Jimmy Wayne Perdue, 85 of Collinsville, Texas passed away on March 12, 2024 at his home after a prolonged illness. He was born Feb. 12, 1939 at Pottsboro, Texas to Fred Perdue, Sr. and Fannie (Cook) Perdue. He married Melba Hamm on Dec. 4, 1962. Jimmy and Melba moved to Collinsville early in their marriage and built a life there together.
Jimmy loved to work, and it was his passion. He also served on the Collinsville City Council from 1987-1998 and he never missed little league game his kids played. Jimmy was an independent trucker for over 50 years and an accomplished mechanic. He was known to his friends as the “Diesel Doctor.” He never met a stranger, and he would help anyone with anything. Jimmy is remembered for his salt-of-the-earth demeanor and common-sense wisdom.
Jimmy was a husband of 61 years and a father of four children. His laugh was well known and he was always proud of his kids and all their accomplishments. Jimmy’s greatest legacy are the ones he leaves behind. He was an advocate for the little man and cared deeply for those less fortunate. His positive outlook on life was infectious.
Jimmy is survived by his wife, Melba Perdue of Collinsville, Texas; son, Josh Hamm and wife, Susannah of Anna, Texas; son, Randy Hamm and wife, Danielle of Valley View, Texas; daughter, Amanda Workman and husband, Timothy of Whitesboro, Texas; daughter, Amber Perdue of Collinsville, Texas; grandchildren, Nathan, Rainey, Levi, Wyatt, Breckyn; siblings, Fred Perdue, Jr., Maxine Arnold, Sherry Clark, Jerry Perdue, Sue Payne and Ricky Perdue; numerous nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by parents, Fred Perdue, Sr and Fannie Perdue.
Visitation will be held Thursday, March 14, 2024, from 6-8 p.m,, at Meador Funeral Home, Whitesboro, Texas.
The funeral service will be held on at 2 p.m. Friday, March 15, 2024, also at Meador Funeral Home with Ricky Patterson officiating.
Interment will follow at Collinsville Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be Jerry Don Stuckey, Doug McBeth, Jr., Troy Weldon, Randy Woody, Todd Henry and Dorsey Jack Lewter.
Honorary pallbearers will be Bobby Shebester, Ronny Reed, Layne Lewter, Dennis Palmer and Karo Denton.
Condolences may be left on the funeral home website www. meadorfuneral.com.
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So sorry to hear this! Jimmy will be missed!
So sorry for you alls loss. Jimmy was our neighbor when I was growing .. He was a good man. Prayers for everyone..
Such a great man RIP
He was an awesome neighbor. He is in his Mansion in Heaven now. It is so beautiful and he is strong again with no more pain walking around in awe looking at everything. I’m so happy for him. Melba we will all be united in Heaven and what fun we will have. I love you!💕
This man was golden. He could always make you laugh. He would help anyone anywhere anytime. He will be missed. Rest Easy my friend until I see you again.
We loved Jimmy Wayne. He always had a smile and story. He will be missed. Prayers for comfort and peace. May the Lord keep his hand upon each of you during this difficult time.
Melba I have no words. I do know that there are friends and family in heaven celebrating our Jimmy Wayne. He will have a crown full of diamonds. I can remember countless summers that we spent in Pottsboro and when he was around we begged him to take us on a ride in his car and of course he always did. We loved him so much. He was always in such a positive amazingly contagious, funny mood. He enjoyed doing it for us more than we. God only made one Jimmy Wayne and that was our Jimmy Wayne. He refused to let life get him down. So incredible. Will miss him greatly and I can hear that laugh right now. I loved it and I loved him. Just so very sorry for the loss. If I can do anything, please let me know. I love you Melba I always said you were the greatest thing for Jimmy. No doubt he was so blessed to have you in his life. As you were blessed to have him in your life. Praying hard for you sweet lady. 🙏❤️
Rick & I are so sorry for Jim’s passing. He was a good guy. Always in a good mood in spite of his health problems. My Dad, O.M., always thought well of Jimmy. He will be missed.
Jimmy was raised in Locust and Pinchum community Jimmy and my brothers play together and myself he was same as my brother age Bobby Lee Dutton ,we work @ Don McAden trucking in Gordonville, Texas, in 60s good man God Bless him and his family. I wish his family well.
Robert Dutton
1474 Flowing Wells
Pottsboro, Tx
Rest in Peace Jimmy I enjoyed the good times with you and Bobby Shebester
Jimmy Wayne was the best. I loved him very much. When I think of growing up in the summers at Pottsboro, I think of Jimmy Wayne. He was always ready to take us on a joy ride, which we loved. His smile and laugh were infectious. I can hear him now!! He will be missed. May the Lord bless you and keep you and make his face to shine upon you during this difficult time. My love to all, Frieda Heath
He was the sweetest man. He was always friendly when I would see him around Collinsville.
I’m sorry I missed Jimmy’s passing. We spent many a night loading out peanuts at the farm.
He was always pleasant when talking to him. He always made me laugh which made the work go faster. He definitely was a good man. Melba, my God bless you and the children.