"Rob, Kirby and your Mom - my sincere condolences to you and the members of your extended family. Your dad was an All American guy in my book. He was a smart man who touched many lives. I always appreciated his support and considerations. My mom and dad enjoyed time spent with your family during basketball season at EIU. The good old days! God bless everyone, especially Jim. (Rob, give me a call.) :)"
In loving memory of
James Robert Pinnell
Jim, 86, of Phoenix, Arizona, formerly of Mattoon, Illinois, peacefully passed away on June 20, 2017. Jim is survived by JoAnn Pinnell. They raised three sons Robert Pinnell (Kelly), Ron Pinnell, who preceded him in death, (Susie), and Kirby Pinnell; four grandchildren Nicholas Pinnell (Christine), Lydia Pinnell Lawrie (Charles), Ryan Pinnell (Taylor), Drew Pinnell (Kasey); and five great-grandchildren Carter, Ada, Dylan, Zoe and Nash Pinnell; Jim is survived by his brother, Don Pinnell. Also preceding him in death, parents Robert E. Pinnell and Nadine Linder Pinnell. Jim was a Farmer in the local Mattoon area for many years. He farmed with his father and later with his sons. Jim was a member of the local Farm Bureau and received the Outstanding Young Farmer award. He supported the Agriculture program at Lakeland Junior College in Mattoon and served as board member. After spending time as an enlisted Army Sergeant, he joined the local National Guard unit and became the commanding officer with the rank of Captain. Jim retired out of the Arizona National Guard. Jim was a member of The Masonic Lodge and was honored as a 33rd degree Mason. Jim retired and spent the past 30 years in Phoenix with his family and friends and served as President of the Lions Club at Sun Village. Funeral services will be from 9:00-10:00 am, Thursday, June 29, 2017 at Hansen Chapel, 8314 N. 7th Street, Phoenix 85020, burial to follow at 10:30 am at National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona, 23029 N Cave Creek, Phoenix 85024. Visit http://www.hansenmortuary.com for condolences.
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"Our deepest sympathy goes out to the Pinnell family. Thinking of you, and sending prayers of comfort and peace to all of you."
"Condolences from the Willingham Family; Mary, Mike, Mark, Mindy and Marcia. I know our Dads were very close at one time and held the deepest of respect for one another. Their comradery thru the National Guard was special, but they were always friends as well and did many favors for each other. We deeply appreciate Jim coming to Mattoon and dad (Max's) passing many years ago."
"Captain Pinnell never knew how much he influenced me when I served has his assistant jeep driver in 1962. Thanks to him, I served in the Illinois and Florida Army National Guard for 39 years. May he rest in peace and condolences to his family."
"I served under Captain Pinnell as a young man. I had great respect for him. When walking behind him as his aid, I kidded him about his walking as if he was behind the plow. Jim was a friend to all and will be missed."
"Rob and family, I am so very sorry to hear about your dad. Our deepest sympathy to you all from the Sawyer family back home. Sincerely, Karen Sawyer Malloch"
"ROB & KIRBY: your dad was a good guy & I know you are going to miss him but he is always by your side..."
"My prayers are with the family. Jim was especially good to me as a young man."
"Family, Mr. Pinnell will be missed. The death of a loved one can be a painful experience. I find comfort in God's word. I hope you can also. Jesus said in John 5:28,29 " there is going to be a resurrection" a chance to see our loved one again. Healthy and happy. May this thought give you solace at this time."
"Boys, I am sorry for your loss of your dad. It is hard to loose your parent regardless of your age."