Charles Edward Jones, of Del Rio, Texas passed away peacefully in his sleep on Saturday, October 7, 2017. Born in Helena, Arkansas on October 14, 1932, to Johnnie and Mattie (Creamer) Jones. He was known to everyone as Chuck. He was a talented artist and distinguished gentleman; he received his Bachelor's Degree from Lemoyne College and Bethany College specializing in Microbiology. After graduating from college, Chuck went on to join the military as a Technical Sergeant for the U.S. Air Force until his retirement in March 1972. He was a veteran of foreign wars. After retirement he continued to work in Civil Service as a Medical Laboratory Technician at Laughlin Air Force Base. With his many recognitions and awards, Chuck was appointed to Laughlin's Chief Equal Employment Opportunities Counselor and was an Emergency Medical Technician. He was an outdoor adventurer. He loved creating his beautiful oil paintings and was an avid model car collector. He also cherished his various pets and loved to travel all over the world. Chuck is preceded in death by his late wife, Antonet Nani Jones of Del Rio, Texas. He is survived by his daughter, Laura Sargent of Boston, Massachusetts and his two Sister In-Laws, Eva Bolanos and Norma Willard of Arizona. And numerous nieces and nephews. A private service will be held by family members on Tuesday, October 17, 2017. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to "A Pet's Wish" at PO Box 421551, Del Rio, Texas 78842. Chuck will be receiving full military honors for his service in the Air Force. He will be missed greatly by his family and friends.