Ralph Orvan Jones
Ralph Orvan Jones, of Kentucky, born on February 23, 1951, in Duck Run, Kentucky, passed away on October 22, 2023, at the age of 72.
Ralph was a remarkable man, a beacon of reliability in the lives of those fortunate enough to know him.
His thoughtful nature and talented hand as an electrician in the construction industry left an indelible impact on his community. “The only way to do great work is to love what you do,” Steve Jobs once said, and Ralph Jones was the embodiment of this sentiment, dedicating many years of his life to his craft before retiring.
Ralph is survived by his son, Joshua Jones (Alicia); his granddaughter, Jocelyn Jones; his grandson, Mason Jones; and his siblings, Darlene Watson, Leroy Jones (Mariah), Edna Walker (Edward), Georgia Rude (Larry), Nancy Morris (Donald), and Wanda Sue Lawson.
Ralph was a loyal brother, a steadfast father, and a loving grandfather. His life was a living example of the quote by Mark Twain, “The secret of success is making your vocation your vacation.” His dedication to his work was only surpassed by his dedication to his family.
Ralph was preceded in death by his parents, Emerson and Icie Jones; and his siblings, Opal Reynolds, Delphine Mailo, Daryl Jones, James Jones, William Jones, Adam Jones, and Morris Jones.
His life, though marked by loss, was also filled with love, laughter, and the steady hum of his electrician’s work.
Funeral service for Ralph was held on Saturday, October 28, at the Croley Funeral Home, located at 103 South 2nd Street, Williamsburg, Kentucky.
Ralph’s life was a testament to the power of hard work, family, and loyalty. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
We encourage all who knew Ralph to leave memories and upload photos to the memorial page. Each memory shared will serve as a comfort to his family and a testament to his remarkable life.
Croley Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.




