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After graduating high school, he attended the University of Louisiana-Monroe. Jim became a mill worker and spent many years with Nova Construction in New Jersey. After retiring to Florida, he spent 13 years with H&R Block in their maintenance division retiring just a year ago due to his health.
Jim loved to fish and play golf and was an avid fan of all LSU sports. But most of all, he enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren.
He is survived by his wife, Nancy A. Dinkins of Estero, FL, his son, James M. Dinkins, Jr. of Canada and two daughters, Jessica Renée Carlisle of Longview, TX, and Melissa S. Dickerson of Keithville, LA; four brothers, Edward Dinkins, Raymond Dinkins, Ruell Dinkins, and Ronnie Dinkins. He is also survived by 7 grandchildren and 3 stepchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Kenneth Wayne Dinkins.
To sign his guest register or to leave online condolences please visit www.ShikanyFuneralHome.com.
Arrangements are being handled by Shikany's Bonita Funeral Home Family Owned and Operated Since 1978.
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Sharon Oden Dickerson
July 23, 2024
We met at church camp when we were young teens. I guess he was one of my best friends. We shared so much over the years. There´s an empty place in my heart now. I will never stop missing him
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