Former Georgia football player Gleaton Jones, who was a member of the 2021 national championship team, passed away on Friday.
He was 21 years old.
Jones was involved in a car accident earlier this week, but According to the UGA student newspaper “The Red & Black”and fell into critical condition.
According to reports, he suffered severe brain injuries in the accident.
The newspaper added that Jones was on a hunting trip on St. George Island, Florida.
Jones, a walk-on running back, did not appear in any Bulldogs games and is no longer with the team.
“Gleaton lived life to the fullest and brought joy and enthusiasm to every endeavor,” Jones said. Obituary page Read. “At such a young age, he built a fulfilling life for himself and others by deeply investing in service to others through his family, friends, fraternity, and growing faith. Known as “Gleat” by his closest friends, he was described as simply fun and charming. ”
“There was no room so large that his bright light could not fill it. By all accounts, he was well-liked, popular, and charming, but more than that, he was humble, kind, and empathetic. He was very personable and made his friends feel loved and valued.His cheerful and fun disposition made others happy, and his listening skills made him feel loved and valued. It often gave me peace of mind and encouragement.”
Jones, a native of Albany, Georgia, is survived by his parents, Marlin Jones and Kirk Jones, and his brother Cole.
He was scheduled to graduate in the spring with a degree in marketing and return home to work with his father on the family farm.
“Gleaton had deep roots in southwest Georgia,” the obituary page says. “He loved the outdoors, was an avid hunter, and had a genuine interest and appreciation for God's creation. As a child, he loved tractors and wanted to farm like his dad and grandfather. That's what I was talking about.
“From skiing in the mountains with his family to going on countless hunting trips with friends, he created cherished memories and found pure joy in enjoying the bounty of the outdoors with his loved ones. I felt it.”
