Matthew William Jones Sr., 80, of Salina, Kan., passed away Saturday, December 31, 2022. He was born on December 21, 1942, in New Haven, Conn., to Matthew and Betsy (Kunza) Jones.

Survivors include his children, Maggy Ward, Matt Jones, James Jones, Doreen Jones, and Timothy Jones; eight grandchildren, including Elizabeth-Ali M. Shade, Cashé E. Arnold, and Garrett N. Ward; eight great-grandchildren; and sister, Betty Pergolotti.

He is preceded in death by his parents; mother of his children, Elizabeth Mary Doebeli; and sister, Anna Wideman.

A Celebration of Life service will be held at Cross Roads Church, 1125 W South St, Salina, KS. Check back to www.ryanmortuary.com for updates on date and time.

Memorials may be made to Salina VFW Post 1432, care of Ryan Mortuary, Salina.