Obituary of Thomas Allen Jones

Thomas (Tom) Allen Jones March 18, 1945 – July 2, 2015 Tom was a very giving person who found many ways to help others in need. Tom passed away peacefully on July 2, 2015 after a short battle with cancer. Tom was born in Bottineau, North Dakota where he spent his first 7 years before moving to Wenatchee, Washington. He graduated from Wenatchee High School in 1963 and joined the army in September 1963. He spent 3 years as an airplane mechanic including one year in Vietnam. Following his army service he went to work for the Bonneville Power Administration (BPA) and worked there for 36 years until he retired in 2000. Tom is preceded in death by his mother Jeanette, father Leroy and brother Ron. Tom is survived by his wife of 32 years, Terrie, his brother Steve Jones (JoAnn), his uncle Maurice Guerin (Flora Lee), and many other loving family members. Over the years Tom and Terrie enjoyed many travel adventures and have shared a common love for animals and helping others. While they did not have children of their own, Tom was a terrific uncle to his many nieces and nephews. Tom also enjoyed the company of many special animal partners in his life and leaves behind his beloved dog Jessie who will miss her daily walks with him. He was also a car enthusiast, particularly Corvettes and cars from the 50’s and 60’s. No services are planned at Tom’s request. Instead, the family requests that you remember him by helping someone else or by making a contribution to one of his favorite charities, Best Friends Animal Sanctuary, Feeding America, or Boys Town, or any other organization you support.