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James Edward Downs from Pasadena, Texas passed away September 6, 2017 at the age of 90. He was one of three triplets born January 6, 1927 to parents Frederick Downs and Myrtle Shockley Downs Adelman. Jim attended Snyder High School and then, after serving in the U.S. Navy, he earned a bachelor's degree in engineering at Oklahoma University in Norman.
He was preceded in death by his beautiful wife of 17 years of marriage, Deloris Schnobrich Downs, son Guy Downs and son Fred Downs. Also preceded in death siblings John and Fred Downs and sister Jo Rea Clare. Jim worked as an engineer with the Space Program at NASA. He was a member of The First Christian Church of Pasadena and Parents Without Partners (where he met dance companion Margaret Hooker). Jim had a passion for dancing, tennis, acting and women. He acted in several plays at Pasadena Little Theater. He and his daughter were also in a play in New York. Growing up the Downs Triplets were well known acrobatic and dance performers coached by their mom. Jim was known for his generosity and sense of humor!
He is survived by his daughter, Debbie Broadhead Brandt and son Jeff Downs. Grandchildren include Brett Downs, Kristin Tauber and Lori Downs. Great grandchildren are Kennedy Jeffery and Guy Jeffery, Annabelle and Levi and McKenna Tauber, Megan and Holly Brandt and namesake James Downs.
Visitation will be September 15, 2017 from 5pm-8pm at Grandview Funeral Home located at 8501 Spencer Highway, Pasadena, TX 77505. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, September 16, 2017 at 10am at First Christian Church of Pasadena located at 4848 Preston Pasadena, TX 77505.
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Dean Broadhead
June 18, 2018
My deepest condolences to Debbie and Jeff. Jim Downs was a good man and father. He was always there for his family and friends if you needed his advice or help. I remember his love of music, dancing, acting and tennis. He enjoyed the Wall Street Journal and dabbling in the stock market. He enjoyed old cars, as I remember the '65 or '66 Mustang and the '61 Mercury Comet! God will welcome Jim to eternal life. He is finally home! He will be missed by many.
Kat Wood Cernak
September 27, 2017
Jim, you were the last man on this planet whom I called "Dad" and I loved you very much! Your quick and sometimes naughty wit was such a hoot! Am praying for you and my Steve day and night to be with Jesus! Please ask him to have mercy on me! May your soul and all the souls of the faithful departed Rest In Peace! You are already missed Dad! Kat
Andrea Pepper
September 17, 2017
My friend's dad, who was always funny, youthful, and sweet. After years of seeing him regularly at their home, he spoke to me one evening when we were waiting for Debbie in the living room, about different things that had happened in his life. Always kind. You will be missed by all of us.
jan berger
September 14, 2017
to a wonderful, caring brother in law, and to a wonderful dad of 4 children that he was very proud of. He talked about the good times of being on Broadway with deb.
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debbie broadhead brandt
September 13, 2017
My dear sweet daddy, I will miss you terribly. But the good news is I will see you in Heaven. Words can't express what a blessing you were in my like, love, your favorite daughter
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