Thomas Bernard Jones
November 22, 1948 ~ March 10, 2026
Born in:
Jefferson City, Missouri
Resided in:
California, Missouri
Thomas Bernard Jones, 77, of California, MO, passed away on Tuesday, March 10, 2026, at his home.
He was born November 22, 1948, in Jefferson City, Missouri, the son of David M. Jones and Marie E. (Vetter) Jones.
Tom grew up in Jefferson City attending St. Peter grade school & graduated from Helias High School in 1966. He attended Missouri S&T in Rolla graduating in 1972 with a degree in Civil Engineering and Environmental Field.
He enjoyed a 45-year career in wastewater management.
His off hours were spent in Osage County at the “The Farm.”
Tom is survived by his wife, Diedra Volkart; three stepsons, Damon Volkart, Columbia, MO, Darin Volkart, California, MO, Dustin Volkart and one amazing daughter-in-law Valerie Volkart, California, MO; one sister, Betty Markway, and her children Robert & Katie of Jefferson City.
He was preceded in death by his parents, a sister, Marion Jones and a brother, Robert Jones.
A celebration of his life will be held at a later date.
Services entrusted to Trimble Funeral Homes – Jefferson City. trimblefunerals.com




Tom was an important part of our lives for many years. He was one of a kind. Great memories from the farm too. We will miss him greatly. My deepest sympathy.
Rest in peace Tom
While we didn’t get together much in our adult life we always stay in contact. Tom was always soft spoken, good listen and a great storyteller.
Our prayers go to Tom and the rest of the family.