of Greenbrier, AR
July 26, 1941 - December 16, 2022
Jimmy E. Thomas, 81, of Greenbrier, Arkansas passed away peacefully on December 16, 2022. He was born in Republican, Arkansas on July 26, 1941 to the late Euel and Pauline (Strickland) Thomas. Jimmy retired from Universal Nolin after many years. He loved visiting with friends and was known for his story telling. Jimmy had a genuine concern for everyone, he never forgot a face or name. His kind heart will be missed by all who know him. Jimmy was a horse shoer who liked horses, but loved his mules and cattle. He was preceded in death by his parents.
Jimmy is survived by his loving wife of 61 years, Merle (Beene) Thomas; grandson, Kenny (Amanda Vaughn) Lentz; great-grandchildren, Trey and Allyssa Lentz; brother-in-law, Dib (Myrt) Beene; nephew, Cody (Sammie) Beene and many more family and friends.
Visitation will be Monday, December 19, 2022 from 6:00-8:00PM at Roller McNutt Funeral Home in Greenbrier. Funeral Service will be Tuesday, December 20, 2022 at 10:00AM at Roller McNutt Funeral Home with Burial following at Thorn Cemetery.
The family would like to extend a special thank you to Rick Bryan, Maydean Bryant, Mary Rowlett, Margaret Hinkle, Ricky & Debbie Wiedower, Dr. Tilley, the Nursing and Staff at Perryville Nursing, Scotty & Phyllis Poole, Darlene Langley, Allen and Julie Carmichael.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Thorn Cemetery at PO BOX 663. Greenbrier, AR 72058.
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23 Condolence(s)
Robbie Hoover
Monday, February 20, 2023
I am the oldest child of Robert and Celestia Hoover. My mom and Jimmy were first cousins. His dad and my grandmother, Beatrice Thomas Goff Brown were brother and sister. My mom had many cousins, but claimed Jimmy as her very favorite cousin! Mr. Thomas was my last link to that generation and to my grandmother's generation. I came through Conway Saturday and thought of Mr. Thomas and set aside today to go through my dad's old cell phone to get his number since dad passed in September of 2021. Today when I located the number, I called the cell number and it has been disconnected and so I google Mr. Thomas and was so saddened to learn of his passing. I am so sorry for his family. I very much would like to talk with someone in the family to ask some questions about the past, that I only have fond memories of my grandmother and my mom's stories they told. If someone in the family sees this, I would be in forever debt to you if you could call me and just spend a moment or two with me on the phone. (501) 628-8604. Again, I am so sorry for your loss and continued prayers to all of you today.
Pam Lute
Wednesday, December 21, 2022
Worked with Jimmy, many years, had a lot of good conversations. Always very nice guy. So sorry Merle!! Love you both!!
Jill Bryant
Tuesday, December 20, 2022
Merle, I'm so very sorry to hear of Jimmy's passing. He was always one of my favorite people. Sending condolences and love to you.
Tammie Mode
Tuesday, December 20, 2022
Sorry for your lost. Jimmy was a good man loved listening to his stories when we say him. J.K. though the world of him. Prayers are with you and family during this time. J.K. and Tammie Mode
Shelby J. Schichtl
Tuesday, December 20, 2022
Merle and Family,
So sorry for the loss of another good man. God bless you all!
Johnnie Black
Monday, December 19, 2022
Merle I'm so sorry for your loss. Bud and I thought the world of Jimmy. We had some good visits with him. I bet they are swapping horse and Mule stories. Your in my thoughts and prayers.
NanaKay Thorn
Monday, December 19, 2022
Merle, I’m so sorry to hear about Jimmy, I use to love being around you guys and listening to Jimmy and about riding horses., Remember when my Daddy would bring me to their house when I was a child,.. Im so sorry and sure pray God wraps you in his arms., God bless you..
Winness Lee Bell-Cowden
Monday, December 19, 2022
Merle I am so very sorry for your loss. sending prayers for comfort for you and your family with lots of love .
Brenda Dowdy
Monday, December 19, 2022
Merle and family
Jimmy was a great guy! I always loved his stories and laughter. Great person too! He will be missed! Your in my heart and prayers! Love you
Brenda Dowdy and family
Kim Beasley
Monday, December 19, 2022
Merle So sorry to hear this .Praying for you and your family .
Darrell Barden
Monday, December 19, 2022
Jimmy was a very good friend, we’ve shared a lot of laughs together, love Jimmy and Merle, visited him this past week, thought he was going to make it, terrible shock. RIP my friend, Darrell.
Jim and Charlsie McBride
Monday, December 19, 2022
We are sorry to learn of Jimmy’s passing. We extend our condolences during this very sad time. We hold the family in our prayers.
Ruby Burroughs
Sunday, December 18, 2022
Merle, I just now saw where Jimmy passed away. I’m so sorry for your loss. Praying for you and the family. Love you
Donna Berry
Sunday, December 18, 2022
Merle & family, I am so sorry to see this about Jimmy. Those stories Jimmy liked to tell, I've heard a few of them. I know my Kelley (daughter) loved him shoeing her horses & hearing some of those stories too! Prayers for Jimmy's family, especially for Merle. May God wrap His Loving arms around each of you during this time.
Tajuana Lahr
Sunday, December 18, 2022
Prayers are with the family.
Dorothy (Stewart) Morlan
Sunday, December 18, 2022
Merle sorry for your loss and may God hold you close in this time. Blessings to you. Love and prayers Dorothy
Mel & Mary Jennings
Sunday, December 18, 2022
Merle, we were so sorry to hear about the death of Jimmy. He was my lifelong friend. We enjoyed many times together. He will be greatly missed. We will see him again someday. Prayers for you and the family. Mel and Mary
Thomas W Harrington
Sunday, December 18, 2022
I have many many great memories of him. My thoughts and prayers are with the family
Donna L Grisham
Sunday, December 18, 2022
I’m so sorry to hear of Jimmy Earl’s passing. He was my first cousin (his mother Pauline and my mother Jewelle were sisters) and it seemed we visited them more than any other family members when we were young. But it was when we were older, I loved hearing his stories in that quiet slow drawl of his. And he didn’t forget anyone or anything.
I’m glad he is no longer hurting, but we will really miss him down here.
Tresa and Terry Virden
Sunday, December 18, 2022
Our hearts and prayers will be with your family
Kelley Weatherley
Sunday, December 18, 2022
Merle I’m so sorry to hear of the passing of Jimmy! He was my favorite Horse Shoer! I set on the back of that tailgate many days watching him shoe my horses. He always called me sis! I have some stories to tell ya! Love you bunches Merle an I will be praying for you! RIP Jimmy
Bob Acre
Sunday, December 18, 2022
I have known Jimmy since we were little boys. His mother and my mother were cousins, so Jimmy and I were cousins. I remember visiting at his parent's house and visiting with Aunt Annie (Jimmy's Grandmother) who lived with him and his parents. I remember him from Greenbrier school days...even though he was a few years older but he was in my sister's class, so we were cuzs at school too. Rest in peace cuz, for your work on earth is done. Prayers of comfort to Merle and Family! Bob and Margaret Acre😊ðŸ™ðŸ»
Dickey Goss
Sunday, December 18, 2022
So sorry to hear this! He was a great man! Prayers for all. RIP