James H. “Jimmy” Duckworth, 60, of Cumberland, KY passed away on Monday, January 14, 2013, at the UT Medical Center following a long, courageous battle with cancer. He was surrounded by his loving family upon his passing. He attended Cumberland College on a baseball scholarship before serving in the U.S. Army. He worked his entire life in the mining industry, first as a coal miner and for the past 11 years as a federal mine inspector. He loved his job and loved being a part of the National Mine Rescue Team and judging mine rescue contests. Most of all, he loved spending time with his family. James believed in the Baptist faith.

He is preceded in death by his father, Harold Duckworth; mother, Nancy Duckworth; step-mother, Nell Duckworth; and brother, Donnie Duckworth.

Survivors include his wife, Diana Duckworth; two sons, Ryan (Beth) and Matthew (Tina); and grandchildren, Ethan, Drew, Kayle, and Joshua. He will be sorely missed by all who knew him.

The family will receive friends on Friday, January 18, 2013, from 6-9 pm at Cumberland Missionary Baptist Church. Funeral services will be at 12:00 pm Saturday, January 19, 2013, at the church with the Reverend Dennis Williams officiating.

You may leave online condolences for the family at www.harlanobits.net.

Tri City Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.