Vance Steven Jones, 65, passed away suddenly on Monday evening, September 11, 2017 in Indianapolis, Indiana. Steve was born on March 1, 1952 in Muncie, Indiana to Bob and Betty Jones.

He attended Muncie Central High School, and then went to work as a Master Mechanic for various car dealerships until retiring in 1995. He went to work for Environmental Assurance Company, Inc. in 1999 retiring again in 2017. Steve enjoyed spending time with his family; loved going for a driving cruise after work; being outdoors; was an avid auto racing fan; and animal enthusiast.

Steve is survived by the love of his life of 33 years: Catherine Jones; sons: Grant Jones, Adam Vignes, Chris Hart; mother and step-father: Betty and Jake Miller, siblings and their spouses: Greg Jones, Jeff & Laura Miller, Troy Miller, Tammy & David Sparks; several grandchildren and a host of other family and friends.

Steve is preceded in death by his father: Bob Jones.

Family will receive friends on Friday, September 15, 2017 from 2:00 pm until the Memorial Service at 3:00 pm at Newcomer Cremations, Funerals & Receptions, Indianapolis Chapel, 925 East Hanna Ave., Indianapolis, Indiana 46227.

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