Bernard James "B.J." Jones

Bernard James “B.J.” Jones, age 78, of Hazlehurst died Wednesday, December 14, 2022 at Community Hospice in Vidalia.

Mr. Jones was born May 31, 1944 in Jeff Davis County to the late Thomas Edward and Mary Elizabeth Jones. He was a retired supervisor of Hazlehurst Mills where he dedicated his time for 43 years of service. Mr. Jones was a member of Southside Baptist Church and was a former catcher and shortstop with the Hazlehurst Cardinals. He was also an avid hunter and fisherman.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 58 years Linda Jones;  a sister, Barbara Wood and a brother, Wayne Jones.

Survivors include his daughter, Sheryl (Jimmy) Disharoon of Hazlehurst; son, Allen (Lisa) Jones of Hazlehurst; three sisters, Alice (Maxwell) Wilcox, Fillis Branch, and Debbie (Larry) Quinn all of Hazlehurst; and one brother, Hershal (Jessie) Jones of Douglas.  Four grandchildren and nine great grandchildren also survive.

Funeral Services will be held at Southside Baptist Church on Saturday, December 17, 2022 at 11:00 AM with Rev. Thomas Colter officiating.  Visitation will be held one hour prior to service.

Interment will be in Hazlehurst City Cemetery.

Arrangements are under the direction of Swain Funeral Home.