Jimmy Ray Zundel,

SING PRAISE! Into HIS presence, dad peacefully went ETERNALLY home on March 19, 2010 at home , surrounded by the love and care of his children. Jimmy Ray Zundel, Sr., 69, born to James Raleigh and Fern Zundel in Hartley, TX. He touched many lives, was LOVED by many and had a strong fighting spirit like no other. Jimmy was the last of 14 brothers and sisters. His mother died when he was four. He was our ROCK, a leader both in life and death. He was a keen-eyed craftsman with exceptional attention to detail , captivating story-teller, and a witty sense of humor and a jolly laugh. He loved a good JOKE especially when played on someone else! Best known for his unbeatable ""Mulligan's Stew"" and in 1952/53 he held the record for the 50 yard dash. A gift he definitely passed on to his children!! Run dad Run! His was compassionate, intelligent, sensitive, caring and loved many things animals, thunderstorms, sweets, pecans, Pecos cantaloupes, cowboy boots, southern food, bean cherries and reading everything about WW11 and the military. He was an active member of Chisholm Baptist Church. Saying goodbye to a PARENT is one of the hardest journey's in life. When Jimmy was diagnosed with lung cancer he prayed not that God would heal him, but that God would give him a ""Positive Attitude"". Jimmy will be greatly missed and remembered for his candor approach, resilient demeanor to overcome much pain, loss, suffering and disappointments in his short life. A rich legacy we embrace. He lives in our hearts as an example to love others and find joy regardless of the pain and suffering this world delivered because of John 3:16-17, and Romans 8:28. Mr. Zundel was preceded by his ""Beloved Son"" Tommy Duane Zundel and his faithful dog 'Abigail"". He is survived by caring ex-wife Amie Sorgenfri, son, Jimmy Ray Zundel Jr.; daughters, Fern Alice Warner, Ann Margarett Jacobs, Dora Lee Zundel, and Ruby Mae Zundel; son-in-laws Gary Warner and Ted Jacobs ; ten Grandchildren, Brian & Bradley Batts, April Warner, Wendy Finkle, Joshua Warner, Kristen Zundel, Caleb King , Kortnie & Megan Zundel, Erika Breazeale; two great grandchildren, (and one on the way) Christian & Diamond Finkle; and a host of relatives, friends and four-legged friends! We praise GOD for the gift HE gave us when He blessed us with ""Dad"" known as ""J.R."". Up till the end it was quoted often, ""He is an amazingly strong man"". He is now in the Comfort of our LORD and SAVIOR.Visitation will be held 1:00 p.m. Friday, followed by a ""Celebration Service ""at 2:00 p.m. at Resthaven Funeral Home. Interment Resthaven Memory Gardens.To convey condolences please visit [email protected]. Family and friends may view the online obituary, sign the guestbook, and send their condolences at www.resthavencolorado.com. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, memorials be given to the SPCA of Texas @214-461-1831 or www.spca.org .