Stephen Bruce Jones

February 22, 1945 - August 17, 2022

Thomas McAfee Funeral Homes, Downtown

639 North Main Steet

Greenville, SC 29601

Saturday 8/27, 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

A reception will follow at 3:00 p.m.

Stephen (Steve) Bruce Jones, 77, of Seneca, SC, and Sapphire, NC, passed away on August 17, 2022, at Rainey Hospice House. Steve was born to the late Virginia Sheeks Musser and Oscar Bruce Jones in Manchester, NH, on February 22, 1945. He grew up in Greenville, SC, where he was a 1963 graduate of Greenville High School. He went on to attend Wofford College, where he was a member of the golf team and Delta Sigma Phi fraternity. Steve enlisted in the Navy where he was a submariner on the USS Clamagore, which is now docked beside the USS Yorktown in Charleston, SC. Steve then graduated from the University of North Georgia in Gainesville, GA. His entire career was in merchandising management, most notably being with Tom’s Foods and Moore’s Foods.

Steve loved playing and watching golf. He was a very patriotic person, and was proud of his service in the U.S. Navy. He loved ancestry, finding a good dirt road to drive on, his cats, and all animals. He wore his heart on his sleeve and could fix anything after analyzing it for two to three weeks. His handwriting was atrocious, but his heart was big. Steve never met a stranger.

He is survived by his companion of 11 years, Ellen L. Swann of Seneca, SC and Sapphire, NC; two daughters, Melissa Jones Thomas of Greenville, SC, and Stephanie Ross of California; two brothers, David Jones (Debra) of Atlanta, GA, and Gary Jones of Bend, OR. He dearly loved his nieces and nephew, Patricia Mitchell (Tyler) of Brunswick, GA, Kathryn Fonda (Clark) of Washington, D.C., Grier Meassick (Steven) of Charleston, SC, and David Jones of Charlotte, NC. He is also survived by Lindsay Badger of Sydney, Australia and Kate Little (Barrett) of Charleston, SC, whom he considered his stepdaughters; former sisters-in-law Lauretta Jones of St. Simons Island, GA, and Saralee Mollo (Mike) of Hendersonville, NC.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his beloved brother, Ray Jones of Waverly, GA.

A memorial service will be held at Thomas McAfee Funeral Homes, Downtown, at 639 N. Main St, Greenville, SC on Saturday, August 27, 2022, at 2:00 p.m. with a reception to follow.

In lieu of flowers, please consider donating in Steve’s name to Rainey Hospice House at 1835 Rogers Rd, Anderson, SC, or the Gary Sinise Foundation for Veterans at www.garysinisefoundation.org.

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Thomas McAfee Funeral Homes, Downtown

639 North Main Steet

Greenville, SC 29601

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Saturday 8/27, 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

A reception will follow at 3:00 p.m.

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Lively, will miss being with you both in the mountains. We will miss Steve’s giggle and wit. Praying that God will wrap you in His Angels’ wings and hold you tight as you go through this tremendous loss. ❤️

Steve and I were friends throughout Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts, grades 4-6 at Stone School, YMCA basketball, Greenville Jr. High School, and Greenville Sr. High School. We rode bicycles together in grammar school, played golf together throughout Jr. High and Sr. High, hunted together as adolescents, and enjoyed playing bridge with others. I am thankful to have had Steve as a good friend throughout those formative years. My condolences go especially to his brothers, Gary and "Davey" (as we knew him in those days), as well as the many who enjoyed Steve's friendship. Tracy Duggan

Praying you'll feel Gods tender, loving care as your heart finds healing and peace. We love you, your sister Sturdies, Claudia, Jane, June, and Darby

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Dear sweet Ellen, I’m so sorry for your loss of your precious Steve. My heart goes out to you and the family. You are in my prayers. Love you 😍

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Dear Ellen, We are so sorry to hear about Steven’s passing. While reading all of his accomplishments and all the positive things about him, our neighborhood sure lost a special man. Please know that you and all of his family are in our prayers. Harry and Judy Stancil

Our hearts are broken for you; Steve was one in a million. We’ll all miss him and will be grieving along with you. Treasure the many happy memories, the trips, the laughter, and the way he cared for you. You really were the love of his life. We’re here for whatever you need. Love, John & Jill

My heart is heavy for you, Ellen. Your loss is great because Steve was a great man, companion, friend and partner. It was always a joy to have a conversation with Steve because he was interesting, well-versed on many things and had a great sense of humor. I’m so glad you found each other and had the time and experiences you had together. Rest easy, Steve.

Dear Melissa, Our hearts go out to you during this difficult time. May the Dear Lord and all the angels and saints welcome your Dad into paradise. He will always be in your heart. Much love and hugs!

I met Steve later in his life through Ellen. Good times with him followed with Ellen, most memorably were: Sapphire, The Spot on the Alley and Deep South Defense. Steve was always very gracious and patient with me wherever we met, for which I will always be grateful, and especially while he instructed on the best way to handle his beloved firearms.

The sadness and loneliness you must be feeling is unfair and deep, but let your friends and family help you with this burden. And remember, if you don't know the answer, try "Justin Timberlake"! Hugs Ellen!

Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.