Leroy Henry Jones Obituary (1921 - 2017)

LeRoy Henry Jones C/MSGT US Air Force Retired March 6, 1921 - June 27, 2017 LeRoy was born to John Henry and Elise Mae Jones in Pierre, South Dakota. He grew up on his parent's farm at Everly, Iowa. LeRoy rode his pony to the little country school house. He graduated from high school at Primghar, Iowa. He completed a course in air-plane mechanics at the Freye Air-plane company Omaha, Nebraska which guaranteed him a job in the Defense Industry in San Diego California. LeRoy began his military career by enlisting in the Army Air Corp. "Later US Air Force". During World War II he drew the most high profile assignments including cold weather testing at 60 below on the B-29 bomber in Alaska. His service in the US air force continued with his new assignment to Rhein Main Air Force Base, Germany. While he was there he met the "Love of His Life". LeRoy and Edeltraud were married on the 29 of May 1962 in Frankfurt, Germany. A baby boy joined the union. The little family got ready for the next Air Force home at Minot Airforce Base, North Dakota. A sign over the gate of the base states "Only the Best Come North". A long wished for baby girl was born at the VA hospital in Minot, North Dakota. The new tour of duty brought them to Alconbury, England. LeRoy's last assignment was at Hill Air Force Base, were he retired after 30 Years of active military duty. It was always a dream of his to go to college. He graduated for Weber State University with a Bachelor Degree in business/real estate. Putting his new education to practice he worked in real estate and property management for several years. He enjoyed road trips, driving the Alcan Alaska Highway twice, once picking up a hitch hiker at a truck stop. Being an astute fisherman he often join former Air Force buddies for salmon fishing in Washington State. He also fished in the lakes around Spirit Lake, Iowa, with his best buddy Jim. His biggest joy and entertainment was ballroom dancing. LeRoy and Edel danced for many seasons with the "Carl Erickson Big Band" at the Weber State ballroom. The last time was for his 90th birthday Celebration. Survived by his wife Edel, children: son Steven, daughter Vivian and Todd Comer. Granddaughter Lexie and Cliff Daniel. Great grandchildren Aubree and Caige. His Sister Ruth Bonsall and a niece Janet and John Whal. Thank you for the excellent home care by CNS. Thanks to Sally and her staff at Chancellor Gardens Clearfield for the attention and care of LeRoy. A Special thanks to Heritage Park A- hall Staff and especially Ashly and Brenda for the extra love and care. Thank you to Tifany and her CNA's of Brighton Hospice for the last care and comfort given to LeRoy. "WE LOVE AND MISS YOU PAPA" Funeral services will be held on Saturday, July 1, 2017, 11:00 am at Our Savior's Lutheran Church, 5560 South 2300 West, Roy, Utah. Interment at the Roy City cemetery. In Lieu of flowers Please make Donations to Disable American Veterans at www.DAV.org Services under the direction of Myers Roy Mortuary, 5865 South 1900 West, Roy, Utah 84076 Send condolences to the family at www.myers-mortuary.com ServiceOur Savior's Lutheran Church 5560 South 2300 West Roy, AL 84067 July 1, 2017 11:00 AM