James Guy Hollingshad
James Guy Hollingshad
Funeral services for James Guy Hollingshad, 84, Renton, Washington, will be held at 10:00 a.m., Monday, April 12, 2021 at Ball Church of Christ, under the direction of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home.
Mr. Hollingshad passed away March 31, 2021, at his home.
He was born September 30, 1936, at West Plains, Missouri, to Hershel Benson and Velvie Miranda (Bird) Hollingshad. Jimmy’s early years were spent on the family farm near Dora Missouri. He attended school at Dora and graduated with the Class of 1955. After graduation, Jimmy pursued a degree in mechanical engineering at Rolla School of Mines and Metallurgy, (now Missouri University of Science and Technology) at Rolla Missouri. Jimmy interrupted his education to take a job with Boeing Aircraft Company in Wichita, Kansas as a tool and die maker during the B52 bomber program. After the bomber program ended, Jimmy returned to Rolla to finish his education and after receiving his degree, resumed employment with Boeing for a career spanning 44 years. Jimmy did design work and testing during the Minuteman Missile program and on most of the Boeing aircraft models being manufactured today. Jimmy was a bachelor. He lived in Renton, Washington, a suburb of Seattle in a home he built himself. He was a hobby machinist and woodworker, and had a complete machine shop and woodworking shop, which he fully enjoyed. He spent many hours working on different projects, machining parts, and just spending time with friends in his shops. Jimmy’s family and friends were important to him. He went back to Missouri to visit at least once and usually twice each year. Jimmy was a faithful Christian and attended church regularly from childhood until the end of his life. He attended the Springbrook Church of Christ in Renton, Washington and the Ball Church of Christ in Dora while he visited in Missouri every year. His Church families were an important part of his life.
Jimmy is survived by two brothers, Robby Hollingshad, Dora, Missouri and Hershel Hollingshad and wife, Rhonda, West Plains, Missouri; several special nieces and nephews, Nancy Cowin and husband Dave, Coulee City, Washington, Eugene Renner, Cheyenne, Wyoming, Melissa Trotter and husband, Tom, Protem Missouri, Brenda McClary, West Plains, Missouri, Sharie Voss, Chehalis, Washington, Barb McCord, Wenatchee, Washington, Katie Huffman, Omak, Washington and Matt Huffman, Moses lake, Washington; and several great nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, two sisters, Francis LaRoque and Sharon Huffman, two nieces, Liz Renner and Pam Hollingshad, two nephews, Mike Renner and Jake Hollingshad, and his friend, Wayne Lovan.
Mr. Hollingshad will lie in state from 5:00 until 8:00 p.m., Sunday, at Robertson-Drago Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Parsons Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Parsons Cemetery and may be left at or mailed to Robertson-Drago Funeral Home, 211 West Main, West Plains, MO 65775.
Amber Redburn
April 5, 2021 @ 5:46 pm
Hershel/Rhonda,
We want to extend our deepest sympathy to the both of you on the loss of Hershel’s brother, James. During this difficult time we will keep all of you in our daily prayers/thoughts and may God comfort, encourage, strengthen, and give all of you peace. May God bless all of you.
In Christian Love,
Tim, Amber, and Corby Redburn
Hershel and Rhonda
April 7, 2021 @ 8:26 am
Thank you very much Amber! Jimmy was a good man. There are heavy hearts in this family, but we know he is in a better place!
Karen Halastik
April 6, 2021 @ 10:20 am
Jimmy will truly be missed by this family. My momma Norma loved her cousin Jimmy so very much as we all did! She used to say how very smart he was! His love for this family was always overflowing as he worked tirelessly on our family tree. He may not have left behind children but his legacy of love shines on through all of us he has left behind. From our family to yours our love and deepest condolences to Herschel Rhonda and Robbie.
Hershel and Rhonda
April 7, 2021 @ 8:40 am
Thank you very much Karen! Jimmy spoke fondly of your family, and you are right about family history. He tried to get us all actively involved, and for a few years, we were. Our niece Melissa is carrying on that job now. We were pleased to hear that you and Barbara are going to make it down to the funeral. Looking forward to seeing you. We have emailed you. Hershel and Rhonda
Janice Bean - Johnston
April 6, 2021 @ 9:09 pm
We are praying for you. What a great life lived.
Hershel and Rhonda
April 7, 2021 @ 8:46 am
Thank you Janice! You are right … Jimmy was a good man, and will be missed by many. Love you guys! Hope we can see you soon. Hershel and Rhonda
DONNA J WHITE
April 8, 2021 @ 1:41 pm
Hershel and Rhonda
I am so sorry to hear of Jimmy’s passing. My name is Donna (Archer) White. I live in Mtn. Grove and I am Aunt Cammie’s (Camille) daughter. I always thought a lot of Jimmy. He was a very good guy, so smart and it seemed he could do anything. He will be greatly missed. I would love to come to his funeral, but I am not physically able. Give everyone my sympathy. I am praying for everyone at this time.
Hershel and Rhonda
April 11, 2021 @ 9:30 pm
Thank you Donna! We remember you very well, especially from the family reunion at Fred’s. Jimmy really enjoyed that day. We’ve since lost both Fred and Jimmy. You take care! Hope we can come up and visit soon! Hershel and Rhonda
DONNA J WHITE
April 8, 2021 @ 1:47 pm
Robby I am so sorry to hear of Jimmy’s passing. My name is Donna Archer White. I live in Mtn. Grove, MO. I am Aunt Cammie’s (Camille) daughter. I always thought a lot of Jimmy. He was a very good guy, so smart, made a lot accomplishments, and it seemed he could do anything. He really loved his family and church. I am not physically able to come to his funeral. Give everyone my sympathy. I am praying for everyone at this time.
Gary & Linda Riffle
April 12, 2021 @ 9:29 am
Jimmy thanks for being a great neighbor , mentor and friend , rest in peace Jimmy Guy we miss you.
Jacki Gerity
April 14, 2021 @ 10:43 am
Jimmy was my cousin and I looked up to him. He was industrious and smart. He was so good at keeping family records! I am so very sorry that he has passed and offer prayers and sympathy to other family.