Jimmy was born in Brownsville on February 18, 1939. He graduated from Brownsville high school in 1958 and went on to graduate from the University of Texas College of Pharmacy in June of 1963. He worked as a Pharmacist up until May of 2024 when he fell ill. Jimmy loved his job and serving his customers and the community. His servant's heart extended to his church, Our Lady of Guadalupe, where he served in any way needed.
Jimmy loved fishing and hunting and always had a funny story to tell. He had a big smile and an infectious laugh. He was very loved and will be sorely missed by all who knew him. Jimmy will live in our hearts forever.
The family wishes to express a special thank you to Ines Angel Montes and Moises Estrada. They were always there when help was needed and continue to be a blessing. Additional thank you to Dr. Francis Gumble, Dr. Fadi Alfayoumi, the office staff and the caregivers at Valley Baptist Medical Center-Brownsville for the excellent care Jimmy received.
James is survived by his wife: Diana Vera; his siblings: Irma, Sister Maria Luisa and Placido Jr; his children: Jill (Mike), Jana (John), Cheryl (John), John (Liz), Jason; his grandchildren: Casey, Erin, Melinda, Jaclyn; his great grandchildren: Lily, Owen and several nieces and nephews to cherish his memory.
A visitation for James will be held Thursday, October 10, 2024 from 2:00 PM to 9:00 PM with a Rosary at 7:00 pm in Chapel of Peace, at Funeraria del Angel Buena Vista, 125 McDavitt Blvd, Brownsville, Texas 78521. A mass will occur Friday, October 11, 2024 at 10:00 AM at Our Lady of Guadalupe, 1200 Lincoln St, Brownsville, Texas 78521. A burial will occur Friday, October 11, 2024 at 11:00 AM at Buena Vista Burial Park, 5 McDavitt Blvd, Brownsville, Texas 78521.
Serving as pallbearers are: Michael Hurt, John Davidson, John Hodson, Lio Salinas, Jaime Ruiz and Rudy Buitureira.
Serving as Honorary pallbearers are: Eddie Lucio, Jason Hodson, Ralph Ramirez, Hector Martinez, Curtis Bell, Cal Ward, John Kiowski, Jim McNeil, Paul O'Leary, Placido Vera Jr and Danny Salinas.
