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On December 7, 1985, he married the love of his life, Tammy Bennett, and together they raised two children who kept him busy, Heather Swallows-Angel and Nicholas Swallows. Jimmy was "Papa" to six grandchildren-Ayden, Olivia, Avery, Adryanna, Owen, and Cooper-who were his pride and joy. He was happiest in the stands, whether it was at a little league field or cheering on the Indianapolis Colts.
Jimmy is survived by his wife Tammy, his children and grandchildren, and a crew of siblings who loved him dearly: Andy Rucker (Christy), Samantha Garrett (Bob), Jacqueline Dinn, Tammy Bryant, Jennifer Hagan (Travis)and Jerry Swallows. He is also remembered by countless friends, because Jimmy had a way of turning "hello" into a lifelong connection.
Those who knew Jimmy will remember his playful spirit, and his uncanny ability to make anyone feel welcome-whether you wanted to or not. He taught his family that humor can heal most hurts, and that you're never too busy to show up for the people you love.
Services will be filled with both tears and laughter, just as Jimmy would have wanted. In his honor, the family encourages you to share a story, a joke, or a memory-preferably the kind that makes people laugh so hard they forget for a moment to be sad. After all, Jimmy wouldn't have it any other way.
A funeral service will be conducted by Pastor Stacey Tucker at 11:00 AM on Thursday, October 2, 2025 at
Edinburgh Separate Baptist Church in Edinburgh. Calling will be on Wednesday, October 1 from 4:00 until 8:00 PM at the church and from 10:00 AM until time of service. Burial will be at Rest Haven Cemetery in Edinburgh.
Arrangements made by Eskew-Eaton Funeral Home in Edinburgh, Indiana.
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Chris (scott) Vaughn
September 30, 2025
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Chris rauch
September 29, 2025
You will be missed bub had fun times and lots of funny jokes truly one of a kind rest easy big buddy till we meet again
Casey & Jimmy Turner
September 29, 2025
Jimmy’s love for his family was steady and strong, but it was his lifelong love for Tammy that I always admired most. The way he loved her was inspiring, and it will remain a beautiful part of his legacy. He will be deeply missed and forever remembered with love.
Travis Bennett
September 29, 2025
I´m going to miss you dearly uncle Jimmy. You were such a great man, and the best uncle anyone could ask for. No matter what I was going through in life, you never once had a bad word to say to me, you always treated me with love and respect. I wish family life and adulthood in general would have granted me much more time to have spent with you but that´s not how that worked unfortunately , I´ll always remember the great times we had together, and will always keep the beautiful memories I have of you close to my heart, I love you uncle Jimmy, I´ll see you on the other side!
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