James "Jimmy" Edgar Deel

J ames “Jimmy” Edgar Deel, age 55, of Ligonier, IN passed away unexpectedly, on Monday, July 6, 2020 at home. He was born on January 23, 1965 the son of Edgar and Patsy Deel in Richlands, Va. On August 29, 1990 he married Kelley Winship.

Jimmy is survived by his wife of nearly 30 years, Kelley Deel of Ligonier, IN; his daughter, Kassie (Loren) Cunningham of Ligonier, IN; his grandson & best friend, Fletcher; a granddog, Harley; his parents, Edgar and Patsy Deel of Ligonier, IN; and his sister, Sue (Gene) Slabach of Shipshewana, IN.

Jimmy graduated from West Noble High School in 1983. He enjoyed fishing, watching Nascar and loved his daughter and grandson more than anything.  He will be deeply missed by his family and friends.

A funeral service will be held in Jimmy’s honor on Friday, July 10, 2020 at 10 am at Yeager Funeral Home, 1589 LIncolnway South; Ligonier, IN 46767. Pastor Jimmy Shepherd will officiate. Burial will follow at Sparta Cemetery in Kimmell, IN.

Family and friends will be received from 5-7 pm on Thursday, July 9, 2020 at Yeager Funeral Home.

Memorial contributions in honor of Jimmy may be given to the family for his grandson, Fletcher.

Yeager Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. Memories and condolences may be shared with the family online at www.yeagerfuneralhome.com