Billy “Bill” Joe Jones, age 76 of Deer Lodge passed away on June 27, 2026, at his home surrounded by family and close friends.

Bill was born on January 23, 1950, and raised in Deer Lodge to Lois and Leamon Jones. After graduating from Sunbright High School he was drafted by the U.S. Army and served 2 years in Vietnam. He came home to Deer Lodge where he retired from TDOT with 43 years.

He was a loving devoted husband for 53 years. He was the center of his daughter’s world and loved his 3 grandchildren more than anything. He was loved by many will be greatly missed.

Bill is preceded in death by his father Leamon Jones; mother Lois Hawn Jones; brothers Freddie, Ronnie and Doug Jones; sister Sandra Jones Lavender.

He leaves behind wife of 53 years Flonnie Jones; daughter Kimberly (Josh) Brown; grandson and partner Eli Sills (fiancé Kaitlynn);  granddaughter Allie Jo (his tiny) and grandson Jake (his happy) and a host of family and close friends.

The family will honor his wishes by having a graveside service, with military honors by American Legion Post #149, in the Mt. Hope Cemetery in Deer Lodge, Thursday, July 2, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. with Bro. Charles Webb officiating.

Schubert Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Billy Joe Jones.