Jimmie Doyle Loper, 81, a resident of Blue Springs, MO passed away peacefully at his home Thursday, February 9, 2023. He was born May 14, 1941, to Otho “Bud” and Evelyn (Mills) Loper in Lubbock, TX.
On August 28, 1959, Jimmie was united in marriage to Clarissa Stone in Amarillo, TX. He worked in the industrial laundry and dry-cleaning business the majority of his life. Jimmie was Baptist by faith. He enjoyed golfing, volunteering in his local community, and riding his Harley motorcycle. Above all, Jimmie cherished spending time with his loving family.
Jimmie is survived by his loving wife of 63 years, Clarissa Loper of Blue Springs, MO; children, Marty Loper and wife Bonnie of Blue Springs, MO, Malita Nixon and husband Matthew of Austin, TX, Mindy Herzog and husband Tom of Stillwell, KS; grandchildren, Justin Loper and wife Paige, Kylie Allen and husband Austin, Blake Nixon and wife Renee, Karlie Nixon, Marissa Herzog, Nick Herzog; great-grandchildren, Elliott, Millie, and Landry Loper, Crew, Beau, and Madeline Allen; and countless others he loved like his own. Jimmie is preceded in death by his parents, Bud and Evelyn Loper, and his great-grandson, Rhett Ryker Nixon.
Jimmie was dearly loved by everyone around him and was always the biggest fan of those he loved. He will be fondly remembered for his homemade chocolate milkshakes, his “chrome dome”, million-watt smile, and his unmistakable laugh that filled a room.
Jimmie’s family will receive friends from 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. Saturday, February 18, 2023 at Meyers Funeral Chapel, 1600 W. Main St, Blue Springs, MO. Memorial service will begin at 11:00 a.m. at the chapel. Memories of Jimmie and words of comfort for his family may be shared at meyersfuneralchapel.com.
Prayers from the Kindles. Dot and Phil
May your faith in Christ and the loving arms of family & friends comfort and bless you with peace. Your friends & neighbors, Tim & Kathy
My Life is so much Better and Complete for Having known him, and had having him in my Life for over 50 Years. Prayers For Clarissa, Marty, Malita, Mindy and Extend Family🙏
Thoughts and prayers to family during this time of grief. Only spoke to Jimmy a few times since moving to Primrose but I could tell after first time this is a good man. He complimented my motorcycle more than once as fellow rider. No surprise he was a Texan with that southwest swagger and look you in the eye demeanor. I know he will be missed by his family. Peace.
Sorry for your loss. May God have your family in the palm of His hands during this time and for the time to come
May God comfort you & all the family during this time. You have our deepest sympathies. We so enjoyed his laugh & pranks in the neighborhood.
Jimmy was a great friend and fun to be around on our motorcycle ride stogetheh and I will miss him.Prayers for Clarissa and the Loper familr
I don’t have the words to express my feelings for the loss of Jimmie. He was a great friend and a greater man. We are all going to miss that great laugh. I love you, my friend. Rest in peace. “The dust shall return to the earth as it was and the spirit shall return unto God who gave it.”
So sorry for your loss I always loved my interactions with Jimmy, he was always so fun to talk with. He will be missed
Dear friend and sister: My thoughts and prayers are with you. I can tell you from experience that the Lord fills all the voids in our hearts. Thank you and Jimmy for some very precious memories. My love to you and your family.
I am so sorry… Jimmie was one of a kind! I doubt he knew how many lives he touched, he will be missed! Everyone says he always called on their birthdays… today I would have received his call. We would have laughed until my cheekbones hurt, talking about the good ‘ole days, remembering the fun times at the SWLISA conventions! I missed your call but will remember your smile and laughter!
Jimmie & I have talked taxes every year for nearly twenty years. He hated the topic but he was a joy to talk with and laugh with. We will all miss him. Best wishes Clarissa and family.
Praying for the entire family at this difficult time.
Jimmy will be greatly missed. I can hear his laugh right now as I write this. I didn’t have opportunity to see him often in later years but every time I managed to run into him we’d picked up right where we left off, reminiscing over old times. Next time I see him he’ll likely be telling Jesus one of his jokes! He was a great friend.
Jimmy was one of the first to welcome me to the neighborhood. Many laughs. He will be greatly missed. Prayers for you Clarissa for the days ahead. May the Lord give you great comfort.
Praying our Lord will surround you with his presence as you grieve Jimmy’s passing. We are deeply saddened by your loss and cherish many wonderful memories of Jimmy and the entire family. Wish we could be there in person but please know we love you and thank our Lord for your friendship.
So sorry to hear about the loss of Jimmie! We pray the lord will comfort you with the love and memories of your life together, The joy he brought to you, your family and everyone he came in contact with. He was a special person, that will truly be missed. Blessings & prayers for you and your family, Clarissa.
I enjoyed sharing the Saturday rides with Jimmy and the KC Mild Hogs. Ride on forever Jimmy.