Joseph “Joe” Brooke Jones (June 14th, 1955 – July 18th, 2026)

Joseph (Joe) Brooke Jones, 71, of Aliceville, Alabama, passed away on July 18, 2026, at his residence, leaving behind a legacy cherished by his family and community.

Born on June 14, 1955, at South Pickens Hospital in Aliceville, Alabama, he lived a full and meaningful life. A memorial service will be held on Thursday, July 23, 2026, at Magnolia Chapel South at 4:00 p.m. Visitation will be held Thursday at the funeral home from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.

Joe was preceded in death by his parents, J.T. Jones and Betty Brooke Jones; his father-in-law, Harry Glenn; his mother-in-law, Barbara Glenn; and his sister-in-law, Marsha Glenn.

He is survived by his loving wife of 50 years, Susan Glenn Jones; his daughter, Danah Jones Minges; his son, Jack Jones (Ginger); and his beloved grandchildren Gabe, Max, Jase and Nathan. He is also lovingly remembered by his sisters Jan Blakney (Tommy) and Jil Daniel (Stacy Livingston); brothers-in-law Franklin Glenn (Tina) and Alan Glenn (Sharon); and his nieces and nephews Brooke Blakney Clark (Kip), Betsy Blakney, Wendy Glenn Poff (Ricky), Will Glenn (Tiffani), Austin Glenn (Hannah), Abby Glenn (Andrew Acker), John Daniel (Hannah) and Alex Thomas (Mike), and numerous great-nieces and great-nephews.

Honorary pallbearers: The family wishes to honor those who have stood by Joe and his loved ones, including Ted and Paula Sisty, Johnny Price, Jack Pratt, the Pickens Academy Class of 1973, the staff of Magnolia Chapel Funeral Home, Central Church of Christ, and his near and dear friends and neighbors on Stirling Circle and the community of Aliceville.

Joseph Jones — known to most as "Joe," and affectionately as "Joey" to his cherished grandchildren — lived a life defined by hard work, compassion, and a passion for helping others. As the child of a military family, Joe spent his early years moving frequently, including a memorable journey by ship in the fall of 1959 to live in Germany at age four, where he started school and learned to speak German. Despite his travels as an "Army brat," Aliceville always remained his true home.

Growing up alongside his two sisters, Jan and Jil, Joe was known for being witty and sharp-minded; he was often a step ahead of his teachers, which didn't always go over so well. He was also known for having a fun-loving side, often getting into a little bit of trouble from time to time with his buddies. He was a deeply hard-working man who began his work life at just 13, running a paper route to save up for his first motorcycle. He took pride in his professional growth, transitioning from jobs at local service stations and mini-marts to finding his true calling in nursing.

He began his nursing career in 1975, marrying his beloved Susan in 1976. The couple welcomed their first child, Danah, in 1979, and their second child, Jackson — known as Jack — in 1983. Joe worked at the Aliceville nursing home before he and Susan moved to Selma, Alabama, where he continued his education to become a registered nurse. He earned his RN degree in 1978 and returned to Aliceville to work at South Pickens Hospital, where he not only helped birth the first baby of his career but also served as OR supervisor and Director of Nurses.

Joe's love for life extended far beyond his career. He had a deep passion for cars and cherished the many good times he spent taking his family out on the boat on the river. He was a man of immense intellect; if you called him with a question, you could be sure he would have an answer, or he would diligently figure it out for you. He was always willing to help at any time, and he kept a meticulous, detailed diary of his day-to-day accounts.

In his later years, Joe transitioned into home health, where he spent a decade acting as a trusted friend and confidant to his patients. He was a devoted family man who loved Jeff Gordon so much that he famously let his family help him transform his '65 Nova into a tribute to Jeff Gordon's race car. His nephew Will drew out the design, and his niece Wendy, daughter Danah, and son Jack all joined in to paint it. Eventually, Joe discovered he had a natural knack and a keen eye for detail in construction, leading him to a successful career change.

After he stepped away from his construction work, Joe became a family man more than ever. He loved spending time with his grandchildren, who were truly the light of his life. Whether he was acting as a medical professional, a contractor, a friend, or a grandfather, Joe approached every "hat" he wore with meticulous care and genuine passion. He was a man who truly loved his family, his friends, his clients, and his patients, leaving behind a legacy of dedication that will be remembered by all who knew him.