Jimmy Wayne George, passed in peace on Wednesday, May 1, 2024, at the age of 66. Jimmy was born on Nov. 24, 1957 to Mary Alice and Felix Filander George Sr. in Lincoln County, where he lived his entire life. 

In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his son, Jimmy Wayne George Jr.; grandson, Felix Ray George; sisters, Margaret Goosby and Lucille George; half-sisters, Ruby Simmons, Mary Alice Thomas and Frances Skuffla; half-brothers, Robert George and Felix ‘Jack’ George Jr.; and nephew, Jason Collins.

He is survived by his loving children, David Wayne (Jennifer) George and Kassie Michelle (Nicholas) Ballard; devoted grandchildren, Colton Wayne George, Alan Wayne Stewart, Scarlett Mae Stewart, Ava Claire George, Isabella Maryanna Ballard; one loving sister, Barbara Ann Collins; nieces, Jessica and Amber; and nephews, Johnny and Jeffrey.

Jimmy will be fondly remembered by his friends at Goodman where he worked for more than years and his friends at Machale’s Towing where he ended his working career. Jimmy devoted his life to raising his children with love and doting on his grandchildren. He will be missed dearly.

Funeral services were held Saturday, May 4, 2024, in the chapel of Gallant-Riverview Funeral Home with Bro. Johnny Collins officiating. Burial followed in Mulberry Cemetery.

Gallant-Riverview Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Mr. Jimmy Wayne George.