Jimmie Deatrice Lendennie

It is with great sadness that the family of Jimmie Deatrice Lendennie announces his passing on August 10, 2020 after suffering from PSP (Progressive Supranuclear Palsy). A Memorial Service for Jimmie will be held at 1:00PM Saturday September 12, 2020 at Crawford-Bowers Funeral Home in Killeen.

Jimmie is survived by his wife (high school sweetheart) Connie of 58 years and their children, Kimberly Lendennie, Bunny (Larry) Kratzenburg and his sisters, Maxine and Jessie. Jimmie’s brother Gary Lee, Sr. passed away in 2019. Jimmie will also be forever remembered by his nieces, nephews, cousin and dear friends.

Jimmie was born in Blytheville, Arkansas in 1941 and moved to Hawthorne, California at the age of 18. Shortly after graduation from Hawthorne High School in 1961, he pursued his passion as a drummer and played with the band John, Judy and the Newport’s. In 1962, Jimmie joined the United States Army and was stationed in Germany. He served 3 years and was Honorable Discharged in 1965. He then re-enlisted in 1976, and was stationed at various posts within the United States. Jimmie retired for the United States Army in 1993 at the rank of Sergeant First Class after 22 years of service. During his spare time Jimmie was an active drummer in several bands keeping true to his passion. As a civilian, he was employed with DynCorp for 5 years as a helicopter mechanic and inspector. After his full retirement Jimmie continued to purse his passion as a drummer and enjoyed playing golf.

In lieu of flowers, please send donations in Jimmie D. Lendennie’s name to Disabled American Veterans donate.dav.org or Cure PSP contact [email protected].

The family would like to recognize the Community Living Center at the VA Temple, TX for the special care given to Jimmie