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James Allen "Jimmy" Dowell
1934 - 2025
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1934
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2025
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James Dowell Obituary
February 24, 1934 - October 15, 2025
James (Jimmy) Allen Dowell, better known as the 'Waving Man of Covesville" born on February 24th, 1934 entered into peaceful rest on Wednesday, October 15th 2025 at his residence in the Meadows Community in Crozet, Va.
He was the son of the late Ellen Marie (Williams) Dowell and Murray McKinley Dowell, Sr. of Covesville, Va. in Albemarle County.
Jimmy was predeceased by his sisters, Lucille Dowell, Pauline D. Cowan, Polly D. Sandridge; and brothers, Ralph, Lee, Linwood, and Charles Dowell.
He leaves to cherish his memory, daughters, Sandra M. Dowell Rich/Tony, Alice/Terrance, Jamie/Tim, Brenda Miller/Larry; son, Larry Henderson Sr.; a sister, Cornelia Johnson; 14 grandchildren, 36 great-grandchildren, three bonus great-grandchildren, two great-great-grandchildren; a host of nieces and nephews, cousins and friends.
Arrangements by J. F. Bell Funeral Home Inc. www.jfbellfuneralservices.com.
J. F. Bell Funeral Home Inc.
108 6th St. N.W. Charlottesville, VA
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Betty and Glen Coleman
November 9, 2025
We met Jimmy Dowell at Crossroads Store, North Garden many years ago. He always, always had a smile and would take time to have a conversation with everyone he would meet. We thank you, Jimmy Dowell, for making those that knew you feel special, appreciated, and loved.
Rev. & Mrs. C. W. Heath
November 9, 2025
Our deepest condolences to your entire family Shantwan. Just know that we are continually praying for all and lifting you before the throne of God. His peace we the Heath family leave you!
Darrell J. Howard
November 8, 2025
Before he became the "waving man" in Covesville, Jim Down was a stalwart catcher on the Covesville Tigers and Astros baseball teams. Along with his brothers Lee and Lenny, he was noted and remembered as one of the most entertaining, exciting players in Central Virginia. Jim loved playing baseball, watching baseball and had a marvelous memory when it came to recalling players and games from days past. In Jim's words, "I have caught doubleheaders and still wanted to keep playing, Lord it seemed like that thing was over so quick, I just enjoyed it."
Darrell J. Howard
Author, Sunday Coming Black Baseball in Virginia
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