James R. "Jimmy" Munn

1928 - 2010

James R. "Jimmy" Munn obituary, 1928-2010

BORN

1928

DIED

2010

FUNERAL HOME

Browning Funeral Home

141 West Oxford Street

Pontotoc, Mississippi

James Munn Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Mar. 17, 2010.

Jimmy Munn, Pontotoc

James R. "Jimmy" Munn, age 82 of Pontotoc, died March 17, 2010 at NMMC in Tupelo after a brief illness. He was a longtime member and deacon of First Baptist Church, an Army Veteran , and a Civitan. Jimmy was a salesman and distributor for Tom's Toasted Peanuts for 55 years.

Services will be at 11:00 AM Friday, March 19, 2010 at First Baptist Church in Pontotoc, MS with Dr. Ken Hester and Dr. Nathan Cothen officiating. Burial will follow in the Pontotoc City Cemetery. Browning Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Survivors include his wife of 58 years, Dolores Weatherall Munn of Pontotoc, MS; his four daughters: Brenda Holloway (David) of Clinton, MS, Melissa Campbell (Preston) of Pontotoc, MS, Vicki Cothen (Nathan) of Beaumont, TX and Lori Parker (Dale) of Clinton, MS; his brother: Hayward Munn of Pontotoc, MS and his 7 grandchildren: Lan and Brandon Holloway, Georgia Claire Campbell, Emory and Ethan Cothen, Reed and Jake Parker.

He was preceded in death by his parents: Ulton and Callie Sappington Munn, 4 sisters and 2 brothers.

Pallbearers will be: Emory Cothen, Lan Holloway, David Holloway, Dale Parker, Preston Campbell and Ray Chaudoin. Honorary pallbearers will be the Jimmy Wise Sunday School Class.

The visitation will be held at First Baptist Church, Thursday from 5 to 8 PM in the fellowship hall and Friday from 10 to 11AM in the sanctuary.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to First Baptist Church Missions Fund, 31 Washington Street, Pontotoc, MS 38863.

Condolences may be offered at www.Browningpontotoc.com

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March 20, 2010

Jennifer Zemaitis

To Mrs. Delores and all the family. All my love and prayers are with you. Mr. Jimmy was one of my second Dads and such a huge influence on my growing up years. From slumber parties in the Tom's warehouse, to baby kittens that always seemed to find their way home with us after a visit to the Munn's, and of course those fateful Halloween nights trick or treating and walking through the corn patch. I bet my finger prints were still imbedded on his arm. He never forgot me and all the special times he shared with us girls and I'll certainly never forget him. He was truly a gem and will be greatly missed by everyone who knew him!

March 20, 2010

To Lori and her family, we wish to send our deepest sympathies on the death of your father. Viewing his life through this montage and having known the wonderful daughter he raised, he was a fine man and will surely be missed. Dale and Heidi Johnson, Clinton Ms

March 20, 2010

Melanie Sneed-Cummings

Lori, so sorry to hear about your father. I will continue to pray for you and your family during this difficult time. Heaven gained a wonderful man!

March 20, 2010

Dolly & Raymond Rice

You were blessed to have had such an honorable man to lead the way for you in life. God of comfort will remind you of happy momories forever. Love to you.

March 19, 2010

Vicki Barnett

Vicki,
I am so sorry for the loss of your father. After viewing the Memorial I can see that he had a life well lived and was a very special man. You look so much like him. Please know that I am praying for you and your family.
I love you,
Vicki Barnett

March 19, 2010

Charles Gosa

We are so sorry to hear of Jimmy's passing.Being a part of Tom's for 40 years, I have some good memories of Jimmy.Such a nice person with always something good to say about everyone.

March 18, 2010

I am so sorry about Mr. Jimmy. My thoughts and prayers are with ya;ll. at the time.. GOD loves ya;ll and I do too.. Love always Eileen W. C.N.A.,,,,N.M.M.C. 2 SOUTH..

March 18, 2010

We are so sorry to hear about Jimmy. My mother dearly loved your family. We will remember you in our prayers.

Ken and Janice Forester Storey (Josephine Johnson Forester's daughter)

March 18, 2010

Kim Cayson

I will miss Mr. Munn. I have always enjoyed talking with him from the time I first moved to Pontotoc and used to wait on him at the bank until recently when I saw him at church or at the gym. He was always an encouragement to me and a great Christian example. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with your family.

March 18, 2010

Mickey Gentry

What a great Christian Gentleman Jimmy was. He always had that great smile for everyone. We will miss his faithfulness at First Baptist Pontotoc.

March 18, 2010

I am extremely sorry about your loss and know that he will be sorely missed by you the family and many friends.. I will be praying for you during this difficult time. Due to being sick, I will be unable to attend visitation or the services. Your family will be in my prayers. Frances Sneed Killibrew

March 18, 2010

Michelle Grissette

We were sadden to hear of the passing of Bro.Munn,but have been blessed to know of his rich and rewarding legacy. May the Lord continue to strengthen and comfort you in His love.

Michelle Grissette
Kerry Williams

March 18, 2010

I was extremely sorry to hear about Mr. Jimmy. I thought alot of him. I know that he will be sorely missed, especially at the gym. If there's anyway I can help you, don't hesitate to call. Your friend from the gym, James Little.

March 18, 2010

Wayne Carter

Jimmy Munn was my Training Union teacher in the late Fifties and as such became a role model for me. He strongly influenced me in my decision to become a Christian. I've always appreciated his generosity and graciousness. While Tom's snacks are no longer produced, I'll think of Jimmy whenever I break open a package of 'nabs.'

March 18, 2010

Lauren Moore

The ministry of your family has reached so many lives.We are praying for you during this difficult time. May the Lord comfort you always.

Kevin & Lauren Moore
Dakota Ratcliff

March 17, 2010

Bryan & Christine Welborn

We are touched by the Christian legacy of Mr. Munn. Your family is in our prayers.

March 17, 2010

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