James "Jim" Earl Jones

James "Jim" Earl Jones, 78 of Benton, KY passed away on Monday, June 30, 2025, at his residence.

Born Wednesday, April 9, 1947 in Casper, WY, he was the son of the late James Harley Jones and the late Merline (Gumm) Jones. 

James was a veteran of the United States Army where he recieved several purple hearts for his service. For 40 years, he was the owner of Caspar Building Systems in Casper, WY. He was also a member of the VFW and American Legion. 

James is survived by his wife of 58 years, Nickie (Vasseur) Jones; son, James Michael Jones wife Darcy of Hazel, KY; daughter, Kim Clark husband Nathan of Almo, KY; brother, Brent Jones of Houston, TX; and grandchildren, Joss Jones wife Vanessa, Hayden Jones and Jesse Clark. 

He was preceded in death by his parents; and sisters, Sheri Morrison and Kim Jones.

Funeral services will be held at Collier Funeral Home, 211 West 5th St., Benton, KY 42025 at 1:00 p.m. on Monday, July 7, 2025.

Interment will be in Lakeview Cemetery, Benton, KY. 

Visitation will be held on Monday, July 7, 2025 between the hours of 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. at Collier Funeral Home.

Memorial contributions may be sent to: American Legion Post 236, 25 Littlejohn Ln, Calvert City, KY 42029.