James (Jim) Kenneth Minnis.
– James (Jim) Kenneth Minnis passed away peacefully on Jan. 21, 2025, at the age of 75 after a lengthy illness. His loving family was at his side.
Jim was born in Meadville, PA on February 26th, 1949 to Robert and Norma (Schreck) Minnis, the second oldest of 7 children. He graduated from Meadville High School class of 1968 and joined the Army soon thereafter.
He was a proud Vietnam Veteran and after his tour he was sent to Hunter Liggett in Southern Monterey County. Living off base in Bradley, Calif., he met his future wife, Carolynne Harris, in August of 1970. They married June 10th, 1972 at First Baptist Church in Paso Robles. They lived in Salinas 3 years before returning to Paso Robles where he started working at Ennis Business Forms. He did several jobs while there, starting as a Truck Driver, Shipping Clerk, Collator Operator, Supervisor and Maintenance/Machinist during his 37 year career.
In 1987 they moved to the Geneseo area of Paso Robles with their two children. Jim was always a loving husband & father, and was always helpful and supportive to his friends. He loved 4-Wheeling in his 1975 FJ40 Land Cruiser that he built with his Brother-In-Law. He loved camping and always looked forward to his annual trip to the Rubicon. He also liked building and working in his shop. He could fix anything. He enjoyed golfing, working on cars, and doing tractor work. His Grandchildren were his greatest joy.
He is survived by his wife of 52 years Carolynne (Harris) Minnis, son Kenneth Jon Minnis & daughter June Elise (Minnis) Yardley. 5 grandchildren Alexandrea Minnis-Hernandez (David), Mark Minnis, and Jake Minnis of Paso Robles, Hazel Yardley and Pearl Yardley of Bradley and 1 Great-Granddaughter Mia Isabella Hernandez. His father-in-law John Harris and brother-in-law Jeff (Lynnette) Harris of Bradley. Siblings Richard (Joyce) Minnis, Anita (Rick) Becker, Cynthia (Don) Splitstone of Pennsylvania, and many nieces & nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents Robert & Norma (Schreck) Minnis, two brothers Thomas & Steven Minnis, and sister Bonnie (Minnis) Edwards of Pennsylvania.
Our Special Thanks to Ana & Rench at All Season Care, Central Coast Hospice, and Elder Placement Professionals for their loving care & kindness for Jim and our family.
Services & interment for Jim will be at the convenience of the family. Donations in lieu of flowers can be made to Bradley Union School, PO Box 60, Bradley, CA 93426.
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