GREENVILLE, KY., James Donald “Jimmy Don” Dickinson, 83, of Greenville passed away on Wednesday, January 11, 2023 at his residence. He was born in Greenville on May 3, 1939 the son of James Walter Dickinson and Carrie Artenus “Teenie” Wagoner Dickinson. He retired from Hopkins County Coal Company in 2003 after 37 years and worked for Gary’s Funeral Home since 2000. He was a member of Pond River Masonic Lodge #244, a member of the American Legion #61, and an honorary member of the VFW #5478. He was a member of Greenville First Baptist Church and a Kentucky Colonel and an avid UK basketball fan. He was known for his story telling and enjoyed breakfast every Sunday morning with his friends. His greatest joy was spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother Jeff Dickinson.
He is survived by his wife of 55 years Beverly Dickinson of Greenville, a daughter Cammie (Scott) McIntosh of Greenville, a son Jason (Lori) Dickinson of Powderly, 3 grandchildren Presley (Trent Logan) McIntosh, Jacob Dickinson, and Justin Dickinson, sister-in-law Sue Dickinson of Greenville, and brother-in-law Jerry (Patty) Kennedy of Powderly.
Visitation will be on Sunday, January 15, 2023 from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM with Masonic Services performed at 7:00 PM, and on Monday, January 16 from 9:00 AM until time of service at Gary’s Funeral Home.
Funeral services will be held on Monday, January 16, 2023 at 11:00 AM at Gary’s Funeral Home in Greenville, KY with Rev. Tom Stovall officiating. Burial will follow in Evergreen Cemetery in Greenville.