Samuel Wayne Jones

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Among the accomplishments he treasured most were his family and the home and property he took pride in building and caring for.

Samuel Wayne Jones, of Stovall, North Carolina passed away on October 12, 2026, in Durham County, North Carolina, after a recent diagnosis of cancer. He was born on June 23, 1961, in Granville County, North Carolina.

Sam will be remembered as a kind man who was firm but loving, and disciplined in the way he lived and cared for those around him. He gave many years of dedicated work throughout his life, including 25 years with Burlington Industries and 21 years with the Department of Transportation. Outside of work, he found great enjoyment in antique cars, enjoyed cruise ins, car shows, and Sunday afternoon drive; a passion that reflected his patience, skill, and appreciation for bringing things back to life. Among the accomplishments he treasured most were his family and the home and property he took pride in building and caring for.

His memory will be cherished by his daughter, Jennifer “Jenny” Luffman, and his son-in-law, Stephen Luffman. He also leaves behind his beloved grandchildren, Jasper, Amelia and Olivia Luffman, and Kyle Abbott. Sammy is also survived by his brothers, Howard Jones and his wife, Delores, and Jesse Jones, nieces and a nephew and extended family too numerous to name.

Sam will also be deeply missed by dear friends who were an important part of his life: Deborah Adcock, his girlfriend; her sons, David Adcock and his wife, Shannon; Jonathan Adcock and his wife, Rebecca; Kevin Adcock and his wife, Brittany; and James Adcock and his wife, Brittany. Harper, Liam, Landon, and Luke Adcock also held a special place in the circle of people who loved him. Sammy’s companionship and affection extended to Willie, Judy, and T-Rex, his German Shepherds, who were part of the life and home he loved so much.

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Outside of work, he found great enjoyment in antique cars, enjoyed cruise ins, car shows, and Sunday afternoon drive; a passion that reflected his patience, skill, and appreciation for bringing things back to life.

He was preceded in death by his father, William Harvey Jones and his mother, Mary Lee Wilkerson Jones; his wife, Beverly Anthony Jones; his daughter, Sherry Jones Abbott; and his brother, Edward Jones.

Family and friends are invited to gather for visitation on October 15, 2026, from 1:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. at Gentry-Newell & Vaughn Funeral Home, 503 College St, Oxford, NC 27565. A funeral service will follow at 2:00 p.m. at the funeral home chapel. Burial will take place afterward at 3:15 p.m. at Royster Cemetery, located on Herbert Faucette Road, Bullock, NC 27507.

Samuel “Sam” Wayne Jones leaves behind a legacy of hard work, devotion to family, strength of character, and quiet care for the place and people he loved. He will be dearly missed and lovingly remembered.

Gentry-Newell and Vaughan is caring for the Jones family with honor. Online memorials may be left at: www.gnvfuneralhome.com