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James Michael "Jimmy" Bowlby

James Bowlby Obituary

Age 24 years of Lakeville, MA died Thursday, July 17, 2008 at Massachusetts General Hospital. He was the loving husband of Jennifer E. (Hirsch) Bowlby, devoted father of Jaymi Bowlby and the beloved son of Donna (Palano) Bowlby and the late James Peter Bowlby. He is also survived by 2 brothers Michael Bowlby and Kevin Bowlby; 2 sisters Kristina Bowlby and Jacqueline "Jackie" Bowlby; his maternal grandmother Clara Palano; his paternal grandmother Catherine Bowlby; an aunt Denise Abdou; a uncle Robert Bowlby. A Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, July 24, 2008 at 10:00 AM in Sts. Martha and Mary Church in Lakeville. Interment will follow in Sampson Cemetery. Visitation will take place on Wednesday, from 5-8 PM in the Dahlborg-MacNevin Funeral Home, 280 Bedford St., LAKEVILLE, MA. In lieu of flowers memorial gifts may be given to the Jaymi Bowlby Fund c/o Bridgewater Savings Bank, 6 Main St., Lakeville, MA 02347.

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Published by Boston Globe on Jul. 21, 2008.

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Mike Beebe

July 16, 2019

I still think of jim often. He left a mark on me, for sure

John Albanese

July 26, 2008

We are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you and your family. Sincerely,
John and Holly Albanese

Katie Spillane/Engelhardt

July 25, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with the entire Bowlby Family.i am the daughter of Kay Bowlby's brother, Jimmy Spillane. I was fortunate enough to finally meet Bob.From what Kay has told me Jimmy sounded like an incredible young man.

Marcella

July 24, 2008

My deepest condolences to the Bowlby family for another tragic loss of a loved one. My heart goes out to you all.

Denise Abdou

July 23, 2008

I love you Jimmy...I will always keep close to my heart the memories. I miss you...

Love,
Auntie

Alan Beebe

July 23, 2008

God bless you and your family. Your in my thoughts and prayers Jim.

April Leary

July 22, 2008

Donna & family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. May your faith keep you strong and may god place you all in the palm of his hands and let your hearts heal. Jimmy was a wonderful son, a great brother, a brave soldier, and a true gentleman. It was our pleasure to have had the chance to know him... God Bless You Jimmy...May you be at Peace. Our love ..Joe,April,Joseph,Sammi and Tracey Leary

Pattie Lauretto

July 22, 2008

God Bless The Bowlby's...such a loss. Jimmy was quite an amazing young man..he touched so many with his warm loving ways. Prayers and thoughts are with you! Hold onto the Bowlby Love!

Kelly Letterman

July 22, 2008

I am so sorry to hear of your terrible loss. My deepest sympathies to you all.

Russell Hamilton

July 22, 2008

My deepest sympathies to all of your family at such a loss. Find your strength in prayer.

Mike Casey

July 22, 2008

Mr. Bowlby,
Sir, I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for our Country when you served with the U.S. Army in Iraq. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

Janice Gilmore

July 21, 2008

Mike and Kevin
So sorry to hear of your terrible loss our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
May god hold you all closer during this time.
Janice and Steph Gilmore(mcd)

Mike Beebe

July 21, 2008

jimmy was one of my better influences growing up... though, we hadnt been in touch of late, i still joyfully recall the times we did have. my thoughts and prayers are with the entire Bowlby family.

Joan Chenette

July 21, 2008

Dearest Donna, Auntie Kay and family, we are so sorry to hear of your sad loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Dan & Joan (Day) Chenette & Family

Michael Perry

July 21, 2008

No words can express the sorrow I feel. I miss and love you all.

Dianne Joyce

July 21, 2008

Always in our hearts. We love you and we will miss you.
Dianne,Sean,Erin & Caitlin

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