- Date Of Birth: September 28, 1936
- Date Of Death: November 29, 2022
- State: New Mexico
Jimmy Ning, 86, beloved spouse, father, and son, was called to his eternal resting place on Tuesday, November 29, 2022.
Jimmy was born to Timothy and Marian Ning in Shanghai, China. He grew up with five siblings, brothers, David, Mickey, and Jack, and sisters, Vicki and Judy.
Fleeing World War II, Jimmy’s family moved to Bangkok, Thailand. From there, his parents sent him and his siblings to the United States for schooling. Jimmy attended high school at Warren Wilson College just outside of Asheville, North Carolina. After which he found his way to Menaul School and the University of New Mexico in Albuquerque. There he met his first wife, Cynthia Corbett.
As a veteran stage and screen character actor, Jimmy had memorable roles in The Ridiculous 6 and Perception. But he was best known for his recurring fan-favorite role of “Mr. Duane Chow” on Breaking Bad.
Jimmy generously donated his time to several local charities, including Popejoy Hall, First Presbyterian Church, and Hospice De La Luz. He was active in the Menaul School Alumni Association. And he was an avid New Mexico Lobo Basketball fan. Wherever Jimmy went, he always came bearing gifts, whether it was Breaking Bad fan art, his own drawings, or personalized calligraphy.
Jimmy loved his family dearly. His wife and children were the light of his life and his relationship with his extended family (brothers, sisters, cousins, etc.) was deeply cherished. Jimmy touched the lives of so many people. He will truly be missed and will never be forgotten.
Jimmy is survived by his two brothers Mickey and Jack; sister, Judy: son, Jason; daughters, Natasha, Kari, and Jennifer; daughter-in-law, Amelia; grandchildren, Mateo, Adelicio, Kylie, Mason, Bryson, and Brooklyn; in addition to a host of nieces, nephews, and cousins. He is preceded in death by his wife, Christine Robens-Ning; sister, Vicki; brother, David; and son-in-law, Zack.
