Barry L. Jones, 74, died the morning of Apr. 8, 2020, suddenly after suffering a major heart attack at his home in Ellsworth, PA.

Barry was born on Jan. 22, 1946, in North Charleroi, PA, to Joseph Babe Jones and Helen Girdish Jones (both deceased).  Barry spent his youth growing up in Bentleyville, PA.  He later went on to receive his bachelor's and master's degrees in Education from California University of Pa.  Barry spent nearly 40 years of his life dedicated to the passion of teaching while working in the Trinity School District.  He was very proud of the time he spent in the classroom introducing his students to the classics and teaching over 1500 students how to play Chess.  He will likely be remembered as a stern but fair teacher whose primary concern was always the development of his students.

Barry is survived by his wife of 42 years, Carleen (Kurowsky) Jones.  They married Jun. 24, 1978.  As was his nature, Barry stepped in as Carleen's caretaker for the past few years after her illness and nursed her back to health.  Throughout this challenging time, he never left her side and was always there to address her every need.  Barry was a selfless, family man to the utmost.  For those lucky enough to know him, Barry will be remembered as an actual role model of a husband, father and overall family man.

He is also survived by his two proudest accomplishments: his son Jeffrey Jones (Katherine) and his daughter Rachel Jones.  His canine granddogs will also miss him, Anya and Domino.  Also, surviving are his elder brothers William Ronald Jones (Cindy) and Gerald Jones.  Also are his two-beloved sister-in-laws: Judy Kennedy and Joy Kurowsky (Dave). He also left behind nephews and nieces: Tom Jones (Kelly), Christy Puskarich, Michelle Carney (Ryan), Jane Lavazoli (Jeff), Robyn Fisher (Ray), Ronald Jones (Traci), Brad Kurowsky (Rhianna) and Matthew Kurowsky (Brittany) of Charleroi along with their children Aubrey, Elijah, and his special buddy Landon.

Barry never liked being the center of attention, and per his wishes, there will be no services.  The family asks that memorial donations be made directly to a teacher of one's choice to be used in their classrooms.  Barry wanted nothing more than a better future for his family, friends, and students, and these donations will help ensure that dream can become a reality.