Michael John Jones

Michael John Jones, 53, of Massillon, Ohio, passed away November 3, 2026. He was born on September 5, 1973 in Sarasota, Florida to Michael and Jeannie Jones.

Michael was a 1992 graduate of Massillon Washington High School. He attended Stark State College, and then went on to work in his grandfather and father's business, HV Jones and Sons Cabinet Makers. After 30 years of employment, he began working for Crown Cork and Seal. Michael was an avid hunter, and enjoyed target shooting. He was a great musician, and loved playing Flamingo music on his guitar. He had a profound love for music, Johnny Cash, the Blues and Classic Rock were his favorites to listen to. He was a proud Jeep owner, and loved showing it off and going for long rides with his best friend and furry companion, Nico. Michael loved his family more than anything, and was so excited to welcome his granddaughter, Lucy, last year.

He is preceded in death by his grandparents, Jackie Lang and Michael and Catherine Karahuta.

Michael is survived by his loving daughter, Leslie (David) Valykeo; parents, Michael and Jeannie Jones; granddaughter, Lucy Valykeo; grandparents, Harry and Sue Jones; grandfather, Jim Lang; and many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.

Visitation will be held from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm, Saturday, November 14, 2026 at Paquelet & Arnold-Lynch Funeral Home with a memorial service beginning at 12:00pm.

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