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Mary Cheryl Dorwart
I'll always remember Philip with a smile. He loved talking to people, always seeking to learn more about them and their interests. I'm fortunate to have called him my friend. My condolences to his family. He will be missed by so many. Godspeed my friend. Say "hi" to Sam for me.
Janet Spies
I had the privilege of working with Philip at the Texas Comptroller's office for years. He was one of the nicest guys. Always respectful, kind and hard working. My sympathy to his family. May he rest in peace. 🙏🙏
Greg & Lisa Swarny
We were so sorry to hear of Phillip’s passing. Please accept our sincerest condolences. We will hold Su
Jack Campbell
Gordon Hart
Great guy and a good friend. Fun to be around particularly on a golf course. Best body surfer I ever saw. I will miss and wish the family well.
Marvin Campbell and wife Catherine
We send our deepest sympathies to Suzanne and the family during this time of mourning. Please know that God waits for Phillip with open arms. Love, Marvin and Catherine
Susan Resendiz
Gone From My Sight I am standing upon the seashore. A ship, at my side, spreads her white sails to the moving breeze and starts for the blue ocean. She is an object of beauty and strength. I stand and watch her until, at length, she hangs like a speck of white cloud just where the sea and sky come to mingle with each other. Then, someone at my side says, "There, she is gone" Gone where? Gone from my sight. That is all. She is just as large in mast, hull and spar as she was when she left my side. And, she is just as able to bear her load of living freight to her destined port. Her diminished size is in me -- not in her. And, just at the moment when someone says, "There, she is gone," there are other eyes watching her coming, and other voices ready to take up the glad shout, "Here she comes!" And that is dying... ~ Henry Van Dyke
Philip Wesley Jones
2025-11-30
Philip Wesley Jones, 69, of Fernandina Beach, went to be with the LORD on Sunday, November 30, 2025.
Philip was born January 4, 1956, in Marietta, Georgia, to Joseph Allen Jones and Ella Lucile Swearingen Jones. At the age of 4, Philip and his family moved to Fernandina Beach, FL. Philip graduated from Fernandina Beach High School in 1974, holding the title as President of his class. Philip was not only an avid sports enthusiast – he was an avid sports “participator”. He played football, baseball, basketball, swim team, track – and his one true lifelong passion – golf. Philip was also a member of the High School Concert Choir and Madrigals. Not to mention that he was the Tri-Hi-Y Dreamboat.
After graduating from FBHS, Philip attended Berry College in Rome, Georgia on a baseball scholarship. He also attended Florida Jr. College at Jacksonville, Florida and the University of Texas, in Austin, Texas. (Hook ‘em). Philip was also a devoted fan and follower of the Florida Gators.
Philip moved to Austin, Texas where he worked for the State of Texas Comptroller. He held executive level positions to include Tax Division Manager, Director of Infrastructure Operations, Interim Agency Information Technology Director, Business Relationship Liaison between IT and business divisions as well as numerous upper management positions. Upon Philip’s retirement and after living in Austin for 40 years, he returned to his beloved hometown of Fernandina Beach. While living in Texas, Philip developed a love of music (especially country), Longhorns football and basketball, and the flavor of Texas food.
Philip never met a stranger. He loved people and enjoyed friendly conversations. He has a vast number of friends from every season in his life, and maintained sincere relationships with them. He also loved playing golf with his golf buddies.
Two years after returning to Fernandina Beach Philip met the love of his life, Suzanne Bass - his “sweetheart”. They were married on January 1, 2020 and enjoyed a great and blessed life together.
Philip was an active member of the First Baptist Church and attended Dennis Surber’s Sunday School Class. He grew in his faith and was always seeking ways to serve Jesus Christ. Philip became involved with the Kairos Prison Ministry, which he loved, as well as Community Bible Study.
Philip is preceded in death by his parents and his mother-in-law, Melba Haddock Shiver. He leaves behind his wife, Suzanne; his brothers Allan (Marian) and Mike (Eileen); a sister-in-law, Lavoyne Foster (Ronnie); stepchildren Josh Ryals (Rachael), Laura Brooke Walker (Larry), and Jack “Trey” Bass III (Katelyn); 5 grandchildren; 1 great-grandson; and several nieces and nephews. Philip also leaves behind Levi, his devoted Catahoula Leopard dog.
The family will receive friends on Friday, December 5, at 10:00 a.m. at First Baptist Church. The funeral service to follow at 11:00, with Dr. Zach Terry and Pastor Shad Goltz officiating. Interment will follow at Bosque Bello Cemetery. Pall Bearers will be Mark Haddock, Greg Haddock, John Lang, Larry Walker, Ryan Foster and Jonathan Foster.
Honorary pall bearers will be the Kairos Prison Ministry.In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the First Baptist Church.
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