Mr. Merritt Oyzell Jones of Red Oak, Virginia died Thursday, June 6, 2013 at Halifax Regional Hospital. He was born in Roxboro, North Carolina August 26, 1932 and was 80 years of age. He was preceded in death by his parents James Henry Jones and Emily Clements Wilkerson Jones and was married to Frances Tharpe Jones, who survives. Mr. Jones was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. Mr. Merritt Oyzell Jones is survived by: His Wife Frances Tharpe Jones of Red Oak One Son Rev. Curtis Jones of Victoria, VA **Preceded in death by One daughter, Janet Jones Two brothers, one sister and his parents A Graveside Service for Mr. Merritt Oyzell Jones will be held Sunday, June 9, 2013 at 2:00 P. M. at Bethel Baptist Church Cemetery in Chase City, VA with the Rev. Curtis Jones officiating. Those wishing to give memorials are asked to please consider Bethel Baptist Church, c/o Marilyn W. McCluster, Hwy 92, Chase City, VA 23924 Online condolences may be directed to www.powellfunerals.com Arrangements are by Powell Funeral Home 1603 Wilborn Avenue, South Boston, Virginia