Obituary of Darren Jones

Darren Jones, 49 of Englewood, died Wednesday, July 1, 2009 at Englewood Community Hospital. He was born on January 31, 1960 in Kewanee, IL. Darren moved to Englewood 7 years ago after retiring from the BF Goodrich Co. after 23 years of service as a chemical operator. He was a sports enthusiast with a major interest in baseball and football. Survivors include his parents; Richard and Joyce Jones of Englewood: two brothers; Greg A. (Michelle) Jones of Bradenton and Jeremy Jones of Tallahassee. He is also survived by his sister in law; Amy Jones of North Port: 1 aunt and 3 uncles; Betty, Ralph, Eugene and James: 6 nieces and nephews; Joshua, Cheyenne, Christopher, Dillon, Juston and Jakob and 2 great nieces and 1 great nephew; Haleigh, Nolan and Jordyn. The family will receive friends at their home on Tuesday, July 7 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM.