Sheila J. Jones, 84, of Eldridge, Iowa, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 10, 2026, at Ridgecrest Village in Davenport, following an extended illness.

     Private family graveside services will be held at Davenport Memorial Park. A celebration of life will be announced at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Sheila’s memory to Grace Lutheran Church of Davenport or to the Alzheimer’s Association. Chambers Funeral Home of Eldridge is assisting the family with arrangements.

     Born in Davenport on September 28, 1941, Sheila was the daughter of Richard and Evelyn (Foster) Dawes. She graduated from Davenport High School with the Class of 1960.

     On June 30, 1962, she married the love of her life, Harold “Bud” Jones, in Davenport. Together they shared nearly 64 wonderful years filled with laughter, adventure, and treasured memories. Whether traveling together, attending club activities, or simply enjoying time with family, Sheila and Bud built a life centered on love and companionship. They were longtime members of the Izaac Walton League and the Mid-West Corvette Club.

     Before retiring, Sheila worked as a Hearing Reporter through contract work with Social Security where she was respected for her professionalism and dedication.

     Faith and service were at the heart of Sheila’s life. As a devoted member of Grace Lutheran Church, she generously gave of her time and talents, especially through quilting projects that provided comfort to those in need. She was always willing to lend a helping hand wherever it was needed within the church community. Sheila also found great joy in sharing her creativity in teaching jewelry-making classes at CASI for many years.

     Sheila had a gift for making people feel welcome and cared for. Her gentle nature, warm smile, and thoughtful spirit touched many lives and will be deeply missed by all who knew her.

     Those left to cherish her memory include her husband, Bud; her daughter, Julie M. (Tony) Swisher of Davenport; her son, Jeffrey W. Jones (Angie Fields) of Davenport; her grandchildren, Joshua (Meghan) Kyle, Ryan Jones, Hannah Jones, Michele (Cody) Schoop, and Rachel (Nate) Broghammer; her great-grandchildren, Owen, Quinn, Jaxon, and Lorelai; her sisters, Janie Griebel and Deborah Starita, both of Las Vegas, Nevada; along with many dear friends.

     She was preceded in death by her sisters, Terri Dawes and Marcy Dawes.

     Online condolences may be shared with the family by visiting www.McGinnis-Chambers.com.