Eldon R. Jones, 75, of Independence, MO died July 22, 2012. A visitation will be held from 1-2:00 p.m. followed by a 2:00 p.m. celebration of life on Friday, July 27, at the Speaks Suburban Chapel. Burial at Floral Hills Cemetery. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to Show-Me Christian Youth Home, La Monte, MO or Westridge Christian Church, Raytown, MO. He is survived by his wife, Lenora Jones; daughter, Lisa Macklin (Daren); son, Kelly Jones (Anita); and two grandchildren, Duncan and Blair Macklin.