Francis Jones, age 77, of Judsonia, Arkansas passed away on November 19, 2025. He was born on January 1, 1948 in Searcy, Arkansas to the late Carthel Edward Jones and Luci Verneal (Barger) Jones.

He is preceded in death by his parents Carthel and Verneal Jones and his daughter Rachelle Leann Jones.

Francis is survived by his sons John Jones (Martha), Daniel Jones (Karen), Thomas Jones (Aimee), and Michael Vance (DeAnna); grandchildren Jessica Tanner, Kayla Shawn, Abby Jones, Matt Jones, Shyanne Edwards, Thomas Jones Jr., Emily Holt, and Aleesa Holt; and 10 great-grandchildren.

Francis was a good father who enjoyed spending time with his family and playing cards. He worked at Kohler in Searcy for over 25 years.

Graveside service will be held on Tuesday, November 25, 2025 at 12:00pm at West Pointe Cemetery located at 550 Hwy 36 E in Kensett. A visitation will be held one hour prior to the service at the cemetery.

Arrangements by A Natural State Funeral Service 2620 West Main Street, Jacksonville, Arkansas 72076. 501-982-3400. Online guestbook available at www.anaturalstatefuneralservice.com