Mr. Burnell Gray Jones of Halifax, VA passed away August 21, 2016. He was born in Charlotte County, VA on January 15, 1924 and was 92 years old. He was the son of the late Howard B. Jones and the late Lizzie Hudson Jones. He was also married to the late Christine Sirmons Jones. He was a member of Public Fork Christian Church. He was also a World War II Army veteran who was a Purple Heart recipient. Mr. Burnell Gray Jones is survived by: A number of Cousins ***Preceded in death by*** His Wife Christine Sirmons Jones His Parents Howard B. and Lizzie Hudson Jones One Brother Edward H. “Punk” Jones One Sister Erma Jones Wagstaff The family will receive friends Thursday, August 25, 2016 7:00 until 8:00 P.M. at Powell Funeral Home. Private burial will take place at Alamance Memorial Park in Burlington, NC. For memorials please consider a charity of your choice. Online condolences may be directed to www.powellfuneralinc.com. Arrangements are by: Powell Funeral Home, 1603 Wilborn Ave., South Boston, VA 24592.