Dwight Jones

Dwight Franklin Jones, 86, passed away on Saturday, August 1, 2026 at his home surrounded by his family.

Dwight was a native of Chatham County. He was a member of Beulah Baptist Church and a believer of the Lord Jesus Christ. He served as a Deacon and Trustee.

Dwight owned and operated Dwight Jones Grocery & Gas. After retirement, he worked at Routh’s Grocery in Bennett. He also enjoyed selling produce. He was a kind, merciful man who enjoyed talking and picking with people.

Dwight helped start the Bennett Fire Department and was a charter member. He served for 30 years.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Clina and Leona Phillips Jones; a sister, Geneva Saunders and brothers, Wayne Jones, Ray Jones, Howard Jones and Gary Jones.

He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Ruby Garner Jones; daughters, Abigail Jones Beard, Anita Jones Thomas and Jan Jones White and husband, Brad; grandchildren, Clay White, Nolan White (Abbie), Chase Beard, Brianna Beard, Kayley Thomas, Macy Thomas and Lydia Thomas (Justin).

The body will lie in repose from 1:00-5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, August 4, 2026 at Joyce-Brady Chapel. The funeral will be at 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday, August 5, 2026 at Beulah Baptist Church. The family will receive friends in the fellowship hall following the service.

The family would like to express a special thanks to Liberty Home and Care Hospice. Tri-County Ruritan Club, Chatham County Council on Aging Services, volunteers, friends and neighbors.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Beulah Baptist Church Cemetery Fund, 8454 Howard Mill Rd., Bennett, NC 27208.

Condolences may be offered online at www.joycebradychapel.com