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James "Jimmy" Wilbert Shifflett, 58, of Stanardsville passed away Tuesday, August 19, 2008, at the Martha Jefferson Hospital after a long term illness.
He was born August 25, 1949, in Charlottesville to the late James Wilbert Shifflett Sr. and Mary Ann Morris Hughes.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Carolyn J. Harlow.
Jimmy is survived by his loving wife of 36 years, Tara Barrett Shifflett; one son, James R. Shifflett of Ruckersville; two daughters, Mary Ann Shifflett of Ruckersville and Dawn Marie Shifflett of Charlottesville; two sisters, Janice Morris of Stanardsville and Joyce Morris of Crozet; one granddaughter, Anneke Jayne Raines; and many nieces, nephews, other family members and friends including special friend, Mike May and Jimmy's cat and constant companion, "Bob."
Jimmy was a devoted husband, father and grandfather who enjoyed classic cars, Greene County and Willie Nelson. Jimmy's personal relationship with the Lord, helped him through his walk here on Earth. He will be greatly missed by all.
The family will receive friends from 6 until 8 p.m. Friday, August 22, 2008, at the Ryan Funeral Home.
A funeral service will be held 10 a.m. Saturday, August 23, 2008, at the Ryan Funeral Home with Adam Gragg and Ralph Taylor officiating. Interment will follow at Lydia Community Cemetery.
Donations may be made to the PKD Foundation, 9221 Ward Parkway , Suite 200, Kansas City, MO 64114-3367 (www.pkdcure.org)
Ryan Funeral Home of Ruckersville is in charge of arrangements.
This obituary was originally published in the Daily Progress.
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August 5, 2009
DAD
hello its me ur crazy daughter i cant believe its almost been a year i miss u like crazy i wish u were here with us not one single day goes by that i dont think of u and miss u tons i want u back so bad i cry but then i think u wouldnt want it that way u would want us all 2 b happy and its so hard i love u and always will love ur baby girl mary ann
mary ann shifflett
September 30, 2008
Dad i miss u so much this has been the hardest time of my life i wish u were home when i come home every night but i know u wont be there i know that u r watching over all of us making sure we r ok i wish i could just spend 1 more day with u but that wont happen but i know that one day i will get 2 spend forever with u i love u lots love your baby girl mary ann
August 28, 2008
Tara, Dawn Marie, Jim & Mary Ann,
I will miss Uncle Jimmy very much. He had a special place in my Heart and I loved him very much. I know he is in a better place with no more pain. As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, I hope you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Love ya'll,
Bobbi
Justin & Angela VanBumble
August 23, 2008
I am very sorry to hear about Jimmy. he will alway be in our thoughts. Justin and I will miss you and we will alway think of you.
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Jacob Walker
August 22, 2008
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Jimmy was always more than willing to give me a hand at work. He had an unique sense of humor and was able to make me laugh even when I was having a bad day. I know he will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
Willie and Christine Eppard
August 21, 2008
In fond memory
Kathy McCray
August 21, 2008
You all are in my thougths and prayers. Jimmy was a wonderful person. I will never forget hearing all his stories and seeing a smile on his face no matter how bad he felt. He will be greatly missed by all who had the honor of knowing him.
Mary Ann Shifflett
August 20, 2008
Dad I love u I miss u tons u were the best daddy anyone could ever have i had so many good times with u i miss u but i know u r in a better place u r not in pain u r with all the angels and i know they will take good care of u i love u daddy
Sidney
August 20, 2008
Tara & family,
You are in my thoughts. I will miss Jimmy. I know he is in a better place along side of Carolyn and his Mother and Father with no more pain. I Love you.
Love, Sidney
JULIA AND LILLIAN CONLEY
August 20, 2008
HE WAS A WONDERFUL UNCLE AND WILL BE MISS GREATLY. HE ALWAYS COULD MAKE YOU LAUGH. I LOVE YOU
Karen Read
August 20, 2008
I'm glad that I had the opportunity to meet and work with Mr. Shifflett.
He was a great guy and I will miss him. I know that he is in a good place today and that his physical struggle is over. I know that God will be with you at this sad time.
Karen Read, Charlottesville Dialysis
Vanessa Keiser and Family
August 20, 2008
Tara and Family,
We will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers. Jimmy was a wonderful person and he will be missed by many.
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