A Rhodes scholar from Baton Rouge, he died Thursday, Jan. 24, 2008, in Charleston, Ill., where he had resided for many years. Born in Baton Rouge on Jan. 11, 1924, to Judge and Mrs. W. Carruth Jones, he had an outstanding scholastic career as a student, historian, writer and college professor. He graduated from University High School in 1940, followed by graduation from LSU, after attending the U.S. Military Academy in West Point, N.Y., and military service in the European Theater during World War II. Following his LSU experience, he earned a Rhodes scholarship, securing a doctorate in English history at Oxford University in 1950. He was a Guggenheim Fellow. He taught English history at several universities, including Kansas State, Indiana and Texas Tech. He wrote numerous articles and four books in his professional field, namely: "The Main Stream of Jacobitism" (1954), "Charles Middleton, the Life and Times of a Restoration Politician" (1967), "Convergent Forces: Immediate Causes of the Revolution of 1688" (1990) and "Great Britain and the Tuscan Succession Question 1710-1737" (1999). He retired from the faculty of Eastern Illinois University and continued to reside in Charleston until his death. Graveside service at Roselawn Cemetery, Baton Rouge, on Friday at 11 a.m. Survived by his older brother, Philip K. Jones. Arrangements by Rabenhorst Funeral Home.
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I had the privilege to be selected to participate inn several tutorials with Dr. Jones that focused on the Tudor-Stewart period of English history. Dr. Jones made the period we were studying come alive. Dr. Jones demanded a great deal from his students, but the rewards front the hard work made ones efforts well worth it. Dr. Jones was an amazing character who enriched my life. Ps..One thing I will never forget is that George carried his trusty umbrella everywhere he went..
Robert Cerza
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November 4, 2023
George Hilton Jones was a friend of mine for more than 30 years. Since his retirement from EIU, we have traveled, dined and spent many a pleasant evening together. George was probably the most intelligent person I ever met. I will miss his company, wit, generosity, encouragement, but mostly his friendship. Farewell, good friend.
Paul Beals
February 11, 2008
George was one of my oldest friends. I met him first in 1967 when he was doing research in London. He used at that time to come to England each summer, and we would always meet for dinner and drinks. Later, we also met in Charleston, at a memorable party he gave.
I always looked forward to his letters (though sometimes I needed a magnifying glass!) I shall miss his dry wit and his generosity of spirit.
Stewart Easton
February 10, 2008
George was important to us for many reasons, the most memorable of which was his and Bob Clarke's bringing Dick to Chicago where Dick and Gloria met. He shared many a Thanksgiving with our family. We miss him.
Gloria Carrig & Dick Reichard
February 9, 2008
George was a dear a valued friend of our family. Few persons would open their home for an outdoor wedding reception for friends! So many memories, all fun, of places visited, meals & recipes shared, planter's punch, parties & games. He will be missed and remembered always. The Reed Family
Nancy Reed
February 6, 2008
George was always very kind & generous towards me. I moved into his house on July 1st 1987 when I literally had nowhere else to go. He tolerated many of my inappropriate behaviors for many years & was instrumental in my ongoing recovery process from profound mental health & legal issues. He never wrote me off & as a result, I am a functioning member of society, now attending college for Electronics Engineering. I have missed George a great deal since his stroke & finally, his death. I will always remember his humor, knowlege & generosity of which he shared with all of his friends.
R. Dave Blagg
February 6, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. I also want to express my sincere appreciation for Mr. Jones' service to our country, and for the sacrifices his family endured during his time of service.
Renee B
January 30, 2008
George was a most valued friend by all the Garland family.
Dan Garland
January 30, 2008
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