James Ray Trimble

James Ray Trimble, 83, Jamesport, MO passed away Thursday, June 25, 2020 at his home.
Private family graveside services and burial were held in the Masonic Cemetery, Jamesport, MO under the direction of Roberson Funeral Home, Jamesport, MO. A drive through visitation was held from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. Saturday, June 27 at the Jamesport Baptist Church, Jamesport, MO. Officiating at the service was Rev. Ron Ratliff and Brother Jim Whitley.
Special music was provided by the Barlett Family, who sang “Amazing Grace” and “How Great Thou Art”.
Pallbearers were Jon Rosenboom, Don Fields, Kevin Edwards, David Crow, Josh Fitzpatrick, and Jason Mispagel.
Jim was born and raised in Jamesport, Missouri, the son of Ray and Eva (Thompson) Trimble.
Jim was a 1954 graduate of Tri-County High School, Jamesport, and attended William Jewel College. He then went on to graduate from Kansas University in 1958. He was an avid KU Basketball Fan. He raised every one of his five kids to play on basketball teams as well as other sports. They all followed in his footsteps – big shoes for sure.
Jim worked for Reed Seeds, Inc. for 42 years, first in his home town of Jamesport and later in Chillicothe before he retired in December of 2000.
In retirement, Jim kept very busy continuing to raise and take care of his big family. He raised a beautiful, extensive garden every year including this year. It was his pride and joy to share with all his kids. Jim was an active member of the Lions Club and the Jamesport Baptist Church.
Jim did lots of babysitting, dog sitting, house sitting, and ball game watching. He always had a 4 legged companion. Bo was his first true dog love and then his girl, Freckles. Sage, one of his grand dogs, was also one of his girls and a devoted companion.
Jim always looked forward to any and all family gatherings. He was devoted to Betty and all his kids were devoted to him. He was the most loved Dad on earth.
Jim is survived by his wife of 63 years, Betty (Waterbury) Trimble, of the home; five children and their spouses, Kathy (Jon) Rosenboom, Karen (Don) Fields, Kim (Kevin) Edwards, Kristin (David) Crow, and ­Jimmy (Julie) Trimble; 10 grandchildren, Robert, Courtney, Shana, McKenzi, Clayton, Bella, Maggie, Max, Stephen and Mark and 11 great grandchildren.
Memorials may be made to the Jamesport Lions Club and/or the Jamesport Baptist Church in care of Roberson Funeral Home, 503. S. Broadway, Jamesport, MO 64648. Online condolences may be left at www.robersonfuneralhome.com