Obituary: Ronald A. Jones

Ronald A. Jones, 64 of North Barrington, passed away September 5, 2013 while traveling in Iceland. 

He was born August 18, 1949, in Galveston, Texas.

Ron was a loving husband to Cindy and father of three boys. Known by his six grandchildren as “Dude”, the time he spent doting on them was filled with laughter and joy.

Ron started at Hewitt Associates in 1977. He was a company partner from 1983 until retirement in 2003, managing Hewitt’s investment consulting practice in Lincolnshire.

Following retirement at age 53, Ron dedicated his time and energy to helping others. He served as a trusted advisor to charities, institutions and friends who sought his expertise and guidance, and was an advocate for social justice and underserved communities. Ron was known for his strong work ethic and a deep and abiding faith in God.

Ron and Cindy found tropical paradise in Sanibel, Florida and split their time between homes there and Barrington, IL. An avid world traveler, Ron was always looking for new places to explore. The recent trip to Iceland brought the total number of countries visited to thirty-five. He was also a tennis enthusiast, ready to take on any willing opponent.

Ron’s integrity, common sense and quiet leadership will be greatly missed by his family and all who knew him both personally and professionally.

Ron is survived by his wife of 45 years Cindy (nee Brown), sons Eric (Carrie), Ryan, and Mark (Kristy) Jones, grandchildren: Anabel, Keaton, Cameron, Timothy, Matthew, and Karley, sister, Marilyn Jones, nephew, Scott Jones, and nieces; Hannah Jones, and Leshia (Kevin) Crotty, and their son Elliott. Ron was preceded in death by his parents, Norvell and Virginia (Horton) Jones.

Visitation will be from 3 to 9 p.m. Thursday, September 12 at Davenport Family Funeral Home, 149 W. Main Street in Barrington. A funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. Friday, September 13 at Village Church of Barrington, 1600 E. Main Street in Barrington, where there will be visitation for one hour prior to the service.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Ron’s name may be made to Breakthrough Urban Ministries, www.breakthrough.org, or Charles Becker Ministry c/o Village Church of Barrington, Bristol Ministries.

Condolences may be sent to www.davenportfamily.com. Call 847-381-3411 for information.