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James Edmond "Jimmy" Denton, 75, of Paducah, passed away at Baptist Health Paducah on Monday, Feb. 19, 2024, after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born in Detroit, Michigan, on March 22, 1948, to the late William "Bill" and Ella Dee Denton. Jimmy proudly served in the U.S. Navy and completed two tours of combat in Vietnam. He was honored with various medals and awards, including the Navy Seabee Quilt of Valor for his service. He was a Certified Master Mechanic and owned and operated Denton's Garage for over 50 years serving the automotive needs of citizens and businesses in Downtown Paducah.
He found joy in coaching youth baseball and softball teams, refurbishing guns, golfing, singing in the choir at his church, and supporting the University of Kentucky basketball team. A pillar of Southland Baptist Temple for over 40 years, Jimmy's faith was an integral part of his identity. Among his proudest accomplishments were his roles on the board of directors of the Lone Oak Youth Baseball and Softball Association and teaching trade classes at WKCTC.
Jimmy is survived by his loving bride of 50 years, Sheila Denton of Paducah; his daughter, Renee McDermott (Shawn) of Paducah; his son, Justin Denton (Shelley) of Lexington; sister, Bonnie Jean Denton of Paducah; and two grandchildren, Banks Denton and Kaylee Wilson.
Visitation will take place at Southland Baptist Temple from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, Feb. 23, and from noon to 1 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 24. Funeral Services will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 24, at the church with Jonathan Goodman officiating. Jimmy will be laid to rest at Woodlawn Memorial Gardens following the service.
In addition to his parents, Jimmy was also preceded in death by his brother, Marshall Denton; his stepmother, Fannie Denton; and his beloved mother-in-law, Mildred "Ninnie" Hendon.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to Southland Baptist Temple's "The Gift" at 927 Yarbro Lane, Paducah, KY 42003; or the American Cancer Society, 2000 Charlotte Ave., Nashville, TN 37203.
Keeling & Goodman Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Denton family.
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