of North Little Rock, AR
February 24, 1939 - November 19, 2016
Jimmie Lee Dempsey of North Little Rock, Arkansas, passed away on November 19, 2016. He was of Baptist faith. He was born on February 24, 1936 to the late Smith and Ruby Dempsey in North Little Rock. He is preceded in death by his parents; one son, Jimmy Joe Dempsey; three brothers, Edward ''Jack'' Dempsey, Earl ''Mickey'' Dempsey and Bobby ''Jerl'' Dempsey; and one sister Velma Dempsey. Jimmie is survived by his wife of 37 years, Gloria Dempsey; one son, Johnny Dempsey; three daughters, Cindy (Mike) Yancey, Susie Singletary and Sharon (Nicky) Barnett; one sister, Ruby (Bryant) Allen; nine grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren, along with a host of friends and relatives. Jimmie was a lifetime resident of North Little Rock. He was a member of the Bakers and Confectioners Union for over 40 years and worked at Meyers Bakery, Wonder Bakery and Merico before he retired. After retiring, Jimmie enjoyed his morning coffee with his friends at the VFW club on East Broadway. He enjoyed fishing, boating, camping and water sports, especially on Lake Ouachita and at Willow Beach. Visitation will be from 4PM to 6PM on Monday, November 21, 2016 at Roller-Owens Funeral Home, 5509 John F. Kennedy Blvd., North Little Rock, AR (501)791-7400. Graveside service will be at 3PM on, Tuesday, November 22, 2016 at Mountain Springs Cemetery, Hwy 5, Cabot, AR., with Reverend Dale Scott officiating. Online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/owens
Johnny, Susie, Mikey and Lee and the rest of the Dempsey family I am so sorry about the passing of your father my condolences and prayers are with you all.
With heartfelt sympathy to Johnny, and the family. May God embrace you with peace and comfort during this difficult time.
My condolences to the Dempsey family and much blessings , I really enjoyed Jimmies personality over the years . He will be missed.
God be with the family
Rest in peace Uncle Jimmie. Love you.
Rest in peace uncle Jimmie