James "Jimmie" Glisson

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GLISSON, JAMES "JIMMIE", 64

Ocala - James "Jimmie" Glisson, 64, died at Shands Hospital on March 10, 2008. Mr. Glisson was born in Jacksonville, FL and grew up in Cross Creek, FL. He had lived in Ocala for over 35 years and was a member of First Baptist Church of Ocala. He received his Bachelors and Masters Degrees in Agriculture from the University of Florida and will always be remembered as an avid Gator fan. Jimmie was an Agricultural Extension Agent for 4-H in Marion County, where he shaped and molded the lives of many young people. From there he moved on to serve as the Agricultural Extension Director in Liberty County, Vice President of the Sun Bank Agricultural Loan Office, and most recently, Vice President of Sales for Seminole Stores. He served as manager of the Ocala Bull Sales for 15 yrs, was a past president of the Southeastern Livestock Association, member of the Marion County Soil Conservation Board, Chamber of Commerce Agribusiness Committee, Marion County Cattleman's Association and was a past president of the Kiwanis Club of Greater Ocala. He was a huge supporter of 4-H and FFA for many years. He received numerous awards and honors, which include being inducted into the first class of the Florida 4-H Hall of Fame, the FFA Honorary State Farmer Degree, and the 1982 Florida 4-H Alumni Award. In 1982, the Southeastern Youth Fair was dedicated in his honor. For his lifelong commitment to agriculture, he was inducted into the Marion County Agricultural Hall of Fame in 2002. He is survived by his wife of 42 years, Mary Glisson of Ocala; son, James Glisson of Oxford, England; daughter, Julie Tankersley (Jake) of Ocala; son, Tim Glisson (Sara) of Ocala; his very special grandson, Danny Tankersley of Ocala; sisters, Dona Kochman (Larry) of Gainesville, FL and Susan Walkup (Ross) of Venice, FL; and many nieces and nephews. Services for Jimmie will be held at the First Baptist Church of Ocala on Friday, March 14, 2008 at 3 pm with Rev. Clarence Duncan and Rev. Wayne Adams officiating. Family will be receiving friends at the church beginning at 2 pm. Interment will follow in the Oak Grove Cemetery in Wildwood, FL. In lieu of flowers, Jimmie's wish was for contributions to be made to the Danny Tankersley College Savings Account at Community Bank and Trust in Ocala. Arrangements are under the care of ROBERTS FUNERAL HOMES BRUCE CHAPEL EAST.

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Published by Ocala Star-Banner from Mar. 13 to Mar. 14, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for James Glisson

12 Entries

Pam Leppala

March 9, 2020

His presence is missed so often and there aren't enough kind words to say about Jimmy. His special way of showing his "win-win" attitude is sorely missed! He communicated so well and always had an inclusiveness nature which resonated throughout his family of dealers. No doubt, as dealer weekend approaches; quite a few folks will be thinking about Jimmy, and missing him dearly.

The Ford Family

January 1, 2009

I was so saddened to read of Jimmie's passing. He was such a kind man and so helpful to us when we moved our Lancer Arabians Farm to Ocala. We met him at Sun Bank and he made us feel so welcome. His kindess will never be forgotten. Godspeed.

Pete & Janet Hirst

March 22, 2008

Jimmie was a big help to my wife and I when we started our dairy in Anthony. I remember the day I walked in to his Sun Bank office with a Seminole hat on and he asked me why I was wearing that hat. Being new to Florida, I wondered why he asked me that. I quickly learned why. He always went out of his way to help us, and keep our operation on an even keel. God bless his soul and his family.

Terry & Donna Sue Sanders

March 17, 2008

Mrs. Mary and Family:

Jimmie and our family became acquainted through Seminole Feed (we owned Volusia Feed). In our time spent together over the years at Dealer's weekends, Quail hunting at Indianola, and the times where he would stop by for a sales call (so that we could eat at Aunt Catfish's), I heard a thousand Jimmie stories and most involved ya'll. I don't need to tell you that he loved ya'll second only to his Lord, Jesus Christ.

What a mentor for me; to realize that you could be successful and still dote on family, and pray at meetings, and enjoy that quiet time that he so relished.

We are truely honored to have been included in a small part of his life and know that you have great peace knowing that Jimmie is hard at work with his Lord and Saviour waiting on us to join him!

Terry & Donna Sue

Keith Duncan

March 16, 2008

I was priviledged to be in Kiwanis with Jimmie. I will never forget his excitement about the youth fair and then auctioning off the beef at fun and outrageous prices. His train hobby was fun to look at and hear about. And his passion for God's redemptive work to be done on earth was inspiring. I will miss Jimmie, and know each of you will as well. However, I know I will see him again. Though the next time he will not have any illness or pain.

Pam n' Jim Leppala

March 14, 2008

Jimmie was a VERY special man whose integrity and honor was incredibly above and beyond. He was a caring and loving man who will be very much missed. It is an immensely sad loss for alot of folks. God Bless You Jimmie!

Gladys Kemp

March 14, 2008

Mary, I am so sorry to read about lose. I did not know him as well as you. Remember our Cub Scout Days? I remember coming by your home across from Highland's ball field and you had all those little children you kept. I will pray for you.

Jill (Davis) Huesman

March 14, 2008

Mr. Glisson was a special friend to our family throughout the years we were in 4-H. I remember him spending countless hours training teams(vegetables and soils) so that we would be prepared for the upcoming contests. One of my best memories of him was his love for trains. He would park in our driveway in his VW Beetle and wait for a train to come by so he could watch. He was a true inspiration for many youth and he definitely had an impact on my life as he did many others.

Rob Hunt

March 14, 2008

I worked with Jimmie in the late 80's and early 90's at Seminole Stores. He was a good man and will be missed by a lot of people.

Jack Kuhn

March 14, 2008

Mr. Glisson's passion for youth and the love of the land inspired me to pursue a field of education and employment in the natural resources field. I owe Mr. Glisson my deepest gratitude for his encouragement and wisdom. I will never forget his passion for trains and the time he woke the 4-H land judging team up at 6:00 AM so we could go watch the train travel through downtown Madison FL and listen to the conductor on the scan radio.

Pat Moses

March 13, 2008

I am stunned and saddened to hear of Jimmie's passing. Jimmie was a great friend to everyone, and I feel blessed to have been touched by Jimmie's enthusiasm for life for so many years. We had a period of time when we were very close, so I have those great memories of Jimmie and his wonderful family, and I will never forget them. My thoughts and prayers go out to Mary, James, Julie, Tim, and all the Glisson family.

Sue Matthews

March 13, 2008

We are so blessed to have known and spent time with Jimmie since Sara and Tim married. A great family for our daughter to be a part of and we love you all and will surely miss Jimmie. Sue and Chip Matthews

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