James Edward "Jim" McDowell
James Edward "Jim" McDowell
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Jim is survived by his wife of 64 years, Virginia Lee McDowell; children, Pamela Ann Babuska, Edward James (Mary) McDowell, and Timothy Charles McDowell; grandchildren, Megan Mallory Ritz, Ryan James Babuska, James Edward McDowell, Erin Christine McDowell; great grandchild, Finnigan Christopher Ritz; siblings, Lois Mayfield, Shirley Diepenhorst, Patricia (George) Leahy, and Margaret Morris; sister-in-law, Barbara McDowell; also many extended family and dear friends.
Jim was the son of the late Edward and Mary McDowell, also preceded in death by his brother, Thomas McDowell.
Funeral Services will be held at Great Lakes National Cemetery.
The family plans to have a Memorial Gathering at a later date.
In Lieu of flowers memorial contributions can be made to
Wounded Warriors Family Support
920 South 107th Avenue Suite 250
Omaha, NE 68114
VFW National Headquarters
406 W. 34th St.
Kansas City, MO 64111
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James "Jim" Edward McDowell, of Milford, passed away peacefully on July 25, 2022. He was 92 years old.
Jim is survived by his wife of 64 years, Virginia Lee McDowell; children, Pamela Ann Babuska, Edward James (Mary) McDowell, and Timothy Charles McDowell; grandchildren, Megan Mallory Ritz, Ryan James Babuska, James Edward McDowell, Erin Christine McDowell; great grandchild, Finnigan Christopher Ritz; siblings, Lois Mayfield, Shirley Diepenhorst, Patricia (George) Leahy, and Margaret Morris; sister-in-law, Barbara McDowell; also many extended family and dear friends.
Jim was the son of the late Edward and Mary McDowell, also preceded in death by his brother, Thomas McDowell.
Funeral Services will be held at Great Lakes National Cemetery.
The family plans to have a Memorial Gathering at a later date.
In Lieu of flowers memorial contributions can be made to
Wounded Warriors Family Support
920 South 107th Avenue Suite 250
Omaha, NE 68114
VFW National Headquarters
406 W. 34th St.
Kansas City, MO 64111
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Shirley
April 29, 2023
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. You will be missed say hi to Tom , Ted & Barb. Love you all
Shirley
Kevin Mayfield
April 28, 2023
Uncle Jimmy,
I will always remember your smile, your laugh, your stories and your big heart. When my dad passed in 1997, you were sure to let me know that if I needed anything, all I had to do was call you - that meant so much. Despite the teasing and good-natured bickering between you and your siblings, it was clear that everyone looked up to you. You were loved and you will be missed.
Love,
Kevin Mayfield
Karen roy
April 28, 2023
Karen roy
April 28, 2023
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Karen roy
April 28, 2023
I am so glad we were able to get together and spend time with family.
You will be missed dearly
Jason
April 28, 2023
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Jeff Morris
April 27, 2023
Dear Uncle Jimmy,
There was always such big laughs when you were around! I loved fishing on the lake! I loved sitting with you on the deck and talking just about anything that was going on. You were a true conversationalist and I was always interested in your perspective on things. You meant so much to our entire family and your presence will be greatly missed. I love you and know that now you´re at peace and in heaven.
With much love,
Jeff Morris
Peggy Morris
April 27, 2023
Jim,
I always looked up to you! My big brother who was always there to protect us and watch out for all of us. Always caring and kind and knowledgeable about so many things. There are just so many memories I´ve been reminded of and sifting through, and you will always be my big brother who I loved so much. I will never forget you. Your laugh, your smile, your charm. Your cheerful presence was infectious. There´s definitely a void I feel without you, but I know you´re still watching over us all. You´re with God now and at peace now and I feel at peace knowing that.
Love you,
Peggy
Lois Mayfield
April 27, 2023
To my beloved brother James (Jimmy) McDowell.
We miss you so much . Just as we got back together in the same state of Michigan, the Lord called you home to be with him in his heavenly realm where I am so happy that you are and we will see you again when we arrive there not by our good works but by the grace of God, and in the name of his son, Jesus Christ.
Until then lots of love, your sister, Lois Mayfield
Patsy and Denny Leahy
April 27, 2023
Jimmie and Tommy,
"Today if full of memories
of both my Brothers laid to rest,
and every single one of them
is filled with happiness.
For you both were someone special,
always such a joy to know
and there was so much pain
when it was time to let the both of you go.
That's why this special message
is sent to Heaven above
for the angels to take care of you
and give you all my love."
We miss you dearly every day, and all the memories that we shared. We were truly gifted that our mom raised us to stay close to one another, and she would be so proud that her wishes came to life.
There is not a day that goes by that I don't think about the both of you!
You both have a special place in my heart, and I know one day we will all be together again.
Debbie and Dave Herring
April 27, 2023
Uncle Jim,
Had I known that their was a legacy page in your name I would have posted a message in your honor 9 months ago. Thanks to your nephew Jason McDowell, he discovered it and let the family know!
To say the least, you and your siblings had a tough road ahead when you lost your father at the age of 7. Granny, your mother, was in a coma for quite sometime, but miraculously she pulled through. I can't even imagine her strength, courage and determination to raise 6 small children by herself, and you had become the "man" of the household at such a young age, a responsibility that only you could have accomplished.
When you were old enough and able, you became the "Santa Claus" to all of your younger siblings, making sure they had the beautiful Christmas that you always thought they deserved. That is only one of the several accomplishments you achieved in your lifetime.
At the age of 16, you were held in high honor by the president of the Vortex Club and was awarded an engraved watch for your heroic rescue when saving a friend that was drowning in the middle of Lake Leelanau. Your fearlessness and selflessness perfectly describe your personality and your golden heart.
I will always remember the family reunions held at your house, the football games we all participated in, and in fact, you were the first person to teach me how to fish on your lake. So many great memories!
I am so glad I was able to see you in the hospital before you passed. I don't care what anyone else's opinion is, because I know in my heart that you knew I was there, as you held my hand tight while we played some of your favorite songs.
I will always be proud of all of your achievements, and most of all, that I had an Uncle as special as you!
I will Love you always and forever,
Cheryl Tront
April 26, 2023
Uncle Jim you are going to be greatly missed but will never be forgotten. I will always cherish the memories I have of you. You were always so kind and great at making people laugh. Thank you for serving our country, thank you for being such a wonderful uncle. You will always remain in my heart. I love you Uncle Jim.
Cherie
Tina Morris
April 26, 2023
Dear Uncle Jimmy,
I´m so sad you aren´t with us anymore. Since you lived in a neighboring town growing up, we saw you frequently. My Dad would take us fishing on your lake. The summer barbecue you would have supplying all us kids with basically all the TownClub pop we could dream of in all the different flavors You were such a kind person and always genuinely interested in how everyone else was doing. I loved having conversations with you. You´re really going to be missed, but you will never, ever be forgotten!
Love, Tina
Kristie czarnecki
April 26, 2023
Uncle Jim I will miss you so very much. I have a ton of memories but the one that sticks out and you brought it up everytime I saw you was the walk around the lake. Jeff and myself and the kids also have wonderful memories of visiting you in north carolina. I love you and know you are at peace. Kristie
Jason
April 23, 2023
Uncle Jim,
I'm hurt that your gone but happy your at peace. I have so many great memories of you growing up, especially of you and my dad together. Your sense of humor was one of a kind. You and dad together were always fun to watch. The last time I saw you, you had given me dad's shotgun. It's a moment I'll never forget, it meant alot to me. I love you, Rest in peace uncle Jimmy.
Gary Fisher
July 27, 2022
So sorry for your loss. May the good memories comfort you during this time. Prayers to the family.
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