Jimmy H. Alexander

Jimmy H. Alexander obituary, Savannah, TN

Jimmy H. Alexander

Jimmy Alexander Obituary

Visit the Shackelford Funeral Directors of Savannah website to view the full obituary.

Jimmy H. Alexander was born on September 26, 1934 in Savannah, Tennessee, the son of the late Hardin D. and Esther Seaton Alexander.

Mr. Alexander honorably served his country in the United States Air Force. He graduated from Hardin County Central High School and went on to complete his college at UT Knoxville and UT Martin, receiving his master's degree in accounting. He owned and operated his business, Jimmy H. Alexander, CPA, until his retirement in 2014. He enjoyed taking walks on his property and watching the stock market. He was also an avid reader and writer. Jimmy was a member of Olivet Cumberland Presbyterian Church in Savannah, Tennessee.

Jimmy H. Alexander departed this life on March 3, 2025 in Savannah, Tennessee, at the age of 90 years, 5 months, and 5 days.

He is survived by his chosen family, Helen Walker, Lindsay Droke, and Brad Walker; caregiver, Tim Godsey; and a host of cousins, extended family, and friends.

In addition to his parents, Jimmy was preceded in death by his chosen son, Jeff Walker.

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450 Church Street P.O. Box 1027, Savannah, TN 38372

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