IN LOVING MEMORY OF

Jimmie Lee

Jimmie Lee Townsend Profile Photo

Townsend

Jun 3, 1957 — Apr 18, 2025

Ruleville

Obituary

Jimmie Lee Townsend was a compassionate and loving soul, always bringing warmth and kindness to those around him. He had a heart full of generosity, always ready to lend a helping hand and share a smile with everyone he met. He was one of the biggest fans of the New York Giants.

He was a jokester, dancer, and most importantly the life of the party. He loved his friends of which were all special. His presence was a source of comfort and joy, leaving a lasting impact on the lives of his family and friends. He lived his life with no regrets, embracing each moment with love and gratitude. Jimmy knew the Lord and was a member of the New Jerusalem Church.

Jimmy Lee's educational background is no stranger. He was a proud graduate of Ruleville Central High School and Princeton University. He was a Entrepnenur Painter. He was very down to earth. He was very chasmatic and would say pimping ain't easy but somebody got to do it.

His memory will forever be cherished, a beautiful reminder of the love he gave so selflessly. He will always be remembered and deeply missed.

Jimmy Lee Townsend was proceeded in death by parents: Alice Mae and Aaron Townsend, Siblings: Oscar Johnson, Fred Lee Kirkwood, Pearlie James, Linda Shaw, Humphrey Townsend, Louise Redmond, Alexander Townsend, Velton Townsend, J.P. Townsend, Jim Aaron Townsend, Lou Ella Jefferson, Margie Carter, Virgie Lee Smith, Emma Lee Swann, Mary Lou Townsend, and Carrie Mae.

Cherished memories are his three children: Jimmie Allen, Monokie Kontrell Smith, and Jarena Allen. Siblings: Deloris Shipp, Marvin Townsend, Vessie Townsend; Sister-in-Law Ruthie Townsend, and a special Brother-in-Law: Arthur Lee Shaw. Precious Grandchildren: Valencia Williams, Jimmiya Allen, Chernesse Reed, jaQuan Reed, Jakaiden Allen, LaLa Harlan. He leaves behind a host of nieces, nephews, friends, and cousins in addition to a special friend better known as "Wife" Linda Fulton.

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Funeral Services

Visitation

May
2

Friday

4:00 - 6:30 pm

Funeral Service

May
3

Saturday

New Jerusalem M.B. Church - Ruleville

, Cleveland, MS 38732

Starts at 11:00 am

Interment

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