Jimmy Dale Littlefield

Jimmy Dale Littlefield, a beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away in his Pensacola home on Monday, April 6th, 2020. Jimmy was a proud and honorable man. Born in Clarksdale, Mississippi he was raised by parents Robbie ‘Jean’ (Jones) Littlefield and Elbert ‘Bert’ Allen Littlefield. Moving to Lynden, Washington, Jimmy had perfect attendance, won various awards, and began to find his competitive edge. An athlete at heart, he was a 4-year letterman in track and football while simultaneously competing in diving, swimming and gymnastics. When not busy with school activities you would likely find him at the Lynden Skating Rink. Jimmy joined the Navy Jr. ROTC at the age of 16 and spent most of his summer and spring vacations at the navy base in San Diego, CA. Upon graduation from Lynden High School in 1965, he went on to attend Skagit Valley Community College, receiving local recognition for completion of a 6-week course joining the amphibious forces in Vietnam. January 1967 marked Jimmy’s departure to Vietnam – just five days after the birth of his daughter Christina. Jimmy continued to personify valor and courage throughout his military career, and consistently received conduct awards during his time on the USS Cheuwacan and USS Bulloch. Following twenty one years of exemplary service in both active duty (Honorable Discharge) and civil service, Jimmy retired. Jimmy married the love of his life, Amalia Littlefield in England. They settled down in Pensacola, FL with their two children, Manuel and Montserrat. Jimmy and Ami spent their time with their family, traveling the world and visiting with friends. Jimmy often returned to his Choctaw Indian roots and continued the crafting of traditional ceremonial pieces and jewelry throughout his latter years. Jimmy was also an active member of American Legion post 240 and achieved the rank of Vice Commander, frequently volunteering in service of the post. Jimmy is survived by his loving wife, Amalia ‘Ami’ Littlefield of Pensacola, FL; children, Christina ‘Christy’ Marie (Littlefield) Antila of Lynden, WA, Montserrat R. Garcia of Pensacola, FL, and Manuel Littlefield of Tallahassee, FL; grandchildren, Zackary Allen Antila, Katlyn Jean Antila Puscas, Tanner Wylie Antila, Raquel Littlefield, Kevin Littlefield, Adrian Garcia, Phillip Garcia, Brandon Garcia, and Anabella (Garcia) Pathan; great grandchildren, Hadley Rae Antila; brother, Craig Littlefield, WA; amongst others near and dear to his heart. A memorial service was held on Monday, April 13th, 2020, at the Faith Chapel Funeral home in Pensacola, Florida followed by a burial at Barrancas National Cemetery.

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Jimmy Dale Littlefield

November 17, 1946 - April 6, 2020