AL HR89

Alabama House of Representatives mourns the death of Mr. William Raymond "B.B." Jones of Gadsden, who died on January 29, 2012, at age 53.

Mr. Jones was a member of the Gadsden Masonic Lodge 236 and worked as a truck driver for more than 20 years with Ross Neely Trucking Company.

Survivors include his wife Lorri Jones, five children (Kayla, Billy, Michelle, Stephanie, and Joani), several grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and chosen family members.

The resolution honors Mr. Jones as a valued community member known by the nickname "Ridge Runner" and extends heartfelt sympathy to his grieving family.