Born March 20, 1953 in Staunton, he was a son of the late Herman Arnold Eavey and Mabel Virginia (Rickman) Stott.
Prior to retirement, Jimmy worked as a cook at Wilson Rehabilitation Center and various restaurants. He was a U.S. veteran having served his country honorably with the Marines. Jimmy was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Waynesboro.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Ray Arnold Eavey; and his maternal grandmother who raised him, Florence Rickman.
Survivors include his two sons, James Eavey of AZ and Sidney Eavey of Waynesboro; two sisters, Diane Morgan of Swoope and Doris Aleshire of Waynesboro; aunt, Judy Hatcher of Waynesboro; grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and a number of nieces and nephews.
Following cremation, there will be no formal services.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Reynolds Hamrick Funeral Homes of Staunton.
Relatives and friends may share condolences and memories with the family online by visiting www.reynoldshamrickfuneralhomes.com
