James Donald “Jimmy Don” Dickinson, 83, of Greenville, died on Wednesday, January 11, 2023 at his residence. Born May 3, 1939 in Greenville, 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.
Survivors include his wife of 55 years, Beverly Dickinson of Greenville; daughter, Cammie (Scott) McIntosh of Greenville; son, Jason (Lori) Dickinson of Powderly; grandchildren, Presley (Trent Logan) McIntosh, Jacob Dickinson, Justin Dickinson; sister-in-law, Sue Dickinson of Greenville; brother-in-law, Jerry (Patty) Kennedy of Powderly.
Funeral services will be Monday, January 16 at 11:00 a.m. at Gary’s Funeral Home in Greenville, with Rev. Tom Stovall officiating assisted by Rev. George Thompson. Burial will follow in Evergreen Cemetery in Greenville. Masonic Services were performed Sunday, January 15 at 7:00 p.m. Visitation is Monday, January 16 from 9:00 a.m. until time of service at Gary’s Funeral Home.
Online condolences to the family may be made at www.garysfuneralhome.net
