He worked as a security guard at War Eagle Boats and was a Presbyterian. He graduated from Arkansas A & M (UAM) with a BS in English, worked many years at the Drew County Regional Library and UAM Library. He enjoyed reading and being at home on the farm working with his cows.
Survivors include two sisters, Pattie Carter Lack and husband Johnny of Lake Village and Gail Carter Hyatt and husband David T. Hyatt, Jr. of Monticello; two nephews, Carter Lack and Susan and John Troy Lack and Ellie all of Hattiesburg, MS; two nieces, Jaye Jones and Larry of Monticello and Johna Peyton of Leland, MS, five great nieces and nephews, numerous other relatives and friends.
Private memorial service will held at a later date.
Condolences(32)
Chaney Raley
Atlanta, TX Friday, March 14, 2014 My thoughts and prayers go out to all the family. So sorry for Jimmy's passing. He was always such a joy to be around. He could always make me laugh. Love to all!Chaney
Ruth Vowell
LAKE VILLAGE, AR Friday, March 7, 2014 My thoughts and prayers are with you all.Phillip McClain
Monticello, AR Tuesday, March 4, 2014 i love youJimmy Akin
Tallahassee, FL Tuesday, March 4, 2014 Jimmy was one of the kind, a gentle soul. We shared many friends and good times. Rest in Peace good friend.Jason
Monticello, AR Tuesday, March 4, 2014 So sad to hear the passing of such a great man. Many memories I will cherish.Renee Harris
Monticello, AR Monday, March 3, 2014 Jimmy was one of the most caring people I have ever known, this world will not be the same without him.Rest In Love dear friend
Marilyn Matthews
North Little Rock, AR Monday, March 3, 2014 Pat & Gail - Our family, the children of the Late R.J. and Ruby Matthews, extend our sympathy to you all in the loss of Jimmy. We remember him as children, riding his horses in the field besides your home. We also remember your mother and father. May God keep you is our prayer - Marilyn, Ray, Mary, Larry and George Matthews from North Gabbert Street.John Carson
Monticello, AR Monday, March 3, 2014 Jimmy was a good friend and will be missed by all who knew him.Diane Engelkes
TEXARKANA, TX Sunday, March 2, 2014 My love and prayers are with all of you. Jimmy was a very special guy. He was such a good friend. I have many fond memories during my high school days, Pizza Q, the Saline River, working with Mrs. Carter at The Model and at the pool. Jimmy was always so very sweet and had a loving ,caring heart. He was always in a good mood and put a smile on my face. He will be greatly missed. RIP Jimmy! :))Edith Carter
Monticello, AR Sunday, March 2, 2014 sorry to hear about Jimmy---worked with him at the Tobacco Superstore--I know he will be missed---RIP Jimmy!!!!Bob and Pearl Horton
Lake Village, AR Sunday, March 2, 2014 We know that you all will miss Jimmy. Just remember all the good times that you had as a family. We will be thinking of you and remembering you in our prayers.Craig Harper
Millsboro, DE Sunday, March 2, 2014 Thoughts and prayers to the family. Jimmy was a special person to me when I was a student at UAM. He will always have a special place in my heart.Marty Ellis
monticello, AR Sunday, March 2, 2014 Dear, Pattie and Gail, sorry to hear about Jimmy passing away. I always liked Jimmy, we always visited when I would see him in Walmart. He was a sweet guy. MartyWrenetta Carr
Monticello, AR Sunday, March 2, 2014 Growing up across the street. Jimmy and I were always into all kinds of mischief. The forts we built, the ponies we rode and all the other great childhood things we did I have such fond memories of those days. And my heart is heavy with this loss. I was looking forward to being back in my child hood home and Jim being across the street again. He is gone too soon!!! My thoughts and prayers are with the family at this hard time. Love to you all.Sharon Shook McIntyre
Titusville, FL Sunday, March 2, 2014 To all of Jimmy's family, I was so sad when I learned of Jimmy's death. I have known Jimmy my entire life, he was a great person & friend. I have not seen him in a few years since my moving to Florida. He passed my house on North Gabbert St each day on his way home. If I happened to be in my yard walking my little dog he never failed to wave at me. If we happened to see each other up town he & I always picked up our conversation where we had left off from the previous time seeing each other. In high school, we seemed to always have Study Hall together, we seldom ever studied, we just laughed & had a lot of fun. I will miss him very much & to his family please know that he & you all have been in my thoughts & prayers.Sincerely,
Sharon Shook McIntyre
Emmett & Cendye Halley
Hot Springs, AR Saturday, March 1, 2014 Gail, Jaye and family, we are so sorry to hear of Jimmy's passing. You all are in our thoughts and prayers. May God bless and comfort you.Beverly Hood
Monticello, AR Saturday, March 1, 2014 You will be truly missed. Enjoyed the time we work together. Prayers for the family in this time of sorrow.Sandi Lane
Malver, AR Saturday, March 1, 2014 Jimmy will be missed. I will never forget the memories of working with him at Tobacco Superstore. He use to love to scare people! So sad to hear of his passing. Thoughts and prayers with the family!Brenda Chisom
Monticello, AR Saturday, March 1, 2014 Jimmy was a good friend and he will be missed by all. Gail and family, you are in my prayers.Jane Jo Summerford
Greenbrier, AR Saturday, March 1, 2014 Thinking of you at this time. Jim will be greatly missed by all who knew him; he was kind to all people. My condolences.Gayle Kellum Brown
Monticello, AR Saturday, March 1, 2014 So sorry to hear of Jimmy's passing. He was always so kind and sweet . I am glad that he was a part of my life.Cherry Cotham
, AR Saturday, March 1, 2014 Oh, so, sorry for your loss. You are all in my thoughts & prayers. Love to you all.Lois Sanders
Monticello, AR Saturday, March 1, 2014 So sorry for your loss.Went to school with Jimmy; Known him all my life;He was a great person;Know he will be missed by many;karen jassy aureli
hot springs, AR Saturday, March 1, 2014 God be with your family during their time of grief.Nola Lair Lindsey
Griffithville, AR Friday, February 28, 2014 My thoughts and prayers are with all Jimmy's loved ones.Jack T. Sloan
Dickson City,, PA Friday, February 28, 2014 DearGail, i am so sorry to read of ur bothers passing, i will keep u and ur family in my daily prayers and if u need to lean on someone,i am always here for u, God Bless u Gail, hugs, Jack T. Sloan, classof1961Carolyn Binns
monticello, AR Friday, February 28, 2014 RIP JimmyDeeDee Kellum Smoth
Hot Springs, AR Friday, February 28, 2014 So sorry to hear of Jimmy passing. I remember him always coming in City Drug when I worked there. Always polite.Pam Wadsworth
Fort Smith, AR Friday, February 28, 2014 I am so sorry to hear of Jimmy's passing. Having graduated with him in high school, he was a great friend. We had lost touch over the years, but he remains a special part of such fond and fun memories. My condolences to the family.Kay McClain Worbington
Monticello, AR Friday, February 28, 2014 I have so many fond memories of Jimmy as he visited in my parents home many times during his childhood. He was a good friend to my brother and me. We extend our sympathy to his family.Kay & Phil
Jana Martin landes
Laguna beach,, CA Friday, February 28, 2014 Jim was one of my dearest friends. We started playing together around 6 years old. We have remained close friends all these years. We went on many trips together though the years! Jim loved his close friends and his dogs!There is a huge hole in my heart today with Jm gone!! Prayers to his family!
Please remember Jim was the sweetest kindest soul on earth! He never failed to call on my birthday! He will be missed more than you will ever know.
Love Jana
Pat Scifres Montgomery
Monticello, AR Friday, February 28, 2014 So sorry to hear about Jimmy. I always enjoyed being around him. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.