Elder Alvin "Butch" Jones

Alvin Bernard Jones, affectionately known as “Butch,” passed away on Monday, September 1, 2025, after a brief illness. Alvin was born on April 29, 1947, in Detroit, Michigan, to Willie Chester and Beatrice Jones. His loving parents preceded him in death. Alvin was a graduate of the Carrollton Public School System. During his academic journey, he enjoyed playing basketball. It was there that he created lifelong friendships with Levi Pierce and Rev. Luciose Lewis. After graduating from high school, Alvin enlisted in the United States Air Force, where he served with dedication for four years. While stationed in Riverside, California, he fostered enduring friendships with Thomas Colbert (deceased), Thomas Livingston, and Richard Williams. Alvin also served one year in Vietnam before being honorably discharged from the United States Air Force. Upon returning to Saginaw, he was employed with the Saginaw Steering Gear Division of GM/Delphi Corporation for 36 years and was a proud member of UAW Local 699. After retiring from GM, he re-entered the workforce, working for nine years at the Saginaw Hoyt Public Library. At the age of 15, during driver’s training, Alvin met the love of his life, Helen. On May 2, 1970, they were united in marriage. Their covenant of love and faithfulness endured for 55 years. They were blessed with three daughters: Felicia E. Hamilton, Traci R. Jones, and Wendi L. Bastiany. He affectionately referred to his daughters as “The Girls.” Grandpa Alvin loved and cherished his two granddaughters, Chanel and Sydney Hamilton. They brought him immense joy and pride. Alvin loved taking family vacations and making lasting memories. He was a devoted family man. Even after “The Girls” relocated, he and Helen enjoyed traveling to spend quality time with them. Elder Alvin Jones was a faithful servant of Jesus Christ and a dedicated member of Word of Faith International Ministries. He loved God deeply and demonstrated that love through the way he cared for people. Rarely did a day pass without him offering an encouraging word or a helping hand. His generosity was evident in his unselfish giving to more than five charitable organizations, including St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Alvin leaves to cherish his memory and carry his legacy forth his devoted wife, Helen Jones; daughters, Felicia E. Hamilton (Stewart) of Milton, GA, Traci R. Jones of Atlanta, GA, and Wendi L. Bastiany (Dwayne) of Concord, CA; and granddaughters, Chanel and Sydney Hamilton, and Selene Bastiany. He is also survived by his sisters, Carolyn Foster, Chestermae Hayes (Dr. Byron), and Moranda Jones, all of Saginaw, MI; sisters-in-law, Vera Jones of Dallas, TX, Gloria Wilson (Maxie) of Saginaw, MI, Sherley Bowen of Mesa, AZ, Susan Hall of Phoenix, AZ, and Demona Hall of Saginaw, MI; godchildren, Paul Bowen Sr., Latoya Moore, Thomasina Colbert-Noll, Edward Thomas, and Tamitra (Meek) Mitchell. He’s also remembered with love by his niece Yolanda Foster and his special nephews Gregory, Ricardo, Myron Foster, Jason Hayes, and John L. Bowen III. Alvin also leaves behind a host of relatives, and many friends, including special friends Booker Thomas, James (J) Johnson, and Jimmie Sanders. Funeral service will take place at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, September 13, 2025 at Word of Faith International Ministries, 500 N. Washington Ave., Saginaw, Michigan 48607. Dr. Byron C. Hayes will officiate. Interment will take place at Great Lakes National Cemetery, 4200 Belford Rd., Holly, MI. Visitation is from 9:00 a.m. until the time of service.

Elder Alvin "Butch" Jones

April 29, 1947 - September 1, 2025