John Earl Jimmerson

May 27, 1930 - May 30, 2021

John Earl Jimmerson, 91, passed away on May 30, 2021, at his home near Dubach, LA, after a brief illness. He was born on May 27, 1930, in Bienville Parish to William David and Beadie Vail Jimmerson. He graduated from Quitman High School in 1947 and attended Louisiana Polytechnic Institute before joining the U. S. Army. Mr. Jimmerson was a veteran of the Korean War, where he served in the 2ndInfantry Division as a sergeant with an artillery battalion.

Soon after his marriage, Mr. Jimmerson moved to Dubach, where worked for United Gas Pipeline Company until he retired after 30 years.Mr. Jimmerson enjoyed fishing and gardening, and he was well–known for his incredible tomato harvest every summer.

Mr. Jimmerson is preceded in death by his parents; his brother, William A. Jimmerson; and his sisters, Irene Alexander and Kathryn Moore.

Left to cherish his memory are his wife of 67 years, Francelia Barnard Jimmerson; his daughter and son–in–law, Susan and Richard Jenkins of Dubach; and his son and daughter–in–law, John D. and Michelle Jimmerson of Ruston. He is survived by four grandchildren and their spouses: Jeremy Jenkins and Jessica Hayes of Marion, LA; Zachary and Leslie Jenkins of Ft. Rucker, AL; Megan and Larry Bridge of Beaufort, SC;and Lilla Jimmerson of Bossier City, LA. He is also survived by eight great–children, four sisters–in–law, and several nieces and nephews.

The family would like to thank the nurses at St. Francis Medical Center and Compassus Hospice for their care during Mr. Jimmerson’s illness. The family will honor his memory at a private graveside service at Mount Olive East Cemetery near Quitman.

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John Earl’s father was my Uncle Dave. My father was Joe Jimmerson. I only now learned of John Earl’s passing and am filled with sadness. Although I didn’t see him often I really loved him. Such a kind, gentle person. His wife and children were fortunate. Looking at the photo I see Uncle Dave’s face and the faces of my dad and Uncle Tom. Precious memories of all of them. I know they are all together now, probably laughing about old times.

So sorry to hear about Brother John. Such a fine gentleman. He taught me how to pray when I was about 6-7 years old. So many good memories of him and his family

Mrs. Fran, Susan and John D., Scott and I are so sad to hear of Mr. John's illness and death. We think of you often as we come and go, but didn't have your phone numbers to stay in touch. Please call me Mrs. Fran at 318-548-6834 if you need or want to talk. Tessa has not been allowed to be around me since covid showed up and I would love to have her call you when she can. we love you and are praying for your family.

In memory of John Earl Jimmerson, Doug Davis lit a candle

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