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James Bowie Obituary

James "Jim' Bowie Sr. transitioned to be with His Lord Friday, March 14, 2014. His devoted wife, Victoria and children, Jim and Kim were by his side. Jim, entrepreneur and businessman, a native Houstonian grew up in Independence Heights where his father, the late Dr. Wm. Bowie, Jr. and brother, Rev. John W. Bowie were both Pastors of True Light Baptist Church. He attended Burrus Elementary, Wheatley High, graduated from TSU Accounting and served in the US Army. Wake: Fri, March 21, 6:00pm-8:30pm Memorial at 7:15pm. Funeral: Sat., March 22, 11:00am. Both at True Light Baptist Church, 7102 North Main, Hou, TX 77022. Internment: Mon., March 24, at Houston National Cemetery. Arrangements by O.W. Wiley Mortuary. In lieu of flowers, the family appreciates donations to the True Light Church Scholarship Fund.

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Published by Houston Chronicle on Mar. 21, 2014.

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Bill Blythe

March 23, 2014

My deepest sympathy goes out to Jim's family. I had great respect for Jim as he was a man of high moral principles and a patriot.

See you on the other side Jim.

John Noble

March 22, 2014

Jim was often asked to offer the opening prayer at various political events that I attended. Jim's prayers were remarkable, and wonderful. I told him so on more than one occasion. He was easy to approach, and had a gentle spirit. I will miss him, and I know a lot of others will too.

Darnell Grantham Jr. BTW c/o '92

March 22, 2014

To Kim and the Bowie family, my thoughts and prayers are with you all in this time. God be with you and comfort you.

Dr. Francis E. W. Guidry - Ebenezer. UMC

March 22, 2014

My deepest sympathy to the Bowie family. May the comfort and love of God and the prayers of all believers sustain you now and always.

C Bonner

March 22, 2014

On behalf of the Bonnner family, we the children of B.T. Bonner II would like to extend our thoughts and prayers to the family. Miss Vicki and family know that we will pray continuously for your strengthen and comfort. May God's love be a comfort and your refuge.

Love
Carol Bonner, on behalf of
my father B.T. Bonner II
brother John Bonner
sister Barbara Bonner
and my mom Florence Bonner

H Bowie

March 22, 2014

My condolences to the Bowie Family!

Elgie Wade

March 21, 2014

You guys have my condolences. I remember him being mine and Todd Vincent Sunday School Teacher once are twice with sister Bolden being the Church Secretary.My prayers are with you.

Joyce Breeler & the Thomas family

March 21, 2014

Vicki, Kim & Jim,
Our family is deeply saddened by the passing of your husband and father. But we can all rejoice knowing that we will see him again. May God comfort and keep you in His care.

M R

March 21, 2014

My condolences to the Bowie family. May the family find comfort in God promise to do away with all sickness , pain and sorrow. May the fond memories bring the family much comfort .

Deborah Norman

March 21, 2014

Our deepest sympathy, love and praying for your comfort ,peace and healing. Deborah Norman and sister Charlie Nash

Teresa Geisheker

March 21, 2014

What a tremendous legacy your Dad leaves. Continue to be comforted as you grieve, by the knowledge of eternal bliss. Love, Teresa and Michael Geisheker

March 21, 2014

Kim, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Kim

March 21, 2014

My condolences to the bereaved family of Mr. Bowie. May you be comforted by reflecting on the many wonderful memories that you can cherish forever.

Mikalla Hodges

March 21, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your loved ones during this difficult time.

March 21, 2014

To Mama Bowie,Jim,Kim,The Bowie Family, and to the True Light family. What a great man of God Uncle Jim was. Everytime I talked with him he shared great wisdom and knowledge to me. He believed in me when others would not. He will never be forgotten! He has fought a good fight, he has finished his course, and he has kept the faith! Sabrina and I just want to say to you Uncle Jim, We Love you!
Pastor Michael & Lady Sabrina Turner Original Harvest Missionary Baptist Church (Cleveland Ohio)

March 21, 2014

"....Well done, thou good and faithful servant....."
Matthew 25:21

For surely Mr. Bowie was a faithful servant. Sweet rest is his deserved reward.

Family, be comforted in God's promises, as found in His Word. Rest assured that there will be a sweet reunion someday.

Sincerely,

Lela Anderson

Marcia Wilson

March 21, 2014

To Kim & The Bowie Family:
My prayers are with you during this time. May God continue to comfort and keep you.

Robert Tillery

March 21, 2014

He was a great and good friend...he was called big jim...but he was a GIANT at heart and spirt. ...jim will be missed by many. ..my family loves you and you will be missed my good friend. ..

March 21, 2014

Our sincere condolences to the Bowie family during this difficult time.

Rev. Curtis Owens,Jr & Janis Owens

Melody Flakes

March 21, 2014

Vicky, Kim and Jim Jim and Bowie family, My heart and prayers are with you all....Your dad will be missed, but God has an awesome angel....love you, your first baby sitter that your awesome father and mother made me.

Peggy Lindow

March 21, 2014

Mr. Bowie was a lovely man. We will miss his presence and influence among us in the Tea Party movement.

No rocks

Breeze

March 21, 2014

I THANK U MR BOWIE BECAUSE THROUGH THE DOCTRINE OF YOU YOUR SON HAS HELPED ME IN RAISING MY TWO SONS I AM HONORED TO CALL YOUR SON MY FRIEND AND U AND YOUR LOVELY WIFE ARE TO THANK REST EASY THEY ARE IN GOOD HANDS

March 21, 2014

My condolences to the BOWIE family. may the God of all comfort help you to endure during this time of grief.

March 21, 2014

Dwight L. Short 2210 Laurel Branch Way Houston, Texas 77014

Bertha Brown

March 21, 2014

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

Willadene Washington Glover

March 21, 2014

Please accept my deepest sympathies.

Pastor Reginald and Elyse Rouzan

March 21, 2014

Our deepest condolences to the Bowie family

Byrom Wehner

March 20, 2014

My prayers and sympathies are with the Bowie family. I met Jim in the mid-70's when we were both precinct chairmen. Jim was a true gentleman and a credit to the Houston community. He will be sorely missed.

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