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David Michael Jones

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Jul 28 1953
Jan 23 2016
62 Years
Coatesville, Pennsylvania

David Michael Jones, 62, of West Caln, passed away at his home on Saturday, January 23, 2016 in the evening, surrounded by his loved ones. He was the beloved husband of Kathryn Zorn Jones with whom he shared 35 years of marriage. Born in Camden, NJ, he was the son of the late William and Joyce Strohl Jones. 

Raised in Newark, DE, David was a resident of Ramsey, NJ for 32 years and had recently lived in West Caln for the past three and a half years. He was employed by Glatt Air Techniques from 1979 to 2007. In 2008, David founded OWI-Consulting Inc, working as a pharmaceutical consultant. During his career, he had the privilege to travel to over 70 countries.

David was a member of Pascack Bible Church in Hillsdale, NJ, where he served on the missions board and leadership team, and taught Sunday school for 22 years. More recently, he attended Upper Octorara Presbyterian Church of Parkesburg, PA.

He is survived, in addition to his wife, by four children; Sarah Jones Simmer and husband Colin of Austin, TX; Amanda Jones Norwood and husband Andrew of New York, NY; Emily Joyce Jones of Pittsburgh, PA; and Zachary D. Jones, student at Purdue University, Indiana; one granddaughter Josie Kathryn Simmer, and two siblings: Frederick W. Jones of Wilmington, DE and Judith Anne Gerstner of Rochester, NY. He was preceded in death by one sister, Christine Audrey Brown. 

Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, January 26, 2016 at 2pm at the Upper Octorara Presbyterian Church, 1121 Octorara Trail, Parkesburg, PA 19365 with visitation from 1 to 2pm. 

In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Upper Octorara Missions Fund, at the above address (uopc-epc.org) or the Pascack Bible Church Missions Fund, 181 Piermont Ave., Hillsdale, NJ 07642(pascackbible.org)

Arrangements have been entrusted to the Wilde Funeral Home of Parkesburg.  Online condolences can be posted at www.wildefuneralhome.com

Service Date: 
Jan 27 2016 - 1:59pm
Service Location: 
Upper Octorara Presbyterian Church

Condolences

Kate and family.....our prayers are with you for peace and comfort at this time.  May our wonderful Savior wrap His loving arms around you and hold you tight.  

Jeffrey and Barbara Thome

 

 

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I am very sorry for your loss. May your brothers love and Gods love support you through this transition.

John Fruits

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Your father was a kind, and intellectual might. He will be missed; my condolences.

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Dear Kate, Aunt Barb, and family,

We are so very sorry to hear of David's death. We pray that your many wonderful memories will warm you for a long time, and that The Holy Spirit, the great comforter, will comfort you all as only He can do. May the love of Jesus and the love of each other uphold you all..." How precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his saints" so I know David has had a glorious welcome home to heaven, completely set free from ALS' devastation... With love, Bob and Mary Holland

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Special- sometimes this word is overused- but it perfectly described Dave. He was one of those rare people that just lit up a room by being in it. Kind of like my father-in-law, Sam, did.  And I feel like I was just getting to know him- gone way too soon.

I never told Dave this, but I had hopes that maybe one day our son could shadow him while he was working. He was so brilliant, but had a way of making everyone feel comfortable right away- no pretension with Dave. He grabbed life and lived it to the fullest.

All our love to Kate & the family,

Kelly and Donald Cairns 

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When I think of Dave, it will always be with a smile on his face. If you measure a man's life not in years but the number of souls he touched, the kindnesses shared, and the friends who will forever smile when they think of him—you will have a life long in memory among family and friends, and a man complete with all a life is meant to accomplish. Years don't count—love does. We'll see you when we're complete, Dave.

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We were blessed that Mr. Jones was a part of our life as kids growing up in Ramsey and, most recently, when he was at our wedding -- wearing that big smile.  Simply can't say enough about how special Mr. Jones was.   He has left us with memories of his warmth and gentleness, as well as an example of how to live life: with passion, humility, and love.   

Amar & Robin Mehta 

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Amanda, Andrew & Family,

I'm so saddened to hear about your loss.  I spoke with your father during their visit to Hong Kong on your junk and could tell from the short conversation what a wonderful person he was, who loved his family very much.  

All of you will be in my thoughts and prayers.  

Love,

Lauren Petersen  

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Katie & Family,

Sorry for the loss. We will miss David a lot. He was a "GURU" and teacher for many of us in the industry. I learned a lot from him. He was my first choice for getting any phamaceutical technology related help. His talent can't be replaced that easily. Industry lost a "legend".

Our condolences to you and all of your family members.

- Raj Thota and Family.

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I have many beautiful memories of Dave from growing up as neighbors. I always admired his devotion to family and faith. He was a beautiful person through and through. All my love to the Jones family.  I am thinking of you all.  xo

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We are deeply sorry to hear about the death of Mr. David Jones. We worked with him 20 years ago and he provided us with a valuable technical guidance, which we are still truly thankful for. May his soul rest in peace. 

Susumu Natsuyama, President & CEO

Powrex Corporation

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Dave was an inspiration to all. He was full of light and lived each day to its fullest. He was kind and selfless, the type of man that inspires you to be a better person. My heart aches, but I know he is in a better place. Sending my love and prayers to his beautiful family. 

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Kate:

Our sincerest condolences to you and the family.  I did not know Dave for that long but really enjoyed talking with him about family, yard and baseball.  We admire his and all of your strength.

God Bless

Tom and Elyse Falk 

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Although I only met him once, he showed me a true example of what a family should be, it was time well spent...

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Dear Kate and family,

Andy and I were very saddened to hear of Dave's passing.  Please know how very sorry we are for your loss and that we are remembering you in our prayers.

We have some wonderful memories of Dave and all of you when we were neighbors in Ramsey so many years ago.  We hope that your memories will help to sustain you during this most difficult time.

Love and prayers,

Patty and Andy Jaz

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Dear Kathryn and Family,

I am honoured to say that, Dave was a good friend and colleague of mine during the times I had contact with him whilst working for Glatt AG, Pratteln Switzerland.  His deep knowledge, kindness and humbleness left a real impression on me!!

Even though I am 10 years his elder, I could always learn from him, not only Technically but in all areas of life he was a Text book example of a kind a gentleman!

I wouls usually come over to Ramsey for 2 weeks at a time, on Sundays I would visit him at the  never forget visiting him at the Pascack Bible church, on one occassion I crashed in on his Sunday School leasons and was delighted to see so many lovely Multi-Culti children all responding to his taeching!

He was for sure a Gentle Giant in many ways. I was honoured to accompany him on some Ground breaking Seminars with GSK in England. On this occassion the GSK Seminar Leader after being introduced to him before the presentation, asked Dave; "And which Uni. did you get your PhD from???"

Dave calmly and humbuly answered, I do not have a PhD!!!  Then I said quickly, He has something better than that, (meaning Jesus) which broke the ice immediatly!

Last time I spoke with Dave was at his home during his one year Sabat-year from GAT. He was an inspiration and wonderful motivator to so many people at the Glatt company world wide!!

Yes Dave, may your Souls and Spirit rest in peace amd my The Lord bless your lovely family which also met on the odd occassion weekends playing Ladies football!!!!

Sending you all our love from little old Switzerland.

Alan and Steffi Miller

PS: Sorry fort he delayed condolences, but I just heard this morning of the sad news.

 

 . Even though I am his elder (now72) I always could learn from him, not only Technically

 

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Hello Kate, I was shocked to hear of Dave's illness and now saddened to find that he is gone. Gone before I called. Gone before we met again. Gone too soon. I don't know what else to say accept that he shaped some of my life with his professional talent, selfless sharing of time, and personal friendship.  John and Misty Kennedy

 

 

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