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“Jimmy was the first friend I had when I moved to Little Rock back in 1988. We met working at Kroger on Shackleford Rd. Jim & I were like brothers...Read More »
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1 of 50 | Posted by: Eddie Rose
- Pocahontas, AR
“Jimmy was a good friend. I loved him
like a brother. He will always be in
our hearts.
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2 of 50 | Posted by: Dannny Johnson - Mobile, , AL
“I only just found out about Jimmy's passing. Last time I saw him, he'd been with Kroger for probably a year. We met in middle school and were very...Read More »
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3 of 50 | Posted by: Michael Turner - Springdale, AR
“Judy, I am sorry to read of your brothers
passing, my thoughts are with you and your family.
Nina
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4 of 50 | Posted by: Nina Carroll Thompsom - Sherwood, AR
“Kathy and children;
I know your sadness is overwhelming right now - but, just know that Jim's memory is warm in your hearts and will bring comfort...Read More »
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5 of 50 | Posted by: Michelle Trimue Cleveland - AR
“I just want to express my sincere condolences to Jame's family & friends. I worked alongside him at Kroger and remember him as a pleasant and kind...Read More »
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6 of 50 | Posted by: Jalane Jackson (Kroger) - AR
“Kathy: I am so sorry for the loss that you and your family had to endure. May God bless and comfort each and every one of you.
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7 of 50 | Posted by: Melody Binns - Hot Springs, AR
“Dee, Linda and family, I didn't know Jimmy but by watching the video and seeing the memories shared by friends and family, I feel like I did. ...Read More »
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8 of 50 | Posted by: shirleycaldwellhendricks - AR
“Losing a loved one is very difficult for everyone involved. May God comfort you now and the days ahead. Those that live in the hearts of others,...Read More »
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9 of 50 | Posted by: Angie Avery Ray - Bixby, OK
“Jimmy played on my brother, Price Gardner's, baseball team at Rosedale Optimist Club when Jimmy was 10 and Price was 12. The team was Dean's Milk,...Read More »
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10 of 50 | Posted by: Lisa Gardner Ring - Little Rock, AR
“So shocked. Jimmy was one of the nicest young men we have ever known. Knew him from church at Rosedale as a little boy and then at Kroger. He also...Read More »
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11 of 50 | Posted by: Linda Dicus - Benton, AR - Friend
“Kathy - My thoughts and prayers are with you and the children and the entire family during this difficult time.
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12 of 50 | Posted by: Lisa Usdrowski - Hot Springs
“I am very sorry for your loss. my thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.
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13 of 50 | Posted by: Kerry Holmes - mount vernon, AR
“Dee and Virgil, I am deeply saddened to hear of the loss of your son. I never knew Jimmy, but just looking at his picture, I see a wonderful young...Read More »
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14 of 50 | Posted by: Emma Duncan - Little Rock, AR
“Jimmy has left pleasant memories with so many people. We enjoyed many activities with him as members of the Central Arkansas Corvette Club and later...Read More »
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15 of 50 | Posted by: Ralph Rimmer - Sheridan, AR
“I love you both so much. My deepest
prayers go up for you and your family.
May God comfort your hearts & minds and ease your feelings of loss....Read More »
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16 of 50 | Posted by: Taivas Onni Marshall - AR
“Dee & Brother Virgil: I am so very sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
I hope to see you soon.
Sincerely...Read More »
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17 of 50 | Posted by: Kathryn Luebke Marshall - AR
“My heart goes out to Jimmy and his family. I know that he is truly in a better place now and no longer hurting. Those of us left behind will need...Read More »
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18 of 50 | Posted by: Steven Snow - Little Rock, AR
“My deepest and most sincere sympathy is with all of the family during this time of loss. I workded with Jimmy for 15 years at Kroger and attended...Read More »
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19 of 50 | Posted by: Bob Burchfield
“If only passing by Jimmy always had a strong presence and smile.
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20 of 50 | Posted by: LaTonya Bonds-Bradley,Kroger - AR
“my thoughts are with you at this time,he was a nice,thoughtful guy to work with.just remember he is telling jokes up in heaven just like he always...Read More »
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21 of 50 | Posted by: mary gusewelle - little rock, AR
“Kathy, and all the family. I am so sorry about Jimmy. He was too young to go, but only God knows why. Bennie and I always thought so much of your...Read More »
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22 of 50 | Posted by: mary bivens - Alexander, AR
“Was just informed tonight of Jimmy's passing. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family.
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23 of 50 | Posted by: Teresa J. Welch - Benton, AR
“Dee and family...We are so sorry for your loss. Please know that we are praying for you during this difficult time.
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24 of 50 | Posted by: Kerry and Keta Young - AR
“Kathy I am so sorry to hear of your loss. It is never easy to lose a loved one especially one as special as Jimmy. You and all your family are in...Read More »
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25 of 50 | Posted by: Donna Brumett - Bryant, AR
“I have known Jimmy for 12 years since moving to Little Rock. A really great guy to work with. He was an asset to Kroger and to all who knew him.
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26 of 50 | Posted by: Ed Slater - Little Rock, AR
“We'd like to extend our most sincere sympathy. Our thoughts are with all of you.
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27 of 50 | Posted by: Jay and Brenda Van Orden - TN
“Our most sincere condolences and sympathy to Jimmy's family and friends. He was such a fine man with a generous, unselfish nature and endless...Read More »
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28 of 50 | Posted by: Jean and Gloria White - Okolona, AR
“Jimmy was a wonderful person, I am grateful for having known him and his beautiful smile. He was such a pleasure to work with. I am deeply saddened...Read More »
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29 of 50 | Posted by: Kathy Pearson - Greenbrier, AR
“I had the pleasure of working with and knowing Jimmy through Kroger. He always had a smile. He will be missed by all who knew him.
Prayers to all,...Read More »
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30 of 50 | Posted by: Bobby & Debbie Kersh
“My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I worked with Jimmy at Kroger, what a remarkable man with the most amazing smile. He is truly missed. God...Read More »
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31 of 50 | Posted by: Nancy Weatherford - Roland, AR
“I am so sorry for your loss. Jimmy truly was one of a kind. He was a wonerful person. He was a kind and caring person. He will be missed.
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32 of 50 | Posted by: Jeremy Hammond - Little rock, AR
“prayers to you and your family
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33 of 50 | Posted by: carol and scott coleman - AR
“Deepest sympathies in your time of sorrow.
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34 of 50 | Posted by: Glenda Quisenberry - Sherwood, AR
“Kathy my thought and prayers are with you and your family. If you need to talk just let me know. God Bless.
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35 of 50 | Posted by: Terri Stewart Elmore - AR
“I am so very sorry for your loss. I know how much Jimmy meant to his family. I didn't know Jimmy personally but if he was anything like his sisters...Read More »
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36 of 50 | Posted by: Sherry Smith - Little Rock, AR
“Jimmy was a Good Friend to have. I will always remember his smiling face and positive character. I know he will be missed by all that crossed his...Read More »
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37 of 50 | Posted by: Richard Thompson - El Paso, TX
“Jimmy always had a smile on his face, a funny story to tell and a great attitude. Always ready to lend a hand and help anyone out. He never met a...Read More »
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38 of 50 | Posted by: Brent and Randi Gingerich - AR
“My family and I will be praying for Kathy & the kids, as well as the rest of the family. May God give you the peace and comfort that only He can give.
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39 of 50 | Posted by: Randy, Toni, & Ashley Baker - AR
“We want to send our deepest sympathies in the loss of Jimmy. I know he is going to missed by all his family and friends greatly. We love you all...Read More »
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40 of 50 | Posted by: John and Beverly Lawrence - OK
“Jimmy was a good friend,and a great co-worker.He will be missed greatly by all of his kroger family.
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41 of 50 | Posted by: ydalia flores - little rock, AR
“We are so sorry for your family's loss, and just want to say that we love you and know that you are blessed with special memories.
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42 of 50 | Posted by: Mary Alice and Raymond McPherson
“I am so very sorry for your loss. Jimmy was a great man and I am proud to have worked with him. He will be missed.
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43 of 50 | Posted by: Eric Robinson - Alexander, AR
“jimmy was a good friend and co worker i work with him at kroger and i am so sorry for your loss
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44 of 50 | Posted by: stephen rummel - little rock, AR
“Dee, Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
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45 of 50 | Posted by: Stephanie Eubanks - Little Rock, AR
“I'll be thinking about you and praying for you in the days ahead.
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46 of 50 | Posted by: Becky Looney - Benton, AR
“Our thoughts and Prayers are with the family at this difficult time. May your good times and memories help to bring you comfort.
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47 of 50 | Posted by: Chris & Rusty Hatfield - AR
“My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. So sorry for your loss.
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48 of 50 | Posted by: Tammy Winsor - Mabelvale, AR
“My thoughts and prayers go out to the Stapleton family during this difficult time. I will always remember Jimmy with a smile. God bless.
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49 of 50 | Posted by: Jerry Funderburg - Jacksonville, FL
“Prayers are with you at this most difficult time. May God comfort you in your loss and He will help you remember the good times and the cherished...Read More »
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50 of 50 | Posted by: Tom and Barbara Blount - Frisco, TX
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James Harold Stapleton, 47, departed this world on July 20th, 2011. He was born October 9th, 1963 in Little Rock Arkansas. He is survived by his mother Dee Luebke; his two sons Jordan Stapleton and Brandon McGuire; his two sisters Linda Jennings and Judy Gingerich; his granddaughter Isabella McGuire; the mother of his children Kathy McGuire; his niece Ashley Jennings and his nephew Brent Gingerich and a host of extended family members and friends.
Jimmy was a long time employee of Kroger and a member of Geyer Springs Baptist Church. He was the truest friend a person could ask for, a loving son, brother, husband and a wonderful father. Our lives are all richer for having known him. He will be deeply missed.
Funeral services will be held on Monday, July 25th, at 2:00 p.m. at Geyer Springs Baptist Church with Reverend Paul Sanders officiating. Burial will follow at Pinecrest Memorial Park in Alexander.
Visitation will from 6-8 p.m. Sunday, July 24th, at Griffin Leggett Forest Hills Funeral Home, 10200 Hwy 5 North, Alexander, AR 72002 (501)455-1067.
Please share your memories of Jimmy at www.griffinleggettforesthills.com
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