Family will receive friends Saturday March 22, 2025 at 12:00 p.m. until time of service at 1:00 p.m. at Greater Bethlehem Temple Church, 1725 E. Main Street. Columbus, OH 43205. 

Minister Richard V. Jones, age 67, of Columbus, Ohio passed away peacefully on 5 March 2025 surrounded by loved ones.

Richard was born on April 9th, 1957 in Columbus, Ohio to Walter and Mary Jones. He was a devoted Husband, Grandfather, Great-Grandfather and Friend, known for his faith, sense of humor, caring heart, exemplary guitar play, and his love for fishing.

Above all, Richard cherished his family, faith, and passions. He was an inspiration to all who knew him, leaving behind a legacy of love, kindness, wisdom.

Richard is survived by:

Wife: Maud E. Jones

Siblings: Danny (Gene) Jones, David (Annie) Norman, Cynthia Alexander, Veronica Chenault

Children: Shanina Jones, Richard Jones, Tiffany (Anthony) Turner, Tyrone Jones. Desmond (Nicole) Saunders, Desarene Saunders, Jasmin Sanders, Lynne (Trent) Bruner, Mark Johnson, Jorenna Johnson, Sonciere Johnson

Host of Grandchildren & Great-Grandchildren

Pastor Dan Johnson (Close friend)

A host of loving relatives and friends

He was preceded in death by: Father Bishop Walter Jones, Mother Mary Jones, Mother Ruth Jones, Brother Leon Norman and a host of other family members that have gone on. 

Family will receive friends Saturday March 22, 2025 at 12:00 p.m. until time of service at 1:00 p.m. at Greater Bethlehem Temple Church, 1725 E. Main Street. Columbus, OH 43205. 

The family deeply appreciates your prayers, love, and support during this difficult time