Jim Botkins Obituary

In loving memory of Jim Botkins (Nicholasville, Kentucky), who departed this world on February 2, 2025 at the age of 83. Jim leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Jim Botkins to pay them a last tribute.

As Jim departs from this earthly realm, his essence lingers — a whisper on the wind, a ripple on the water — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of life and death. Though Jim may no longer walk beside us, his spirit lives on in the memories and the legacy Jim leaves behind.

He was predeceased by: his parents, James Wallace Botkins and Eva Reynolds Botkins; his daughter Denise Botkins; and his pet Cricket. He is survived by: his wife Linda Sue Phillips Botkins; his children, Jimmy Botkins (Kay) and Kimberly Bullock (Irvin); his grandson Joshua Wise (Ashleigh); and his great grandchild Ava James Wise.

The military honors was held on Friday, February 7th 2025 at 11:00 AM at the Camp Nelson National Cemetery (6980 Danville Rd, Nicholasville, KY 40356).

In lieu of flowers memorial donations are suggested to Hospice Care-VA Hospital.