Donald Clinton Jones

August 3, 1947 ~
March 21, 2023

Donald Clinton Jones, age 75, of Belmont, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 21, 2023. Don loved trains and found great joy in sharing his passion with friends and family. He could always be enticed by desserts, ice cream, and sweets. His grandchildren will forever associate Smarties with their Grandpa Jones, who always had a few in his pocket to share. Don enjoyed music and looked forward to each opportunity to sing bass with the Calvary Church Choir. He was preceded in death by his wife and first love, Nia Ann; parents Robert Jones and Marjorie Stage Jones. He will be lovingly remembered by his second love Petra Rozinska; daughter Sabrina (Andrew) Rauch, son Nicolas (Rachel) Jones, son Adam (Emily) Jones; 11 grandchildren: Olivia, Jackson, Nathan, Karis, Nia, Jeremiah, Lottie, Jasmine, Liam, Nixon, and Nonie; brother Richard (Diane) Jones; sisters Kathie (Dan) Sweitzer, Margaret Jones; many nieces and nephews; friends who became like family, Laura (Mark) Maslonka, Mason and Eli Maslonka, Doug Wood. He will also be remembered by his many model railroad buddies; Calvary Church Oasis Bible Study Group; Calvary Church Choir; and his many friends. A Celebration of Life service will be held at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, March 28 at Calvary Church, 707 East Beltline Ave. NE, Grand Rapids, with Rev. Don Hancock officiating. The family kindly requests that those attending feel free to wear colors,as Don is glory surrounded by color. Private Burial at Blythefield Memory Gardens. Relatives and friends may meet the family on Monday, March 27, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at MKD Stegenga Belmont Chapel, 1601 Post Drive NE and on Tuesday, prior to service at the church, from 1-2 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family asks those who wish may make memorial contributions to The Gideons International.

Visitation
Monday, March 27
2:00pm - 4:00pm

MKD - Belmont
1601 Post Dr. NE
Belmont, MI 49306
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Phone: (616) 866-7200

Visitation
Monday, March 27
6:00pm - 8:00pm

MKD - Belmont
1601 Post Dr. NE
Belmont, MI 49306
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Phone: (616) 866-7200

Visitation
Tuesday, March 28
1:00pm - 2:00pm

Calvary Church
707 E. Beltline Ave NE
Grand Rapids, MI 49525
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Funeral Service
Tuesday, March 28
2:00pm

Calvary Church
707 E. Beltline Ave NE
Grand Rapids, MI 49525
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March 26, 2023 8:03pm
Even though I only knew Don through our love of model trains, he was a very nice man. Our hobby and the world will miss him.

- Tim Scott

March 26, 2023 7:05am
Though we only met in passing, while sharing our hobby of model railroading, rest in peace my friend.

- Bob Hanna

March 25, 2023 12:07pm
Sabrina, Nick, and Adam, I am saddened to learn of your Dad's death, yet another of life's losses for you. There are many wonderful neighborhood memories of our young growing families. You were great friends to our kids, Scott and Kara, and I treasure the friendships with both of your caring Moms thru your milestone birthdays, graduations, weddings, and God's planting of each of you out of State with your own families to grow....what a joy to read the names of your 11 children 😊 and know of Heaven's many reunions! I will not be able to attend on Tuesday, but my heartfelt thoughts and prayers continue as you begin your grieving process of saying, "Good-Bye and we'll see you later!" because God's Presence, Peace, and Promises are ever faithful and true! Hugs, Gail

- Gail Storey

March 25, 2023 10:53am
We met Don 6 years ago, and were immediately struck by his kindness. His adoration for my mother-in-law was present from day one. We shared many family gatherings throughout that time, and was introduced to his "hereafter" goodies and treats. Always quick with a story, never thought we would learn so much about formulas and testing equipment! Don you will be missed here, however we know you are basking in the best "hereafter" there is, with your Lord and Savior. Rest easy sir, our paths will cross again

- Mark + Laura Maslonka




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