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Jimmy Brackett passed from this life on July 26th, 2025. He was born on April 19th, 1950, to parents Charles and Flora (Quinton) Brackett in St. Louis, Missouri and grew up in Farmington, Missouri, alongside his 10 sisters and 2 brothers.
Jimmy married Marilyn Jones, sharing 15 years together. The couple were introduced by two of their siblings and were married shortly after. They had 5 precocious kids and lived throughout Missouri, Arkansas, Colorado, Texas, and Alabama.
Most days, you could find Jimmy outside, tinkering with his cars and listening to music. He loved talking on the phone with his family every day.
Jimmy is preceded in death by his parents, Charles Brackett and Flora (Quinton) Brackett, his beloved son, Lil’ Jim, his sisters, Wilma, Betty, Christine, Susie, June Ann, and his brother Billy. Beloved brother and sister-in-law’s through the years along with several nieces and nephews.
Jimmy is survived by his children; Soni ( Randy) McCormick of GA, Jamie (Pete) Appleton of WI, Charlotte (Kevin-honorary son) Brackett of FL, and Shane (Andrea) Brackett of IL. His grandchildren; Amber (Ryan) Jones, Jacob (Katie) Mueller, Alex (Charity) Brackett, all of WI and brand new grandchild, Aria June of IL. His great-
grandchildren; Slate Jahnke, Lina, Izzy with one on the way and Aurora Mueller, all of WI. His siblings; Bobby Brackett of AR, Sharon Brackett of MO, Ricky Snider, Terry Johnson, Brenda Fuller, Rhonda Hastings and Janean Hynes, all of AL and his honorary little brother, Brett Harrison also of AL. Along with 2 other children, Tina and Victor Brewer and their families of MO. from a previous marriage. And his grandson, CJ Vanderbohl of MO.
Jimmy will be remembered for his sense of humor, creative ideas, and his curious kitchen concoctions. He was always up for a joke and a beer. He was good-natured and kind. He will be missed by so many.
Per Jimmy’s wishes, cremation has taken place with no formal services to be held. His ashes will be scattered at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you perform a random act of kindness in any way you can.
The Brackett family is being assisted by Georgia Cremation-Fayetteville. 1086 Hwy 54 West, Fayetteville, Georgia 30214. (770)756-8702
Kevin/Charlotte says
Kevin an Charlotte BRACKETT Would like to Thank My Sister Soni 1st,, an All the Brackett an Jonsies for the kind msgs an Prayers..TY Mom for all your support..We Love all of You and Deeply Appreciate ❤️ the Prayers…DADDY IS DEEP IN OUR HEARTS FOR EVERY HUMAN EMOTION,, IM STRUGGLING JUST SAYING DAD, SORRY..I ALWAYS LOVE JUST SHARING DIFFERENT STORYS W/HIM WE WOULD LAUGH TIL THE AIR WAS GONE…KEVIN, Dad, an Shane could open the Heavens w/ laughter..an alot BS they Did..not my story to tell…just Lucky Enough to have a Ear at the table…Love you so Much Dad R.I.P
Lissa Jones says
I met Jim when I was about 5 1/2 years old…almost 55 years ago, my sisyer married him and he became my brother. With that he brought his huge family to blend with our big family. He was a handsome man with a big smile, a great laugh and kind stoic energy. When I remember him ill always see him laughing, talking some BS and think of him fondly. Love you Jim RIP 🙏
Blessings, prayers and love to his children, grandchildren and family. His loss will leave a gap in so many hearts.
Bob Brackett says
Will miss you Jimmy, be sure and tell everyone hi and I miss them also.
Terry Johnson says
I’m going to miss you Jimmy I have so many memories that you left me. THIS hurts like hell but I know that you are pain free. Tell everyone up there I said Hi and I miss them all. love you BIG Brother see you up there.
Joyce says
Dear Family, I am deeply sorry for the loss of your Father, and Grandfather, Bro. Uncle, and friend. to find the words to express how sad I am is difficult. I do believe that everyone has their own special way in touching the lives of others, and Jimmy touched many lives, and they will always remember him. He will be truly missed. He taught our children to be kind, respectful (esp. to the elderly and women) he also insisted that they treat people good. Inspite of some bad times, there were a lot of good and fun times, love and laughter. With my deepest sympathy I will keep all of you in my prayers. Psalms 68: 20 says, The true God is for us a God who saves; And Jehovah the Sovereign Lord provides escape from death. May Jehovah’s promise for the future sustains you in your time of grief. read Jeremiah 29: 11,12 and Revelation 21: 3,4,5. Our treasures of the heart are memories that help us cope with grievous and difficult times and they help us to go on and comfort us now and times to come. With much love to our children Mom (Aunt Joyce) and (grandma)