James Abernathy

PERRYVILLE, Mo. -- James "Jimmy" Benjamin Abernathy, 59, of Perryville died Saturday, June 25, 2022.

He was born Dec. 23, 1962, in Inglewood, California, to Robert E. and Linda Reinke Abernathy.

He served in the Army.

James was a forklift operator at Gilster-Mary Lee in Perryville.

He was a member of the Perryville Country Club. James liked fishing, playing golf and watching Cardinal baseball.

Survivors include former spouse, Pamela Abernathy of Perryville; son, Matthew J. Abernathy of Perryville; stepdaughter, Danielle Martinez; brother, Robert L. Abernathy; sisters, Cynthia M (Roberto) Brito and Joy L (Michael) Francis; and two grandchildren, Kolten Little and Malachi Martinez.

James was preceded in death by his father and an infant son, James J. Abernathy.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date.

Ford and Young Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Online condolences may be made at www.fordandyoungfuneralhome.com.