Jimmy Wayne Fannett
On Wednesday, August 18th, 2021, our beloved “Big Jim” passed away at the age of 73. Jimmy was born on March 7th, 1948, in Beaumont, Texas, to Charles and Nellie Fannett.
In his seventy-three years he was a busy man, if you asked him if he was busy, he would say busier than a cut worm in a tomato patch. He was Head Maintenance for Baten Arms Elderly Facility, an Offshore Cook for SHRM, a Master-carpenter for E. R. Dupris Construction Developer and worked all over the world for Ramco and Fluor. As he retired, he spent his time restoring the home where he grew up into the house of his dreams with his wife Grace. We will remember him for his wonderful stories, his one-handed clap, hilarious jokes and laugh that could shake a building. We will carry his memory in our hearts and continue to share his jokes to make people laugh which was his favorite thing to do. Jimmy’s Facebook page will remain open, and all are welcome to post memories and final words to him there.
He is survived by the love of his life, Grace; his daughter, Darla (Lloyd) Jinnah Fannett Vernon; stepdaughter, Dorothy (Aaron) Steinblock; stepson, Guy Spell; granddaughters, Ashley (Malcolm) Janise, Tiffanie (Gregory) Zellmer, Scarlet Spell, and Summer Rose Spell; grandsons, Horace Allen Theal, Jordan Spell, and Andrew Steinblock; and great-grandchildren, Krislynn Ann Hollingsworth, Trayvin Allen Janise, Noah Ray Janise, Bryston Allen Theal, Kayson Domingo Theal, and Audriana Zellmer.
Jimmy is preceded in death by his parents and brother, Billy Joe Fannett.
Happy Early Heavenly Birthday Daddy We love and Miss you and All that you were and all that You did and all that you’ve Provided for us Physically Spiritually and Mentally . Forever and Always , and Never You life your Will and Your Works shall never be forgotten ❤️
I’ve know Jim for more than 65 years, going all the
way back to Bingman Elementary. To all of his family
and friends, Jim will not be forgotten among those of
us who knew him.
Rest In Peace, my friend.
Paul Anawaty
North Platte, Nebraska
SPHS, 1966
Thank you sir , my apologies for not replying soonerMr. PAUL Anawaty, I’m just now reviewing this ackowlegemnt,
Wow To think of such a time of 65 YEARS ‘ what a true, Blessing to have those Years to reflect upon, In remembrance of my Father????, I only have the Blessing of 48 of those years, How ever as and as you may know there were several years that I didn’t get to have due to his work life . I was always proud of my Father in his worst of times in his life and the Best of Days of his life, his personality was over the top , he could lighten up the darkest or ugliest of moments with his sense of humor and practical jokes, when you seen my daddy the eveiroment just changed for the better ,it was as if he depised seeing any sadness or glommy ugliness in others … His mission purpose Ibelieve was to battle againts those negitives and guaranteed if dad was around you were were gonna smile and laugh at some point and time in his presence no matter the sistuation. I believe that was his true calling in life all the while Providing for and protecting h8s family and friends and loved ones with his Witt and his ability to be smarter than what he was working with throughout his years , I’m very humbled these days Knowing his soul and spitit are free, Mr.Anawaty your long time friend since school and My Fathers well Sir His Time here in this ole world we live in was Chrerished by you along with myself and other family and friends Sir, The Heavens are rejoicing as his job here on Earth was not in Vein, and that his journey in life served a purpose in so many lives that he had aways provided a positive feeling in the peoples no matter race or creed or any staus . My Family and I are Wishing you and your family Well wishes Always Mr. Anawaty sincerely Daughter of your Life long and Dear Friend Jimmy Wayne Fanett ❤️ ???? ????????