Jimmy Earl Haigood, lovingly known to most as “Jim”, 76, of Waco, passed away Wednesday, December 14, 2017 at Providence Hospice Place, surrounded by his loving family.
Visitation: Sunday, December 17, 2017 from 6:00PM to 8:00PM at Lake Shore Funeral Home, 5201 Steinbeck Bend in Waco
Funeral Service: Monday, December 18, 2017 at 10:00AM at Lake Shore Funeral Home in Waco
Burial: Oakwood Cemetery in Waco
Jimmy was born February 9, 1941 to William Fred Haigood and Edna Laverne Martin in Chilton, Texas. His enlistment in the United States Marine Corps was one of which he was extremely proud. Nine years into his career as a Marine, Jimmy was honorably discharged as a Staff Sargent. After his time in the armed forces, Jimmy began a his second career in investigations and security for the McLennan County Sheriff’s Department.
Jimmy is survived by his beloved wife of 58 years, Patricia Harrison Haigood; sons, James, Bill and wife Laura, Patrick and wife Angela and Doug; 11 grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Fred and Edna Haigood; brothers, James Glenn Haigood, Edward Haigood, Homer Haigood, Charles Haigood and Winchell “Winchy” Haigood; sisters, Francis and Letha Mae Haigood, and his step-sister.
Contact Information:
Lake Shore Funeral Home & Cremation Services
Place of Service: Lake Shore Funeral Home Chapel , 5201 Steinbeck Bend; Waco, TX 76708
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Jim, you will be greatly missed. Jim was a kind and gentle man with a heart larger than life itself. I enjoyed the time and feel very blessed and fortunate to have been able to know him and work with him for years. My condolences to Pat and all your family. Jim rest in peace my brother. I will always cherish the memories and you will never be forgotten .
Ronnie Price ( RP)
Jimmy i will miss you so much you are in a better place now and you can keep a eye on us here on earth if we all get out of line you can make it rain on us lol RIP Jimmy
Lisa Schlechta
So sorry for your loss, but heaven’s gain…
May God grant you peace
I’m so sorry to hear of your loss. I knew Jim during my time in the District Attorney’s office. He was a very nice man and I know he is missed. I pray you find comfort at this time.
Hey there Jimbo ,I know you are in a great place and no more pain and that bad cancer to deal with anymore..You are a great man and have helped tons of people and will be missed and loved by all of us..RIP Jimmy…I still have my marine hats you gave me several years ago..love ya.
My prayers go out to the entire Haigood family. Jim was a wonderful man, father and husband for all the years that I have known you all. He made many impacts on many lives. He will truly be missed by many. God bless.
Praying for comfort for the family
Pat, I worked with you and Jim at the Westview Bowling Lanes back in the late 70’s, and I have thought of you and Jim often. The relationship that you and Jim shared was one of the best I had ever seen….you could tell how much love was shared between you two. I always thought of Jim as one huge teddy bear of a man, with a great laugh and a kind heart. I hope your boys will follow in their dad’s footsteps….he was a wonderful man and touched a lot of lives. May God be with you and your family until you see him again.
Kindest Regards,
Peggy Johnson Mcrae
My prayers are with your family. He was one of the nicest men I ever met. Sorry for your loss.
Haigood was my first training officer when I started at the jail. He was also a great supporter for me throughout my career. Recently, we saw each other frequently at the Hillcrest Oncology center. Missed him the first part of this month. Many accomplishments in his career; he will be missed. Haigood: you fought a good fight, you served your country and your community well. We look forward to seeing you again. Thank you.