Douglas Jones

Douglas “Doug” Wayne Jones, 66, of Bassett, Virginia passed away Wednesday, May 4, 2022 at his residence. He was born September 4, 1955, in Botetourt County, Virginia, to the late Marcus Preston and Margaret Alice Dunbar Jones.

Doug was a dedicated employee of Yellow Cab for more than thirty years. He enjoyed NASCAR, his favorite drivers being Dale Earnhardt, Kyle Bush, and Dale Jarrett. He enjoyed spending his time at the Franklin County Speedway, at flea markets and auctions. He also was an old timer CB radio guy known as Rubber Duck. Doug loved his grandchildren. Doug had three very special four-legged babies that he treated like his kids.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his son, Matthew Cundiff; brothers, Daniel Jones (Maxine), Richard Jones, and Jerry Jones; sisters, Margaret Jones Puckett, Virginia “Jenny” Firebaugh (Rufus), and Brenda Gayle Jones.

He is survived by his wife, Terry Cundiff Jones; daughter, Jeanette Martin (Jon), sons, Tim Cundiff (Tracy), Austin Lawson, and Bobby Cundiff (Paula); brother-in-law, Johnny Puckett; sisters-in-law, Barbara Jones, and Doris Jones; grandchildren, Julia Martin Burnopp (Tyler), Jay “J.D.” Martin (Madison), Johnathon Martin, and Jacob Martin, Gregory Cundiff, and Ryan Cundiff. Arriving soon a great grandson Oliver Wayne Martin. Numerous nieces and nephews; great nieces and nephews; special like second daughter, Melissa Spears (Keith).

A Memorial service will be held at a later date.

Wright Funeral Service and Crematory is serving the family. Online condolences may be made at www.wrightfuneralservices.net.