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James Minnis

1943 - 2026

James Minnis obituary, 1943-2026, Stanardsville, VA

BORN

1943

DIED

2026

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Kyger Funeral Home - Harrisonburg

3173 Spotswood Trail

Harrisonburg, Virginia

James Minnis Obituary

James Christian Minnis, 82, passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 26, 2026, in Stanardsville, Va. He is survived by his son, Christian Minnis; his brother, William Minnis; sisters-in-law, Jean Kilby Minnis and Betty Kennedy Coates and many nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by his parents, John W. Minnis, Sr. and Alice Schlosser Minnis; his loving wife, Jean Kennedy Minnis; brother, John W. Minnis, Jr.; brothers-in-law, John Coates, Charles Kennedy and Robert Kennedy; sister-in-law, Florence Minnis and niece, Deborah Minnis.

Jimmy was born in Washington, D.C., and later moved with his family to Culpeper, Va. Jimmy had a long and successful career in sales which included Home Beneficial Life, Ditch Witch, Indian Acres and Merchants Grocery. Jimmy will be remembered for his outgoing personality, his love for playing tennis, golf and travel, which included visiting all 50 states.

In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to Slate Mills Baptist Church, 10 Church Lane, Sperryville, VA 22740.

Condolences may be shared at kygers.com.
Published by The Culpeper StarExponent on Mar. 3, 2026.

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