Lyle D. Jones

Lyle D. Jones, 81, of Wichita, KS, passed away on April 26, 2023, surrounded by family, after a short, valiant battle with cancer. Lyle was born in Newton, KS, to Vernon and Rubena Jones. Lyle grew up on a farm, where he learned the virtues of work hard. After graduating from Burns High School in 1959, he attended Wichita Technical College that led to his 20 plus years as a TV repairman for Otasco. He then worked 30 plus years at IFR where he conducted electronic testing for flight equipment. In 1963, Lyle met the love of his life, Betty and went on to have two children, Steve and Becky. Anyone who knew him knew that he was the most loving and devoted father and husband. Lyle was kind, gentle, willing to help anyone, devoted and a man of strong faith. He enjoyed being involved with various church activities along side with his wife. They taught Sunday school, RA’s, GA’s, AWANA’s, Bible drills, sport teams and was a Deacon. Lyle was preceded in death by loving wife, Betty; Vernon Jones, father and Rubena Bishop, mother; three sisters, Lonnie Turner, Eilene Kaba and Melba Jones. He is survived by his son, Steve (Geri) Jones; daughter, Rebecca (Scott) Dugger; brother-in-law, Roy Rains. Lyle has three granddaughters, Brooke, Bre and Heidi, and four great-grandchildren. Services will be held at Olivet Baptist Church, at 3:00 on Sunday, April 30, 2023. There will be a viewing and visitation with the family prior to the funeral at Olivet Baptist Church at 2:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established with: Olivet Baptist Church for Children's Ministry Services, 3440 West 13th Street North, Wichita, KS 67203. Services in care of Downing & Lahey West Mortuary.