Alton "Tink" Jones

Alton “Tink” Jones, 86, of Newport, passed away Friday, December 27­, 2019, at his home in Newport with his family by his side.

His graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, December 31, 2019, at Gethsemane Memorial Park, officiated by Rev. Billy Knox and Rev. Jack Mumford.

Alton honorably served his country in the United States Marine Corps during the Korean War. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge #706 for 50 years where he enjoyed the comradery of his fellow Masons. He was also a faithful member of Community Baptist Church. In his free time, he enjoyed the outdoors, especially hunting and gardening.

He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Eula Jones of the home; son, Alton Jones Jr. and wife Lisa of Newport; brother, Curtis Jones and wife Brenda of Morehead City; nephew, Curt Jones and wife Stephanie of Pikeville; and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Carrol and Pearl Jones; brother, J.C. Jones; and grandson, Logan Jones.

Flowers are welcome, or memorial donations may be sent to Carteret County Hospice at P.O. Drawer 1619, Morehead City, NC 28557.

Family and friends are welcome to submit online condolences at www.mundenfuneralhome.net

Arrangements by Munden Funeral Home and Crematory in Morehead City, NC.