show’s place in popular culture and emphasized the family-oriented qualities he believed audiences found appealing.
His connection to the series therefore became part of a larger conversation about nostalgia, television history and how older entertainment is viewed by new generations.
Whatever one’s opinion of the series itself, there is little doubt that it played an important role in Jones’ life.
## His Personal Life
Jones married Alma Viator in 1992, and the couple remained together for more than three decades.
They worked together on projects connected with *The Dukes of Hazzard* and built a life that combined family, business and Jones’ enduring connection to his most famous role. ([People.com][3])
Reports say Jones is survived by his wife, children, stepchildren and grandchildren. ([People.com][3])
His family has described a man who experienced an unusually rich life—one that included acting, politics, writing, business
