Chad Michael Jones, 45, of Newark passed away on December 26, 2015 at his home. He was born on December 5, 1970 in Newark. He is survived by his father, David (Chris) Jones; mother, Jill (Cooperrider) Jones; brothers, Aaron (Cara), Josh and Caleb Jones; sister, Casey Jones; grandfathers, Hermas Jones and Robert Cooperrider; aunts, Jan Hostasa and Deb Wintermute; nieces and nephews, Alyssa, Bryce, Luke, Haley, Dylan, Tanner, Shelby, Coen, Sophie and Cambree; and several cousins. He is preceded in death his sister, Gina Lucido; grandmothers, Fran Offenbaker and Jerry Cooperrider. Chad enjoyed the simple things in life. He was always smiling. Private family services will be held. Memorial contributions can be made to the Licking County Board of MRDD, 116 N. 22nd St., Newark, OH, 43055. To sign an online guestbook please visit www.law-bakerfuneralhome.com .