Isaiah Benjamin "I.B." Downs, Jr.

I.B was surely a gem of a person. May the fond memories of his life provide you with the comfort you need, and the hope in the scripture at 1 Thessalonians 4:14 bring you peace.

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Mr. I.B., as we called him, was first a man of God, then family, then others with lesser means, and then his company. I met him when I was in high school and my brother first worked for him then when I went to work they hired me for inside stuff. He was always kind and usually quiet (but when he laughed, it was an honest joy). He was deservedly well respected and generous to so many. Ill never forget when I was upset because I was $200 (felt like $2000 to me back in the 80s) short to buy my...

John, Tanya and Allison - so sorry for your loss and mine but what a great reunion going on now. He and Is

John, Tanya and Allison - so sorry for your loss and mine but what a great reunion going on now. He and Ms Helen were not just friends but also family. I loved them both and will miss them forever.

Tanya and family, I am sorry for your loss but what a time your grandfather is having in Heaven right now. We love you and miss you.

Brother Jr, as I called him was a long time family friend. He was always a character and would love to make you laugh. I will miss him, but happy to know where he is going. I've known him all my life and have witnessed him being a Christian. We will all miss him at Church, at Downs Lumber, and Izolas eating after Church on Sunday's. I loved his family as well...the ones that have gone on...his wife, Sister Helen, Kenny, and Lois. I'm happy that he has made it to his Heavenly Home. ❤