He was a skidder operator for L. D. Long, Inc. and was of the Southern Baptist faith. Zachary enjoyed hunting, fishing, mud riding and big trucks. He was a volunteer fire fighter for Garnett Fire Department and the U.S. Forest Service wildland fire fighters. He dearly loved his family and friends and always making people smile.
Survivors include his father, Walter Jones and girlfriend, Rachel Sheppard of Youngsville, LA; his mother, Becky VanMatre of Berwick, LA; two sisters, Amber Jones of Natchitoches, LA and Morgan Jones of Youngsville, LA; two grandmothers, Charlotte Jones of McGehee and Ann Myers of Bayou Vista, LA; his great-grandmother, Lona Myers of Bayou Vista, LA; the love of his life, Caitlin Smith of Star City; his Nanny, Carla Jones and Uncle Steve; his aunts and uncles, Billy, Mark and Sherry VanMatre, Adria Bergeron and Judy Wiehe and husband Carl; cousins, Kyle Monk, Mandi Little and husband Matthew, Tanner and Griffin Rachal, Dylan and Dustin VanMatre and Serenity Saunders; nephews, Tristen Metoyer and Houston Aranda; and a niece, Kambree Aranda. He was preceded in death by his grandfathers, Carl Jones (Papaw) and Bill VanMatre (Grandpa).
Funeral service will be 10:00 A.M. Thursday, July 28, 2016 at Stephenson-Dearman Chapel with burial to follow in Mt. Tabor Cemetery. Visitation 6:00-8:00 p.m. Wednesday evening at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to: Fallen Firefighters Memorial, P.O. Box 56470, Little Rock, AR 72215; American Cancer Society, 901 N. University, Little Rock, AR 72207; or Log A Load for Kids that benefit Arkansas Children's Hospital, 1 Children's Way, Little Rock, AR 72202. Online guestbook www.stephensondearman.com.
Condolences(33)
Sheila Doughty
, AR Monday, August 1, 2016 Just got the news, heartbroken for your family. He was amazing and fun and I was blessed to meet him. I will be praying for your family, there just are no words.SE Jefferson Co. Vol. Fire Depart.
Jefferson Co., AR Thursday, July 28, 2016 We are all saddened here at SEJCVFD at the loss of such a young man. We are praying for his fire department, friends, and family for comfort at this time. God bless him.Penny Jackson
Jefferson, GA Thursday, July 28, 2016 There are no words to be said in a time like this. My heart breaks for you guys. You are in our thoughts and prayers. It's been many years since we saw Zach but he was a good friend to Brady when we lived in Star City.David W Smith
Monticello, AR Thursday, July 28, 2016 To the entire family,may Gods comfort be all around you at this time of greif and loss!Karen Withers
Monticello, AR Thursday, July 28, 2016 Charlotte,I am so sorry to hear about your grandson. My prayers are with you and the rest of the family.
Josh & Angie Frost
Savannah, GA Thursday, July 28, 2016 Mrs. Charlotte & family: Angie and I are so sorry for your loss. We can't imagine the pain you are going through right now. Please know we are thinking and praying for you all during this difficult time.Kay Lawrence
Pine Bluff, AR Wednesday, July 27, 2016 Charlotte my heart hurts for you and your family. What a tragic accident. I pray that God gives peace and comfort to all of you. Some things can just not be explained. Kay, Southeast AR Board of Realtorspolly watts
monticello, AR Wednesday, July 27, 2016 So sorry for your loss. May God be with all of you.Edye P Green
, MO Wednesday, July 27, 2016 Oh Walter...thoughts and prayers.Carl Ward
Natchitoches, LA Wednesday, July 27, 2016 Walter,No words can express the loss you and your family are feeling at this time.
My family extends its utmost prayers and sympathy.
Sam Johnson
Benton, AR Wednesday, July 27, 2016 Sympathy and prayers for you and your family.Sam Johnson
Kenna Graves
Star City, AR Wednesday, July 27, 2016 Walter and family, I'm so sorry for your loss. Zach was a wonderful young man and will be missed dearly. My thoughts and prayers are with each of you during this time and always. I pray that God will wrap each of you in His arms and give you comfort and peace. God Bless each of you!!Angie Davis
Malvern, AR Wednesday, July 27, 2016 Walter and Family, My heart felt condolences to each and every one of you. I cannot even imagine the amount of shock and grief. My prayers are for comfort and understanding through this tragedy and eventually peace for you all. I will come and visit Zach one day because he is being laid to rest in our family cemetery.Garin Fox
Monticello, AR Wednesday, July 27, 2016 Hey man! You've been my brother since the day I met you man. A day never went by where you wasn't making someone smile or laugh, You were always there when someone needed help or if someone needed to get pulled out of a mud hole. You'd give the shirt off your back to help those in need. I'm going to miss you brother. But I know you're where everything's better. Save me a spot up there. Fly high Delta Boy. Don't make too much noise up there. You'll always be in my heart and prayers bubba. R.I.P Mr. Jones.Jenn VanMatre Comeaux
LAFAYETTE, LA Wednesday, July 27, 2016 Aunt Becky, I wish there were words that could soften your pain and ease your grief. My heart is broken for you and my prayers are filled with thoughts of you. I love you and I pray that God gives you the strength and peace you need in the coming days.susan phillips
sherwood, AR Tuesday, July 26, 2016 you will be missed but not for gotten. love you little cousin.Genia Walker
Star City, AR Tuesday, July 26, 2016 Zach was a truly wonderful young man. It was an honor to know him. May God Bless and keep each of the many who love him.Sincere Condolences,
The Thomas and Walker Families
Lanny & Donna Ross
Morgan City, LA Tuesday, July 26, 2016 So sorry for your loss. Wish we could be there with you but you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Love you Becky.Duane Heard
Alexandria, LA Tuesday, July 26, 2016 I am so sorry for your loss and will be praying for you and your family.Duane Heard
Orbin Barnes
Greenbrier, AR Tuesday, July 26, 2016 So sorry Walter to hear of your son Zachary's passing. praying that the Lord will surround you with His peace, encourage you in His love, and strengthen you with His presence.Orbin Barnes
Kay Worbington
Monticello, AR Tuesday, July 26, 2016 I did not know this young man but have heard many comments that he was very well liked. It is always very sad when one is taken so young.. I pray for comfort for his family and his girlfriend. You have my sympathy!Johnny Foshee
McGehee, AR Tuesday, July 26, 2016 So very sorry for your loss. The family is in my prayers.Sybil Liner
Franklin, LA Tuesday, July 26, 2016 cuz I am so sorry about yall lost he will be missed love yallDavid Bedell
, AR Tuesday, July 26, 2016 Sorry for your loss. Praying for you.Kimberly May
Star Coty, AR Tuesday, July 26, 2016 You will be missed... Star City lost one of their own. Fly high Zach.RENEE WYNN
star city, AR Tuesday, July 26, 2016 OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU NOW AND IN THE DAYS TO COME.Harold Fisher
Greenbrier, AR Tuesday, July 26, 2016 Dear Walter and family,Please know that you are in my prayers. I am so very sorry for the loss of your son.
Terrie & Larry LeMaire
Kaplan, LA Tuesday, July 26, 2016 Sorry for your loss. May God be with you and your family at this time Walter. Sending love and prayers.Elizabeth Shillings
Star City, AR Tuesday, July 26, 2016 With deepest sympathy.shane booth
dierks, AR Tuesday, July 26, 2016 We are sorry for your loss. Know that we are all here for you.David Browman
Brandon, TX Tuesday, July 26, 2016 Walter,My wife and I will have you and your family in our prayers.
David
Miranda Maten
Baton Rouge, LA Tuesday, July 26, 2016 I wish my deepest condolences to the family. My prayers are for your strength in this time of need.Cindy Slayter
Winnfield, LA Tuesday, July 26, 2016 Thoughts and Prayers are with each and every one of you. I love you