Jimmy attended Leon High School and graduated in 1957. He then attended FSU, was a member of Sigma Nu fraternity, and graduated with a bachelor’s degree in business. Jimmy was the president of Art-Craft Printers for over 30 years and later retired happily. He was married in 1962 to his wife, Margaret "Peggy" Squires. They were married in Carrabelle, Florida, at the United Methodist Church.
Jimmy was an avid hunter and fisherman and enjoyed the outdoors and nature.
He is survived by his wife, Peggy, two children, Jim, and Jack Higgins, four grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, and his sweet cat "Lucky."
There will be a celebration of life held at a later date. In Lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to; Big Bend Hospice House, 1723 Mahan Center Blvd., Tallahassee, Fl. 32308, or Ducks Unlimited Inc., 1 Waterfowl Way, Memphis, Tenn. 38120
