Obituary

It is with profound regret that Ronald W Jones, a man of heartfelt conviction and courage, passed away peacefully with family present, on November 7th, 2026, at the age of 82.

On March 10th, 1944, Ron was born alongside twin brother Vince in Norwalk, California. He attended Excelsior High School, where he met his wife and life-partner-to-be, Susan Morgan. They married and gave birth to three children, and lived in California, Michigan, Louisiana, Turkey, Florida, and ultimately retired back in Louisiana, to be near grandchildren.

While most known publicly for his management of the Coca-Cola company in Louisiana, Ron’s 40 yr influence in the beverage industry spanned continents. He spent 14 years managing the Coca-Cola companies across Asia, while he and Sue lived in Istanbul, Turkey.

Ron was a unique visionary in business and community development in the New Orleans area, continuously contributing his free time to lead charitable fundraising efforts. An ongoing philanthropist of his time, he was active in reviving the arts in New Orleans, through his renovation management of the Orpheum Theater, home to the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra. His fundraising was instrumental in bringing the 1988 Republican National Convention to New Orleans and he is also credited with initializing fundraising to build the famous New Orleans Aquarium of the Americas, through his efforts to improve the community.

He had a tireless commitment to his family, and a humble duty to improve the lives of others when the opportunity arose. As devout Catholics, he and Sue were active in the church, and remained so throughout their 60 yr marriage. Ron’s spirit and influence will endure generations of friends and family.

He is reunited in heaven with his parents, Vince and Irma, and his twin brother, Vince, who surely welcomed him into their arms, with the warmth of Jesus Christ alongside.

Ron is survived by his wife Susan, and their 3 children, Adrienne, Glenn, and David. He also leaves behind his younger brother, Donald, and 4 grandchildren: Jenner, Nathan, Kaenon, and Lex.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral services at E.J. Fielding Funeral Home, 2260 W 21st Avenue, Covington, LA 70433 on Friday, November 13th, 2026, at 1:00 PM with visitation beginning at 12:00 PM until service time. Transport and burial will then take place at Saint Joseph’s Abbey following the service.