James David Jones Iii

James David Jones III, a longtime resident of Ponchatoula, La. passed away unexpectantly on August 7,2021 at the age of 57 while kayaking on Whitney Point Lake in New York. James is survived by his daughter, Jenice K. Jones of Hammond La.; his father, James “Jimmy” D. Jones Jr. (Shirley) of Tullahoma, Tn.; his brother, William “Bill” R. Jones of Lafayette La.; his stepbrother, Scott Campbell of Picayune Ms.; his stepsister, Chelsey Campbell Cuendet of Tullahoma, TN.; and his maternal grandfather, Royce S. Hansberry of Hattiesburg, MS.  He was proceeded in death by his mother, Jerry Faye Stockstill; his maternal grandmother, Jewel F. Hanberry; his paternal grandparents, James “J.D.” Jones and Clarise Jones.  

Born in New Orleans on April 18, 1964, James was known for his laughter and magnetic personality. He attended trade school where he excelled in mechanics and later became a skilled electrician.  His work brought him to many new cities where he never met a stranger and was fondly nicknamed “Crawfish” for his love of Southern food.  Many knew him for his unique cooking skills and the dish that gave him favor, Crawfish Etouffee.  James had a passion for adventure. He rode motorcycles all his life and travelled extensively on his Harley Davidson.  Whether it was navigating “super bikes” on a high-speed track, parasailing over mountains or enjoying the many lakes and river all around this great nation.  James was always searching for a new adventure. He loved America and was known to be a patriot. Also, James was skilled in the martial arts, acquiring the advanced level of black belt in Tae Kwon Do, and spoke of traveling to Japan to develop his skills and one day open a dojo. He always shared these dreams with his daughter, Jenice, who was his pride and joy.   James was well liked by his coworkers and upper management; he was known to be a man who could get the job done.  James loved his family, and though his work took him from Texas to Oklahoma, North Dakota to Pennsylvania, he always made it a priority to stay close to those he loved.  He will be missed by his family, friends and all who knew him.

Funeral services will be at Harry McKneely in Hammond, La. from 5 pm. to 7 pm. on Saturday, August 21, 2021.

An on-line guest book is available at www.harrymckneely.com.

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