James (Jim) Prentice Gimber, Jr
May 15, 1939 – February 27, 2026
James (Jim) Prentice Gimber, Jr. was born on May 15, 1939, and left his earthly body on February 27, 2026, in Monroe, LA. He was 86 years old.
Jim was born in Winnfield, LA, but grew up in Hodge and Jonesboro, LA (he loved Jonesboro). He was a graduate of Jonesboro Hodge High School, LA Tech (industrial engineering), and Centenary College (MBA). He was married to Judith (Judy) Robertson Gimber (42 years) and was married to Carolyn Gimber from 2008 until 2020.
He was a member of the Louisiana National Guard and was a Past Master of Jonesboro Lodge 280 Free & Accepted Masons. He was a true giver – and in death gave his body (excitedly) to LSU Medical School – so now he will be in med school for a little while as well. Jim knew Jesus and that he was going Heaven when he died – and for that, we celebrate!
Some of his career highlights include serving as a district supervisor at LP&L (Entergy), a plant manager at Baker Brush Company in Farmerville, a project and safety supervisor at Shumpert Hospital, and a plant engineer at Ruskin Manufacturing.
Jim was a forever tinkerer – could build anything, shops, cars, projects, and whatever else would pass his evenings and weekends. He also loved cooking, flying airplanes, playing music, fishing, and spending time with friends and family, and unfortunately, outlived most of the ones he grew up with. Above this, and through his faults, he loved his family wholeheartedly until the day he died. Anyone who was ever close to him surely has a funny story of how he showed that love, along with some cynical, crass comments along the way in Jim’s style.
Daddy, Pappaw, Uncle Jim, or just Jim knew and was known by many. He leaves behind his daughter Amy Hough (Johnnie) of Vivian, LA, and his son Jon Gimber (Megan) of Monroe, LA. He leaves Grandchildren Katie Barr (Butch), Garrett Gimber, Hollis Anne Gimber, and Mary Kathryn Gimber, as well as great-grandchildren Beckham Barr, Braxton Barr, and Lola Barr.
He was preceded in death by his wife Judy in 2006, parents – James (Jimmy) Prentice Gimber, Sr. and Katie Harper Gimber, his son James (Trey) P. Gimber, III, his sister Dewanna Gimber Pipes, nephew Rone Evans, and in-laws James Harold Roberston and Merrit Robertson, James (Jimmy) Frank Robertson, Harold and Mary Robertson, Tommy Robertson, Phil Robertson, and Jan Dasher.
Left also to cherish his memory are in-laws Billy Pipes, Kay Robertson, Si & Christine Robertson, Gordon and Anne Dasher, Nancy Robertson and Connie Robertson as well as numerous nephews, nieces, and friends.
We will celebrate his life at North Monroe Baptist Church on Saturday, March 7, at 2 PM. After he is finished with Med School, he will receive graveside Masonic rights and will be placed in rest with Judy and Trey.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to North Monroe Baptist Church in Jim’s memory.
Donald Marvin Pepper
February 26, 1961 – February 27, 2026
Donald Marvin Pepper, age 65, was born and raised in Jonesboro, Louisiana. He passed away peacefully in Shreveport, Louisiana after a brief illness, surrounded by his loving family. Donald was known for his hardworking spirit and many talents. A true jack-of-all-trades, he enjoyed hunting, fishing, and rebuilding just about anything he could get his hands on. Above all, he was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather whose love and steady presence will be deeply missed.
Donald is survived by his mother, Evylon Pepper; brother, Greg Pepper; sisters, Willie Curry, Lena Smith, Betty James (Bobby); sons, Joshua Pepper (Stephanie), Joseph Pepper (Chelsea); grandchildren, Elainea, Joshlyn and Mordechai Pepper; many nieces, nephews, greats and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Rhonda (James) Pepper; father, Willie Pepper; sisters, Louise Williams (Grady), June Carpenter, Lillian Volentine (Dale), Margie Williams (Jerry), and brother, Ricky Pepper.
The funeral service will begin at 10:00 am on Wednesday, March 4, in the Southern-Edmonds Chapel in Jonesboro, LA. Bro. Jeremy Fontenot will officiate the service. Burial will be in the Walnut Ridge Cemetery near Hodge, Louisiana, under the direction of Southern-Edmonds Funeral Home.
Serving as pallbearers will be Joshua Pepper, Joseph Pepper, Greg Pepper, DeWayne Morris, Brayden Carmichael, and Larry Smith.