Jimmy Dale Miles

Jimmy Dale Miles, age 79, was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend. Jimmy Dale passed away on November 12, 2026, at his home with family at his side. 

Jimmy Dale was a man who loved his family, his music, and the things that brought him joy. He had a passion for cheering on his beloved Ole Miss Rebels football team and enjoyed building race cars. Whether he was spending time with family, working on cars, or sharing his love of music, Jimmy Dale had a way of making memories that would last a lifetime. Music was one of Jimmy Dale’s greatest passions. He began his Southern Gospel music career in 1968 with the Peacemakers. 

Throughout his life, he shared his God-given talent by singing in churches and spreading the message of God through song. In the 1980s, Jimmy Dale took his love of music a step further by forming his own gospel quartet, The Revelations. His voice, dedication, and love for Southern Gospel music touched many hearts over the years. Music was not just something Jimmy Dale enjoyed; it was a part of who he was. 

Jimmy Dale was preceded in death by his parents, Henry Cliff and Hattie Mae Miles; sister Rodean Earls; and brothers, Robert O’Neal Miles, Jack Miles, and Willard Miles. Granddaughter Rylee Grace Miles and son Joel Ramshur. 

Jimmy Dale leaves behind a loving family who will forever cherish his memory, including his wife, of 29 years Diane Miles; his 2 daughters and 3 sons and their families, Tasha Wolverton and Gerald, Jimmy Dale Miles Jr., Timothy Miles, Kelvin Ramshur and Dejuan, Margie Miles, and John; 12 grandchildren, Izzy Wolverton, Abbie Miles, Landon Miles, Gunner Miles, Jordan Ramshur, Olivia Ramshur, Kaitlen Wooten, Ethan Ramshur, Noah Ramshur, Emma Miles, and Cole Miles. 

He also leaves behind five precious great-grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, extended family members, and dear friends who will miss him dearly. 

Jimmy Dale was an active member of Morton Church of God. Jimmy Dale’s life was filled with family, faith, music, and memories. His love for Southern Gospel music will live on through the songs he sang, the churches he visited, and the lives he touched along the way. 

Though his passing saddens our hearts, we find comfort in knowing that his voice, his laughter, and the memories he created will live on in the hearts of those who loved him. His earthly song may have ended, but we can take comfort in knowing that his heavenly song has just begun.

Visitation for Jimmy will be on Saturday, November 14, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:45 p.m. at the Morton Church of God in Morton, MS. A service will follow at 2:00 p.m., and Jimmy will be laid to rest at the Springfield Baptist Cemetery in Morton, MS.