Michael Wayne Jones

Michael Wayne Jones passed away on March 5, 2026, in Phenix City, Alabama. He was a beloved husband, father, stepfather, brother, and grandfather whose presence will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.

Michael is survived by his wife, Misty Elkins; his stepbrother, Edgar Evans; and his stepsister, Yolonda McCann. He leaves behind his children Stephen Jones, Natalee Jones, and Abigail Jones. He is also survived by his stepson David Kelley and wife Jessica, and their children David Kelley III and Malikai Kelley; his stepdaughter Desiray Kelley and husband Wesley Peaster, and their children Joshua Kelley, Jayden Jones, Jada Kelley, Jasper Peaster, and Jexlynn Peaster; his stepson Cory Kelley and wife Shannon Moore, and their children Nova Kelley and Vayda Kelley; and his stepdaughter Kayleah Elkins and husband James Chadwick, and their children Ezekiel Chapman and Lilith Chapman.

He is further survived by his stepson David White and wife Hollie, and their children Carley White, Karina White, Allison White, Scarlet White, and Alexis White; his stepdaughter Angeliena Lanham and husband Jacob, and their children Noah Robinson, Naomie Robinson, and Joseph Lanham; and his stepson Ryan Burke and wife Tiffany, and their children Tanner Burke, Trey Burke, Tori Burke, and Rayn Burke. Additional survivors include his uncle Todd Hudgens, uncle Kenny Hudgens, aunt Melinda McDaniel, cousins Linda Calloway, John Cook, Tandy Cook, Randy Rogers, Billy Rodgers, Patrishia Rodgers, David Ray, Keith Ray, and Kevin Ray, along with many extended family members and friends.

Michael was preceded in death by his mother, Felicia Hudgens; his father, William Jones; his grandfather, Bennie Hudgens; his grandmother, Agnes Hudgens; and his son, John Jones. He will be remembered as a simple, genuine man who found joy in the things he loved most. An avid Alabama Crimson Tide fan, he had a deep love for Chevys and Mountain Dew. Michael enjoyed working with his hands, whether under the hood of a car, painting, or building something from scratch. Even when he lacked the right tool or the funds to buy one, he always found a way. His resourcefulness, humor, and steady, caring nature made him someone people could always count on. He never hesitated to help others and was the kind of man who would give the shirt off his back without a second thought. His generosity, laughter, and unwavering heart will continue to live on in the memories of all who loved him.