James William Dowd

I grew up in the house behind Jim in Lakewood, Ohio. We walked together to and from St, James school everyday. We both went to Saint Edward´s High School. Jim went to John Carrol university & I went to Ohio State until our big uncle sent us to the Nam. Here we are 10,0000 miles from home when we once again connected. My tour required I look for POW camps the marines wanted Jim to fly choppers in an out of Danang. That´s when Jim´ pop died so Jim went home and I never saw him...

I am so blessed to have had your warmth, kindness, & sense of humor in my life!

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Good by to a great golf buddy.

We saw Jim in Berea before he got sick. Was looking good and it was nice to see him! This COVID can afflict any of us and I am sorry it chose to take him. Gentle Jim Rest In Peace now.

Thank you for your service Sir.

I was friends with Jim from Warner and Swasey and Cleveland Trust, when at that time he acquired Pirate’s Cove. He was always positive and happy. Like many, he did not talk about his Vietnam experiences very much at all. He was engaged with and loved life. He is a most memorable human being. A true good guy. Smile on Jimmy. I’m so sad you have left my life.

Thank you for your service to our country !

Better days...

Rest In Peace, Jim. My deepest sympathy to all the family. Thanks for all the good memories. You will be missed by many!