Carl Bruce “Buzz” Jones

Carl Bruce “Buzz” Jones, a beloved son, father, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on July 3, 2025, at his residence in Hyden, Kentucky. He was 65 years old. Born on July 29, 1959, in Indianapolis, Indiana, Carl lived a life enriched with family, friendship, and cherished memories.

He is survived by his son, Nicholas Caldwell; daughters, Marie Reiff and Elizabeth Hoskins; and the mother of his children and best friend, Linda Gail Caldwell. Carl's family also includes his stepmother, Deana Jones; his brother, Charlie Jones; and sisters, Donna Gail Jones and Judy Carol Ferguson. He took great joy in being a grandfather to Donavon Reiff, Marissa Reiff, Hope Reiff, and Martha Johnson. Additionally, he held a special place in his heart for his nephew, Eugene Johnson, and his great niece, Carlie Couch.

Carl was preceded in death by his father, Duke Jones; mother, Wilma Jean Tankersley; grandmother, Mammie Lillie Jones; sister, Lynn Jones; and brother, Jimmy Ray Johnson. Each of these individuals played a significant role in shaping his life and will be remembered fondly.

Throughout his life, Carl's warm spirit and caring nature left a lasting impact on everyone who had the privilege of knowing him. He will be deeply missed by all who loved him.

Funeral: Thursday, July 10, 2025 at 2:00 P.M. at the Dwayne Walker Funeral Home, Hyden, KY.

Minister: Donnie Melton

Interment: Caldwell Family Cemetery, (Flackey Road) Hyden, KY.

Pallbearers: Mike Pruitt, Donnie "Bob" Roberts, Riley Roberts, Josh Smallwood, Zack Dixon, Donavon Reiff, Nick Caldwell, Joe Parker, Dustin Cornett, A.J. Jones, Gary Miniard, Eugene Johnson and James Madden, 

Visitation: Thurs. July 10th at 12:00 Noon at the funeral home chapel