Ronnie E. Jones, 71, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Tuesday, March 10, 2026, in Rochelle, Illinois, following a courageous year-and-a-half battle with pancreatic cancer. Ronnie was born January 7, 1955, in Wilson, Arkansas, the son of Troy and Katherine (Anderson) Jones. He married Betty Newton September 15, 1973 in Rochelle, IL.

Ronnie loved his wife, children, and grandchildren with his whole heart. He was a true car enthusiast who enjoyed attending car shows and spending time in his shop with his friends and family. He also enjoyed motorcycles, riding whenever he could. He loved trips to the drag strip and enjoyed live music. The time he spent with those he loved most meant everything to him.

He is preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Jerry Jones and Ricky Jones; and one sister, Kathy Thorp.

Ronnie is survived by his wife, Betty Jones of Rochelle, Illinois; his children, Angie (Matt) Zilm of Davis Junction, Jeffrey (Tracy) Jones of Monroe Center, Illinois, Jonathan (Valerie) Jones of Oregon, Illinois; his brothers, Travis (Teresa) Jones of Stillman Valley, Illinois, Michael (Mary) Jones of Byron, Illinois; and his sister, Marilyn Flores of Elgin, Illinois. He is also survived by his 6 grandchildren, Ryder and Presley Zilm, Hailey and Chase Jones, and Caleb and Noah Jones.

Visitation will be held Saturday, March 14, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Unger-Horner Funeral Home in Rochelle, with a funeral service following the visitation at 12:00 noon at the funeral home, with Pastor Lance Mennen officiating. Burial will follow at Woodlawn Cemetery in Creston, IL. Memorials may be made to the family. Visit www.unger-horner.com for online guestbook.