Robert G. Jones, aged 82 of Ardmore, OK passed away on Thursday, September 19th, 2024.

A graveside service will take place at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, September 23rd, at Elmwood Cemetery in Bowie with Pastor Kristi Roland Hand officiating.

Robert was born on May 9, 1942 to D. C. and Virginia (Dorn) Jones in Colorado City, Texas where he spent his formative years. His momma later married Jabe J. Whirley who Robert always knew as his Daddy.

In 1963, he married Linda Bartlett, from Lamesa, TX. This past May they celebrated 61 years of marriage. His working career began as a cotton farmer with Linda’s dad, JE Bartlett in Lamesa. He moved his growing family and began a career with Dr. Pepper in Hobbs, NM. His career in Dr Pepper grew from being a route man to partial owner with the Dr. Pepper company before retiring in 1983.

After his retirement from Dr. Pepper went back to farming. Robert was known for his hard work, dedication, and passion for helping others. He was a beloved father, husband, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend who will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

He was preceded in death by his son, Robert Jr. and youngest daughter, LeeAnn Jones.

Robert is survived by his loving wife, Linda; his daughter, Debby Custer and her husband Aaron; grandchildren, Melissa Stewart and husband Reno, Jacob Custer, and Katy Buckner and husband Trey; great-grandchildren, Owen and Kodi Stewart and a Buckner baby due in February.

His memory will be cherished by all who knew him.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Good Shepherd Hospice at 1505 N. Commerce Suite 104, Ardmore, OK 73401.

Arrangements entrusted to the White Family Funeral Home of Bowie, TX.