Jimmie A. Staggs, 71, of Memphis, Tennessee, formerly of Collinsville, Illinois, passed away on May 1, 2021, at Barnes Jewish Hospital in St. Louis, Missouri.

Jimmie was born July 2, 1949, in East St. Louis, Illinois, to Elmer and Helen (Harmon) Staggs.  He served his Country in the US Marine Corps during the Vietnam War, has held several positions with Recover Organizations in St. Louis, Missouri, and Memphis, Tennessee dedicating his time to assisting friends and family in counseling and recover, and active in mentoring and developing literacy skills for inner city children.  His many passions included American History, photography, art, and traveling the world, but his greatest passion was for his children and grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and sister, Barbara Self.

Survivors include his sons: James "Jimmy" Paul (Antonia Lutz) Staggs of Largo, Florida, Richard "Rocky" Dale (Mandi Johnson) Staggs of Southaven, Mississippi, and Aaron Matthew Staggs of Walls, Mississippi; brother, Paul (Henrietta) Staggs of Okawville, Illinois; sister, Janet Staggs of Entergy, Illinois; grandchildren: Ross Staggs, Caleb Staggs, and Janna Staggs; several nieces, nephews, and cousins; along with his St. Louis and Memphis recovery families.

A visitation will be held on Monday, May 10, 2021, from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Herr Funeral Home of Collinsville, Illinois.  Funeral Service will take place on Tuesday May 11, 2021, at 11:00 a.m. with Pastor Ron Haberhehl officiating.  Burial will follow at Lakeview Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Belleville, Illinois.

The family requests in lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the St. Louis Peregrine Society 2343 Hampton Ave. or 314-781-6775.