Joseph H. Jones, born on March 7th, 1947, known affectionately to friends and family as "Joe" or "Mountain," passed away peacefully on October 10, 2024, surrounded by family. Born and raised in Oswego, NY, Joe was predeceased by his beloved parents, William John Jones and Mary Bontomase Jones of 125 E. 4th Street in Oswego, NY. He leaves a legacy of dedication, warmth, and a profound impact on those who knew him. A talented athlete, Joe was fondly remembered by his classmates at Oswego High School for his strength and spirited presence on the football field.

Joe pursued a lifelong commitment to education and personal growth after high school. He began with an AAS in Forestry from Paul Smith's College and a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, focusing on Marketing and Finance, from the University of West Virginia. He furthered his education with MBA studies at Syracuse University.

Joe's professional life was marked by accomplishments and leadership roles across several states. In his early career, he joined Niagara Mohawk Power Corporation (now part of National Grid) in Syracuse, NY, where he held various roles over 16 years. His experience took him to Dallas, TX, where he served in executive roles for prominent companies, including CDT Systems, Inc. and Walki Flex, Inc., a Finnish subsidiary. Later, he was an account executive with CPS Energy in San Antonio. Joe was respected in the energy and technology industries and admired for his strategic insight and for forming trusted relationships with his clients and colleagues.

In addition to his career, Joe served his country in the U.S. Army Reserve 354th Ordnance Company from 1968 to 1974, exemplifying his commitment to service and discipline. He was also a passionate runner, a dedicated traveler, and an enthusiastic fan of the Syracuse and West Virginia sports teams.

Joe's love for family enriched his life. He is survived by his sons, Dr. Brian (Dr. Traci) of Virginia and Kevin of Texas; beloved granddaughters Alyssa and Veronica; brother William (Kathryn) of Georgia; sister Rosemary (Fred) Kacprzynski of New Hampshire; several nieces and nephews; his former spouse, JoAnn Jones; and his cherished partner, Kay Sabo. Joe's legacy will live on in the memories of his loved ones and the colleagues and friends he inspired.

Joe will be dearly missed by those who knew him. He is remembered as a loving father, a friend, and a skilled professional. Family and close friends will celebrate his life privately.

Burial will be in St. Peter's Cemetery in Oswego, NY

Arrangements are in the care of the Dain-Cullinan Funeral Home, Oswego.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that trees be planted in his memory, which can be done through this funeral home website, or that contributions be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital at www.stjude.org.