James P. "Jimmy" Bumgarner

James P. "Jimmy" Bumgarner, 44, of Huntington, passed away Monday, January 4, 2010 in St. Mary's Medical Center.  Funeral service will be conducted at 2 p.m. Thursday, January 7, 2010 at Beard Mortuary, Huntington.  Burial will follow in Highland Cemetery, Huntington.  He was born June 30, 1965 in Hampton, VA, a son of Darrell K. and Linda C. Rose Bumgarner of Huntington.  He is also survived by one son, Joshua P. Bumgarner and Joshua's mother, Cindy Bumgarner of Huntington; one brother, Darrell K. Bumgarner, Jr. of Huntington and a host of family and friends.  Jimmy was a veteran of the US Army and was employed at the 6th Ave. Speedway in Huntington, where he was known for his polite demeanor and his ability to bring a smile to someone's face with only a few words.  Friends may call from noon to 2 p.m. Thursday at the mortuary.  Online condolences may be sent at www.beardmortuary.com

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