Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
BORN
1949
DIED
2017
FUNERAL HOME
James McGowans Obituary
Gaffney, S.C. - James Vincent (Bear) McGowans, 68, of 172 Tumbleweed Drive, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Thanksgiving Day. He went peacefully with his loving wife of 47 years by his side.
Born in Gaffney, he was the husband of Susan Thornton McGowans and the son of the late Clarence McGowans and Thelma McDaniel McGowans. Mr. McGowans was a United States Army Veteran of the Vietnam War. He was a member of Christian Heights Baptist Church where he was a deacon and sang in the choir. He loved his family, and his church family. He loved the Lord and he is having a grand ole' time in Heaven (John 3:16). He was a graduate of Gaffney High and Cleveland Community College, loved hunting, and fishing. Mr. McGowans was also an avid golfer, Gamecock fan, and loved all sports.
Surviving are two sons, Steven McGowans, of Pacolet, and David McGowans, of Gaffney; a daughter, Beth Blanton and husband, Phillip, of Boiling Springs, N.C.; three brothers, Robin McGowans, of Shelby, N.C., Wesley McGowans and wife, Tina, of Cowpens, and Barry McGowans, of Shelby, N.C.; a sister, Linda Mullinax, of Gaffney; six grandchildren, Brittany Tennell and husband, Julius, Samantha Mason and husband, Tyler, Joshua McGowans and wife, Alicia, Aaron Earls and wife, Kim, Tori Henderson and husband, Wayne, and Austin Blanton; and four great-grandchildren, Bailey, Corie, Rylen, and Zoey. He was preceded in death by a brother, Darryl McGowans; and a sister, Teresa Mc- Gowans.
The graveside service will be on Saturday, November 25, 2017 at 12 p.m. in Oakland Cemetery with Dr. Greg Little and Reverend Jo Mac Sparks officiating. The family will receive friends after the service.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to: Disabled American Veterans, Jack E. Daniels Chapter 54, P.O. Box 604, Gaffney, SC 29342; and Wounded Warrior Project, 4899 Belfort Road, Suite 300, Jacksonville, FL 32256.
The family will be at the residence.
An online guest register is available at www.blakelyfuneralhome.com.
Blakely Funeral Home & Crematory, Gaffney, S.C.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for James McGowans
Sponsored by Blakely Funeral Home & Crematory.
1 Entry
November 27, 2017
My deepest sympathy to the family. May reflecting on all the good times you've shared together help ease the pain. May God grant you guidance, strength and peace during this time of sadness. Psalms 29:11.
Showing 1 - 1 of 1 results
Make a Donation
in James McGowans's name
Memorial Events
for James McGowans
Funeral services provided by:
Blakely Funeral Home & Crematory1047 Chesnee Highway P.O. Box 850, Gaffney, SC 29341
How to support James's loved ones
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief
Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.
Read more
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read moreWays to honor James McGowans's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
