many years, he would repair radios and automobile electronics. He was a travel enthusiast. Gerri accompanied him on many trips across the United States and visited many landmarks in the country. His “hobby” of driving was also fulfilled by the time spent with Shifferly’s. He was also an avid sports fan, paying particular attention to Indiana sports and the Indianapolis Colts. Following his retirement, Larry and Gerri moved their residence to North Carolina where they greatly enjoyed the atmosphere, outdoor experiences and natural beauty of the mountains. After being chased out of North Carolina in 1990’s by snow, they decided to return to Decatur.

Survivors include his wife of 44 years, Geraldine “Gerri” Jones of Decatur, Indiana; son, Gary W. (Susan) Jones of Geneva, Indiana; daughter, Jana (Bob) Shaffer of Geneva, Indiana; son, Steve (Nancy) Jones of Geneva, Indiana; step-daughter, Donna (Bob) Shraluka of Decatur, Indiana; step-son, Gregg L. (Teresa) Bixler of Adairville, Kentucky; 17 grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; and 10 great-great-grandchildren.

Larry was preceded in death by two brothers, Charles Eugene Jones and Carl E. Jones; and two sisters, Mary Towell and Wilma Lash.

A funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Monday, November 29, 2021 at the Zwick & Jahn Funeral Home – Decatur with Pastor Karen Garner and Pastor Harold Klinker officiating. Burial will follow at the Riverside Cemetery, in Geneva, Indiana.

Family and friends will be received from 12 Noon to 3:00 p.m. Sunday, November 28, 2021, at the Zwick & Jahn Funeral Home – Decatur and one hour prior to services Monday also at the funeral home

In lieu of flowers preferred memorials can be made to Pleasant Mills United Methodist Church or High Street United Methodist Church, Geneva.

Arrangements are the Zwick & Jahn Funeral Home, Decatur.