With great sadness we announce the passing of Neil Jones of Kitchener on Friday, January 22, 2016 at the age of 91. Dear husband of the late Marilyn (Nelson) Jones (2014). He will be greatly missed by his many close nieces, nephews and friends. Born in Exeter, he was predeceased by his parents Hubert and Florence Jones and his sister Gwen Morawetz. Neil was a veteran of WWII whose work on the electronics of the “Blind Landing Programme” ensured air force airplane safety.
Cremation has taken place and a private family graveside service will be held at the Exeter Cemetery at a later date. Haskett Funeral Home, Exeter (519-235-1220) entrusted with arrangements.
Donations in memory of Neil and of his love for music may be made to the Kitchener Waterloo Symphony Orchestra.
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Jill Aldridge
We were sorry to hear of Uncle Neil’s passing and hope he is at peace. Aunt Marilyn was my Dad’s youngest sister, and now Neil can join the elder Nelsons ( Phyllis, Hugh, Bill and Marilyn ) at the “great picnic table “in the sky.
Sincerely Jill Aldridge… on behalf of Bruce and Hugh Nelson and our families. ( Hugh and Mary’s children )
The Holtzmann family
Although we didn’t know Neil, our Dad always spoke very highly of him and I know that they stayed in touch well after Neil’s father sold the business to our father in 1957. We offer our sincere condolences to everyone who knew and loved him.
Reiny & Lynda Freiter
To the family of Neil Jones, our sincere condolences at this sad time. We met Neil 36 years ago when we purchased our home at 327 William St in Exeter—the home he was born and raised in. We are still living in the same home. We appreciated his assistance when we bought the house
Reiny & Lynda Freiter
Brian Hilliard
I worked with Neil for many years in Kitchener and always found him to be very helpful with whatever we were working on. We also attended the Bits and Bytes computer club for various meetings. I will miss him as a friend.
I offer my condolences to Neil’s family.
Marjorie Pryde
I met Neil and Marilyn when Doug started working in Kitchener.It was a reunion for my husband with his best friend from Exeter.There were many visits,reunions and luncheons later with the “School friends from Exeter”. Will remember Neil for his love of music,photography,storytelling and “his jokes”. Hope he and my husband will share more stories in Heaven.Condolences to his family.
Susan Latremoille
I have memories of my Uncle Neil when he used to bring his sailboat to Lake Baptiste when he visited my mother Gwen in the summers. He loved music and enjoyed concerts and recordings. I am happy that I was able to visit Uncle Neil in the home where we recalled the old days when Mom was alive. The end of era – may he rest in peace.
Susan Latremoille (Gwen’s daughter)
Tim Morawetz
I have fond memories of my Uncle Neil and the numerous cassettes of symphonic music he would give to my Mom. (I also remember his interest in photography… and his love of rather spicy jokes!
It’s the close of a chapter in my family’s Jones history.
Irvine & Lois ArmstrongI
To Neil, family. Sorry to hear of Neil,s death. We remember the school days in Exeter. Our thoughts are with you at this time. Lois & Irv. ARMSTRONG.