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Carolyn Pickel (mother)
October 26, 2023
Hi my precious son, the grieving never goes away. I hold you in my heart and will see you one of these days. So hold fast I´ll be there once again my precious son. I grieve everyday for you and I´ll always remember that call I received from the Dr. informing what happened to you. OMG worst news a mother can ever receive.
cindy toombs
February 18, 2014
I always enjoyed being around him even if he was in the dental chair having work done RIP
Peggy W. Wilson
January 17, 2014
Never will forget you dear heart. I treasure our days together, Say Hello to my dear son Parker Wilson. Happy Trails...
Peggy Wray Wilson
Peggy Wray Wilson
January 17, 2014
I have known Jimmy since he was a little one running around Priest Lake. He was one of my very favorite young guys. I love him and will miss him terribly. He was a dear friend of mine.
Happy Trails darling.
Peggy Wray Wilson
Lindsay Sheets
December 29, 2013
I just heard of Willingham's passing. I am so sorry for your loss. I bet him and my dad (Jimmy Sherwood) are having fun catching up in heaven. I have known him most of my life and always enjoyed being around him. May God be with your family.
Becky Myers-Allen
December 3, 2013
I am just hearing about Jimmy's passing. My condolences to the family. Jimmy was always a friendly, funny, happy guy! Our times at the MX tracks with his son James and my husband will always be remembered. May God bless you during the upcoming holidays to remember all the good times.
October 14, 2013
Jimmy was full of life. Always had a smile, a story and a laugh. Rest in Peace my friend
Jeremy Watson
October 14, 2013
I came to know Jimmy through my uncle Jimmy Sherwood. He was a great man, and we spoke often after my uncle passed away last year. He was a great guy and softened my loss through lots of conversations. I will miss him dearly, but I know that him and my uncle Jimmy are having a great time on the other side. You will be dearly missed.
Julie Fonvielle
October 11, 2013
James , I am so sorry to hear about your Dad. I talked to Uncle Jimmy a few months ago . He was a very good man. I am sorry that we could not be there for you but you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Sam Vecchio Jr.
October 11, 2013
I met Jimmy while working at Red Lobster in '79 while he was still in the Air Force. Then reunited at GD/Lockheed. I remember one time he drove his Silver Chevy Silverado shortbox up and down the dam at Benbrook lake. What fun. He was a good man and I will miss him. Prayers out for Jimmy and his family.
Michael Perez
October 11, 2013
I am smiling right now as I type this, just thinking about a great and special person!!!!!
JERRY REYNOLDS
October 10, 2013
WILLY WAS ONE OF THE REALLY GOOD GUY'S. HE ALWAYS HAD A HELPING HAND FOR ME AND A GOOD LAUGH TO GO WITH IT... THANKS, JIMMY GOD BLESS
Bill Miller
October 10, 2013
I met Willingham at the boat races years ago. he was one of the leaders of wine-o racing team. You always knew when Willingham was there , you would hear that distinctive laugh from many pits away and you knew they were having a good time. As the years went by he was at all the races and always giving encouraging words to all of the racers. I know the races just wont be the same with out him.
from the whole black rat racing team
October 10, 2013
James,
So sorry for your loss, and that Pattie & I won't be able to attend the services. I only met your Dad a couple times, but it was obvious he was one of the "good guys", as are you. Be strong brother. Mike
Brian Warren
October 10, 2013
didn't know u that well but time I did I enjoyed very much. Rest in peace my friend
Kayla Dix
October 10, 2013
Loved loved loved Willie! Jimmy always had a kind word, and boy, could we talk about motorcycles and our sons! He will be a great addition up top, and will keep all the Saints rolling with his stories!
JC SCHRIVER
October 10, 2013
JIMMY WILLINGHAM,ROCKY DAVIS,AND JIMMY SHERWOOD,ALL THREE LET ME HANGOUT AND BE PART OF THEIR TEAM.EVEN AFTER I HIT THE BACK OF THE BOAT WITH MY TRUCK.GOD SPEED JIMMY YOU WILL ALWAYS BE MISSED BUT NEVER FORGOT. JC
Gary Payne
October 10, 2013
Known Willingham for over 20 years through the SDBA and his travels drag boat racing.... Lots of miles and lots of laughs....
Thoughts and prayers to the Willingham family...
Cheyenne Express M/E #372
October 9, 2013
Rest in Peace Jimmy. Will see you on the other side. Deepest sympathies, Marshall & Kathy Scott
Jay & Mary Fox
October 9, 2013
Jimmy lit up many people's lives while here on earth. He now lights up Heaven with his smile & laughter.
Jay, Mary, Ben Fox
October 9, 2013
Man we're gonna miss you. We had some great times. You always had my back. You always tried to take care of your friends and family. You surely will be missed. Love you my friend. RIP
Donny Price
October 9, 2013
Gonna miss ya ole buddy,really wish ya could've made it out here this summer,I'm doing a bike ride this Saturday in your honor,will release balloons for you,RIP buddy.
joe kent
October 9, 2013
we would like to extend our deepest sympathies to your family and our prayers. Joseph Kent
Donny Price
October 9, 2013
Sure gonna miss ya man, wish ya could've made it out to my house this summer,you were my best bud growing up, RIP .
Kim & Ben Falzgraf
October 9, 2013
Prayers to the family. Michael spoke of his cousin jimmy often.
Mike & Jeanine Stovall
October 9, 2013
May You Rest In Peace
hunt Mike
October 9, 2013
See you later Jimmy
Steve Addington
October 9, 2013
Jimmy and I grew up together in edge-o-lake until he went into the service. He was a good friend we put many miles behind us on owe motorcycles, and even then he was always looking for that adrenalin rush. And that is living. RIP buddy I will miss you.
Alan Howard
October 9, 2013
I would like to extend my deepest sympathies to the family and loved ones of James “Jimmy” Willingham. My thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of loss. I hope you can find peace and love in the comfort of God's hands. May the blessings of His peace be upon all those who knew and loved Jimmy. My prayers are with you as you struggle to deal with the loss of a beautiful person. Jimmy has been and will continue to be missed by all the people that knew him. I consider it an honor and a privilege to have been a close friend with Jimmy. He was definitely one of the "good guys".
Tony Melton
October 8, 2013
Willy is a true friend and will not be forgotten,,,rest in peace my friend,,
October 8, 2013
Jimmy was a great friend and coworker, lot of fun, spent a lot of years with him. He will be missed by all. My prayers to his family
Don Hill
October 8, 2013
Jimmy and I hired in at GD the same day we worked to gather a lot through the years sure was fun to work with him . I am so sorry for the familys loss he will be greatly missed
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