Jimmy volunteered during the Vietnam War where he served in the U.S. Navy. He was a helicopter door gunner with the Seawolves. He received two purple hearts and numerous medals for his service in Vietnam.
Jimmy loved exploring the Blue Ridge Mountains. He enjoyed riding his motorcycle, metal art, fishing, hunting, archery, and also coaching his sons' youth soccer teams.
He loved being with his family most of all. Jimmy and Janet were married for 49 years, raised three sons, Chapy (Laura), Graham (Liz), and Will (Michelle) and blessed with five grandchildren, Charlotte, Carter, James Henry, Luke and Julia.
Jimmy was a Christian and he would offer strangers a Bible and say, "This was good for me and I hope it will be good for you." His favorite bible verse was John 3:16 - and we know Jimmy wants to see you in heaven.