James “Jimmy” Lynn Pendergraft, 70, of Portales, passed away on August 23, 2019, in Portales. He was born on August 19, 1949, in Little Rock, Arkansas to the home of Anna Belle (Lewis) and Robert Carl Pendergraft.
Jimmy proudly served in the United States Army. He served three tours in Vietnam as a door gunner in a helicopter. He received a Bronze Star, a National Defense Service Medal, a Vietnam Service Medal, a Vietnam Campaign Medal and a Army Commendation Medal. Jimmy enjoyed gardening and loved animals. He was greatly loved by all of his family and friends.
A memorial service for Jimmy will be held at a later date.
