James “Jimmy” Wilson, 39, of North Platte, passed away Aug. 12, 2012, at his home.
He was born on Sept. 1, 1972, at North Platte to Gerald Lee and Sheila Ray (Griggs) Wilson. Jimmy attended North Platte High School where he lettered in gymnastics and participated in track.
He later worked construction, but his passion was cooking and catering. He loved spending time with his children.
Survivors include his parents; children, Damian, Alisha, Deone, Dillion, Yorick, Shawn, Olivia and Zoey; a grandson, Leo; his brothers, Richard (Nina) Wilson and Josh Wilson; grandmothers, Ellen Wilson and Billye Hyde; and other relatives.
He was preceded in death by his grandfathers, Hubert Wilson, Glen Hyde and Bill Griggs.
Cremation has been chosen. Services will be at 10 a.m. on Friday, Aug. 17, at the North Platte Cemetery.
Those wishing to sign the memorial book may do so from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., today and Thursday at Carpenter Memorial Chapel. Online condolences may be shared at carpentermemorial.com. Carpenter Memorial Chapel is in charge of arrangements.