1938
2026
A resident of Independence, LA, passed away on Thursday, January 15, 2026 at The Richard Murphy House in Hammond, LA. He was born December 19, 1938 in Ebarb, LA and was 87 years of age. He is survived by his daughter, Katherine Renee Cernich (Danny); sisters, Lavern Bourgoyne, Margaret Sossaman, and Linda Miller; grandchildren, Joseph Cade Cernich (Grace), Cobie James Cernich (Laura), Tyler Dan Ebarb, and Kyle Ebarb; great-grandchildren, Landon Joseph Cernich, Annaleigh Grace Cernich and Kynnedy Ann Ebarb. Preceded in death by his wife, Frances Arnone Ebarb; sister, Carol Michelli; brother, Danny Ebarb; son, Samuel “Bo” Ebarb; parents, Sallie and Daniel "Dan" Ebarb. Pallbearers are Cade Cernich, Cobie Cernich, Danny Cernich, Robert Richerson, Issac Duhon, and Gary Clyde Durbin. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, from 9:00AM until Religious Services at 11:00AM on Monday, January 19, 2026. Services conducted by Rev. Danny Carter. Interment Amite Memorial Gardens, Amite, LA. In lieu of flowers donate to Richard Murphy Hospice House or St. Helena Catholic Church. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.
dannie
January 16, 2026
mr jimmy knew no strangers. i have had the honor of knowing him as he lived and worked around the amite area he would always say hey as we pass by each other at a bank or eating somewhere he did just that. .RIP IN PEACE JIMMY.
Cookie Currier Coxwell
January 16, 2026
So sorry to hear of Jimmy’s death. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Wayne Ebarb
January 16, 2026
So many great memories of Jimmy and Frances. As a kid i always looked forward to their visit to Toledo Bend. I can still hear them both telling those stories!
Ann Huff
January 16, 2026
My deepest sympathy, my thoughts and prayers are with you all.
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Georgiana Kennedy
January 15, 2026
Mr Jimmy and Ms Frances were my first bosses when I worked for them at the western store during college. He was always the sweetest, kindest man. Could not have asked for better bosses. Prayers for Renee and family.
Sheri Ebarb
January 15, 2026
In our thoughts and prayers
Love Sheri Ebarb Campbell
Terry & Nannette Ebarb and family
Tonja Ebarb Buster
Shanna Ebarb
Wayne Allen Ebarb
Glenda Sharkey
January 15, 2026
Everybody in Amite would say Jimmy was a great guy!!! He helped Mr Sam run one of the BEST Restaurant's of all time. Who did not love Sam's Steak House and Prime Rib night on Thursdays? Those were the days. He was also a Bulldozer man. Our daddy thought the world of him. My brother Alan and I reflect on wonderful memories as we send our prayers up for comfort and peace to Renee', Danny, grands and his entire family. Jimmy's was a life well lived.
Giovanna Clausen and Betty Arnone
January 15, 2026
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Lindy Simmons
January 15, 2026
Renee, so sorry to hear this. Such a special person. Prayers for you and family.
Dean Sharkey
January 15, 2026
Sorry to hear this, I always enjoyed talking with him. Prayers to the family.
Mittie Rohner
January 15, 2026
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Neola Farm Sports Complex Board
January 15, 2026
So sorry to hear of Mr. Jimmy's passing. He had been a valuable part of Neola Farm Sports Complex when he served on the board. Rest in peace.
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