Howard R. Jones

Howard R. Jones, 64, of Wilkes-Barre, passed away April 23, 2011 at his home. Born in Wilkes-Barre on February 2, 1947, he was a son of the late Edward and Ruth (Hartman) Jones. Howard enjoyed racing motorcycles and watching drag racing. He was also a member of the local Masons. He especially loved spending time with his cocker spaniel, Tasha. Howard was a truck driver for 35 years, retiring from Petroleum Service Company in 2010. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by stepmother, Ann Jones and stepfather, John Brugger. Left to cherish his memory are his loving wife for 42 years, Susan Jones, Wilkes-Barre; daughters, Jennifer and husband Joseph Chopyak, Stephanie and husband Kevin Best, all of Pittston; grandchildren, Joseph, Adam and Alica Chopyak; brothers, Edward Butch, David and Jack; sister, Dorthy Sepela; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins. Friends and family may call Tuesday from 4 to 7p.m. at Kniffen OMalley Funeral Home, Inc. 465 S. Main St, Wilkes-Barre. A small prayer service will follow at 7 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to The Earthly Angels Autism Fund of the Luzerne Foundation, 140 Main St. Second Floor, Luzerne, PA 18709.