Jimmy L. Turnipseed

In times of sorrow, it can be consoling to reflect upon how our lives have been enriched by the love we have given and the love we have received. Sunday morning, October 4, 2015, an angel of the Lord came and transitioned our beloved Jimmy L. Turnipseed from this earthly life to sweet fellowship with the saints in heaven. Without looking back to bid us farewell, he crossed over into a land that is fairer than day. Jimmy was born on April 19, 1948 in Jonesboro, Georgia to the late John William and Odessa P. Turnipseed. The fifth of nine children, he was a bright-eyed and healthy baby. He grew up to be a very smart student in school. He completed high school from W.A. Fountain High School and furthered his education at Morris Brown College. He became a teacher in the Atlanta Public School System. He had a passion for teaching and especially wanted young people to be educated. He later began a career with Southern Bell Telephone Company in February 1980. He held several positions within the company. He was a dedicated employee for 28 ½ years. He retired from Southern Bell/BellSouth/AT&T in September 2008. Jimmy accepted Christ at an early age and joined Shiloh Baptist Church in Jonesboro, Georgia under the pastorship of Reverend T.L. Connally and Reverend W.C. Smith and continued his service as a faithful member. He was a member of several choirs at Shiloh Baptist Church and also sang with the male chorus at Andrews Chapel United Methodist Church also in Jonesboro, Georgia. Jimmy’s passion was singing and expressing his love for God in songs. Jimmy had a smile that would light up any room. His spirit was of true love to each and every one that he met. The love of God shined in his face. Jimmy enjoyed traveling to different parts of the world and he really took advantage of the slogan “Delta Is Ready When You Are.” Jimmy had a special love for his family and friends. He loved to share fun times with his loved ones whether it be dinners, family reunions, holidays or just engaging in conversations. Jimmy enjoyed working towards making his community a better place to live. He was a member of Black Concerned Citizens in Clayton County with Senator Gail Davenport and was treasurer in the organization. His life will be remembered and memories cherished by his loving and devoted family of three sisters, Hattie Ruth Pittman, Shirley A. Hayes, and Marian E. Turnipseed; a brother, Nathaniel Turnipseed; an aunt, Katetrine Tuggle; and a host of nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great- nephews, other relatives and numerous friends.

Jimmy L. Turnipseed

April 19, 1948 - October 4, 2015