Background
Jernigan, James Earl was born on March 27, 1925 in White Plains, Georgia, United States. Son of Henry Moisten and Lillian Annette (Roberts) Jernigan.
Jernigan, James Earl was born on March 27, 1925 in White Plains, Georgia, United States. Son of Henry Moisten and Lillian Annette (Roberts) Jernigan.
Student, Marine Corps Institute Banking School.
Private paractice accounting, Columbus, Georgia, 1951-1986. Member Columbus City Council, 1977-1986. Mayor City of Columbus, from 1987.
Former city councilman, Columbus. Member Columbus Water Works Commission, Columbus Convention and Visitors Bureau Served with United States Marine Corps, 1943-1946, United States Marine Corps Reserve, 1947. Member Georgia Municipal Association, Columbus Chamber of C.
Married Marianne Teddar, July 16, 1950. Children: Marty Bishop, Robby.