Jimmy Dale Gipson, 79, of Atkins, passed away Monday, August 26, 2019, at his home surrounded by his family. He was born February 4, 1940, in Wilson Township, son of the late Willie and Alta Bernice Faucet Gipson.
He was preceded in death by his wife of 53 years, Carolyn Gipson; daughter, Rebecca Gipson; granddaughter, Jacquelyn Nicole Gipson; 7 brothers, Ray, Carnell, Calvin, Carl, Charles, Jerry and Larry Don Gipson; and a sister, Jean Boyce.
He is survived by 4 sons, Jimmy Gipson, Jr. and fiancée Tammy, Michael Gipson and wife Robin, Neil Gipson and wife Misty, and Ronnie Gipson and wife Andrea; 2 daughters, Mary Ann Gipson and Teresa and husband Kelby Barker; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren; 2 brothers, Bobby Gipson and Danny Gipson and wife Evelyn; and sister, Judy and husband Bobby Higgins.
Funeral services are 10:00 AM, Thursday, August 29, at Lemley Chapel with Rev. David Bishop officiating. Burial is in Atkins City Cemetery under the direction of Lemley Funeral Service of Atkins. Visitation is from 6:00-8:00 PM, Wednesday.
Pallbearers will be his grandchildren.
Online obituary and condolences are available at www.lemleyfuneral.com.