Donald E. Jones
March 30, 1939 - November 2, 2020
Don Jones, age 81, of Truckee CA, passed away November 2, 2020. Born on March 30, 1939 in Twin Valley, MN, Don attended Twin Valley High School, North Dakota State College of Science and worked as an IBEW 112 union electrician traveling to many job sites across the country for 55 years, including the Alaska Pipeline. He moved to Truckee, CA, where he lived for over 50 years. In his retirement years he also enjoyed winters in Arizona and the friends he made. Don was a skilled photographer and particularly passionate about photographing wildlife and scenery in Yellowstone National Park. His family and friends are going to miss him greatly. Don is survived by sister Barbara Jones Colhapp, niece Andrea (John) Perendy, nephew Aaron Colhapp, cousin Craig Garrett, and close companion Dodie Gadient. Also survived by his best friend Pete Rossi, Kellie Baker, Anna and Paul Marderosian, Maribess and Buzz Johnson, Jerry Sivao, Dave Guiragossian and his many friends from the Glenshire store. He will be especially missed by his beloved German Shepherd Echo. Preceded in death by parents Elton & Ida Jones and brother-in-law Ted Colhapp. No service is planned. Memorials can be sent to desired charity.
Don Jones, age 81, of Truckee CA, passed away November 2, 2020. Born on March 30, 1939 in Twin Valley, MN, Don attended Twin Valley High School, North Dakota State College of Science and worked as an IBEW 112 union electrician traveling to... View Obituary & Service Information