James Houston Obituary in Danville at Smith-Jackson Funeral Home

Obituary For James Houston

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Funeral Arrangements

Funeral Service

Date: Friday, June 18, 2021

Time: 1:00 p.m.

Place: St. James A.M.E. 124 E. Walnut Street Danville, Kentucky

Visitation: Beginning at 11:00 a.m. until time of service

Burial: Hilldale Cemetery Duncan Hill Rd Danville, Kentucky

James “Jimmy” Fleming Houston took his final rest on June 12, 2021 at Nicholasville Center for Health and Rehabilitation, Nicholasville, KY. Jimmy was born in Danville, KY on August 27, 1938 to the late William Thomas Houston and Ada Burdette.

Jimmy was preceded in death by brothers, Garfield Houston, Joe Robert Houston, John Houston, and William Houston; a sister, Emma Houston Thornton Jarmon; a daughter, Vickie Houston; and a grandson, Rhyan Doneghy.

Jimmy was formerly self-employed in landscaping, construction and mowing. His pride was in the love he shared with so many who called him brother, Daddy, Papaw, and Uncle Jimmy.

Jimmy leaves to cherish his memory three sons, Keith (Anna) Houston of Nicholasville, KY, James W. Houston of Danville, KY, Jeff (Jennifer Norman) Houston of Stanford, KY; one daughter, Lanal Faulkner of Danville, KY; two sisters, Bessie Mae Houston of Danville, KY and Estella Miller of Columbia, SC; 16 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; and 2 great-great grandchildren. An enormous host of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends will also treasure the memories they shared with Jimmy.

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Hey pops u will be truly miss u always was a good person had a good heart we will always love u from ur daughters Keisha, aleisha and ur son Bubby and ur grandkids NoahNolanNash and ur grand baby girl and ur friend April

Praying for the family! Love you all Michelle Peters Campos

Prayers to the family!

Prayers for the family Jimmy was a nice person rest in peace and may God bless the family.

Sam,Jim twist, & Jeffro, Love you like Brothers, May God Bless and Keep you through this difficult time. Praying for you all! K.T.

Family, We are so sorry for your loss. Jimmy was a very nice and friendly man. He will be truly missed. God Bless you all thru this difficult time now and always. Hugs and prayers. Jackie & Kathleen(McCormack) Lewis

So sorry..I remember him like it was yesterday he was a good man may God bless his soul..love and miss you..R.I.P my friend.gone but never forgotten.

Take your rest Jim Tom. You were truly one of a kind. Much love to the boys Keith, J2, and Jeff 💙💙 and the rest of the family. -Ann Love

Take your rest Jim Tom. You were truly one of a kind. Much love to the boys Keith, J2, and Jeff 💙💙 and the rest of the family.

One of the greatest men I know! He will truly be missed!!

One of the greatest people I know!! He will truly be missed.

Prayers for the family, may you find comfort in the word of the Lord. I remember him well...always a nice person to many. Doris A. Richard

Oh This Man right here was a great friend and full of love and life. He was always kind to me and my family and I will truly miss him. God rest his soul. Praying for the family and I love you Tooly, Keith and Jeff and the rest of the family! Love Annie Smith

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