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James “Jim” Etheridge was born May 1, 1940 in Covington, TN. The oldest of three brothers, he moved with them and his mother to Chicago at an early age where he worked at a candy store to help support the family. He joined the United States Marine Corps in 1958. He would serve two tours of duty in the Vietnam War earning the Purple Heart for wounds in battle, along with various other medals & …
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I just found out that Jim passed and my heart is broke. We met Jim and Sue at our business and became instant friends. …
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What were Jim's favorite games to play?
Dominoes, Cribbage, Pinochle
Dominoes, Cribbage, Pinochle
Dominoes, Cribbage, Pinochle
What were Jim's favorite sports teams?
Dallas Cowboys, Oklahoma Sooners, Tennessee Volunteers
Dallas Cowboys, Oklahoma Sooners, Tennessee Volunteers
Dallas Cowboys, Oklahoma Sooners, Tennessee Volunteers
What were Jim's favorite tv shows?
Walker, Texas Ranger
Walker, Texas Ranger
Walker, Texas Ranger
What were Jim's favorite movies?
True Grit, The Quiet Man, McLintock!
True Grit, The Quiet Man, McLintock!
True Grit, The Quiet Man, McLintock!

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Born

May 1st, 1940
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Started a job at U.S. Marine Corps

1958
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Got married to Sue Etheridge

July 8th, 1962
McAlester, OK, USA

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Cause of death

COVID-19 (Coronavirus)

Method of disposition

Cremation

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James "Jim" Etheridge