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 ...[more]

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enix 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.