Barry Owen Jones

Barry Owen Jones, a beloved father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away in Hull, Texas, on October 31, 2026, at the age of 68. He was born on December 30, 1957, in Weston, West Virginia.

Following in his father Virgil’s footsteps, Barry worked as a machinist, a trade he truly enjoyed. He spent much of his time in his shop, B.J.’s Machine & Welding, and if you were looking for him, that was usually where you could find him.

Barry was steadfast and outspoken firm in his ways and not easily persuaded. Otherwise he never hesitated to speak his mind and his teasing humor often come with a little bite.Beneath his stubbornness and tough exterior was a gentle soul who loved deeply his unmistakable personality will be missed by those who knew and loved him.

Barry was preceded in death by his parents, Virgil and Patricia Jones, and his longtime love, Ernesta Torres-Jones.

He is survived by his three children: Amber Hughes and her husband, Greg Hughes; Chasity Reynolds and her husband, Chase Reynolds; and Steven Jones; as well as his stepdaughter, Margarita DeLeon, and his sister, Renee Jones.

He also leaves behind his grandchildren: Matt Stewart and his wife, Stephanie; Cody Dishon; Brenna Smith; Liberty Hughes; Kayley Reynolds; Nathaniel Jones; Kimberly Reynolds; Cory Jones; Kason Jones; Kendall Jones; Kymbri Jones; and Braxton Jones. His memory will also live on through his great-grandchildren: Liam Stewart, Zaylee Stewart, Jordan Jones, and Clayton Dishon.

Barry is also survived by a host of family and loving friends.

A service honoring Barry’s life will be held at 11:00 am on Saturday, November 7, 2026, at First Baptist Church Hull, 7207 FM 834, Hull, Texas 77564.