About the Fund
The R. Bruce Jones Memorial Fund honors the legacy of Col. R. Bruce Jones — a distinguished attorney, decorated Army officer and devoted community leader. Born in 1904 in Macon, Georgia, Col. Jones was the sixth generation in a family of military men and lawyers. His 27-year military career, including active duty in World War II under Gen. George S. Patton, earned him high honors such as the Silver Star and the Croix de Guerre.
After the war, Col. Jones moved to Palm Beach County, where he became a partner at the prestigious law firm now known as Jones, Foster, Johnston and Stubbs, P.A. He was instrumental in the development of the Sugar Cane Growers Cooperative and served as its General Counsel for 25 years. A man of deep faith, Col. Jones also taught the largest men’s Bible class in the county, influencing generations of local leaders.
“He practiced law because he loved the law,” said U.S. District Judge James C. Paine. “This community and the bar were enriched by his presence.” William A. Foster described him as “an extremely able practitioner and a fine Christian gentleman.” As Dr. Donald E. Warren noted, “Because of him, lives were changed, and the moral base of the entire area is stronger.”
The Fund continues his tradition of service, faith and leadership by supporting initiatives that reflect the values Col. Jones lived by: honor, education and community.
