Jim flew 100 missions over North Vietnam. He was a Silver Star recipient and earned many other medals.
He also served the state of Arkansas as an administrator for 10 years. After retirement, he enjoyed traveling with his squirrel (Jeri), visiting with online friends, and spoiling his grandkids.
Jim also did volunteer work with the American Red Cross during national disasters as a guru of computer knowledge. He attended Trinity Assembly of God church and had many friends there. He was a member of River Rats – an association of retired fighter pilots, and the CASBAR and Super Saber Society online military communities.
Jimmy D. Ginger, USAF Major, (Ret) “Headed West” on February 8, 2015.
Air Force veteran, Jim Ginger died peacefully in his sleep on Sunday, February 8, 2015. He was born in Beebe, Arkansas on January 22, 1934.
He is survived by his loving wife of 58 years, Frances (Jeri) Ginger, daughter, Geinah of Little Rock, and son, Scott (Marty) of Little Rock. Also survived by his much adored grandchildren, Zac and Emily Armstrong of Little Rock, Erik Barentine of Alabama; along with his loyal canine companion, Jack. He was predeceased by his parents, Troy and Elsie Ginger, his sister, Barbara Wood, his daughter Karen, and his grandson, Jordan.
Jim did 100 flight missions over North Vietnam. He was a Silver Star recipient as well as many other medals. He also served the state of Arkansas as an administrator for 10 years.
After retirement, he enjoyed traveling with his squirrel (Jeri), visiting with online friends, and spoiling his grandkids. He also did volunteer work with the American Red Cross during national disasters as a guru of computer knowledge. He attended Trinity Assembly of God church and had many friends there. He was a member of River Rats – an association of retired fighter pilots, and the CASBAR and Super Sabre Society online military communities.
Interment with Military Honors was at Pinecrest Memorial Park in Alexander.
Source: www.griffinleggetthealeyroth.com.
Published February 10, 2015
