He graduated in 1950 briefly attended Fresno State University when he was called for two years of active duty in the United States Navy in the Korean Conflict where he received numerous citations.
He graduated in 1950 briefly attended Fresno State University when he was called for two years of active duty in the United States Navy in the Korean Conflict where he received numerous citations.
Scott Jones (52) - The Fresno County Sheriff’s Office is saddened to announce the passing of retired Undersheriff Scott Jones. Jones, 52, collapsed last night at his home in Clovis. Emergency Medical personnel responded and immediately transported him to Clovis Community Hospital where he later died.
Jones began his career as a deputy with the Sheriff’s Office in 1983. In 2007, Jones was promoted to the rank of Undersheriff by newly elected Sheriff Margaret Mims. He held that rank until his retirement in 2013. The exact cause of death is unknown at this time, however, it is believed to have been medically related.
As soon as he was old enough, Eldred began working on his parents’ 160-acre farm. There he developed a lifelong love of farming. In 1932, he became the first in his family to graduate from high school. He hoped to complete college, but he had to return home after only 6 months to help on the farm. Later that year, he left Tennessee to join his older brother Buddy, who was working for their uncle, J.R. Gibbs, in Madera.
Richie is remembered as a loving son, grandson, brother, nephew, and a friend. Richie enjoyed participating in baseball and soccer. He enjoyed watching boxing and MMA. Richie also loved the LA Dodgers and Dallas Cowboys.