McGowan, James E., Jr., - 67, of Egg Harbor Township, a longtime resident of Linwood and Egg Harbor Township, died unexpectedly on January 15, 2022 at the age of 67. James known to most as "Big Jim" was a longtime casino employee who recently retired from Tropicana. Jim was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather and an avid outdoorsman. He loved sharing his love for the outdoors with his sons and grandsons. He often traveled to upstate New York to his cabin to snowmobile and enjoy the quiet. He is the son of the late James and Catherine McGowan. He is survived by his wife, Susan; his sons James (Amy) and Jason (Lena); and grandsons James, Hunter, Gavin and Logan. Jim is also survived by his sisters, Catherine Bruckler, Carol (Donald) Robertson, Dianne (Steve) Nehmad, Patricia (Harold) Price, and sister-in-law Patricia Lenio and many nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be given to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) or Type 1 Diabetes Research Funding (JDRF). Arrangements by and condolences at www.adams-perfect.com

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Published by The Press of Atlantic City on Jan. 22, 2022.

Memories and Condolences
for James McGowan

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9 Entries

Erica Strafella

March 2, 2022

I´m so broken hearted that Big Jim has passed. I grew up next door to him, Sue, Jimmy and Jason. Big Jim was my father´s best friend for over 30 years. The McGowans were not just life long friends, they were my family... We grew up together!!! We had our babies together. My heart is broken and is bleeds for my second family. I will always love Big Jim, Sue, Jimmy (Amy), Jason (lena) and all of his beautiful grandchildren. Big Jim was an amazing husband, father, grandfather and most of all the best friend my father would ever have. I will keep you in my heart for the rest of my life. I will be there for your (our) family forever. I pray that you and Wes will be in heaven together. I know my father has missed his best friend. I know you guys are up at the cabin together, fishing, hunting, riding your snowmobiles and watching over all of us. The only peace I have is knowing you two are together enjoying life and watching over all of us. Rest well Big Jim, know that you were so loved and honored by your family and your loved ones. oxoxoxo

Willie Wilkes

February 6, 2022

Sending love and prayers to The McGowen Family, Jim was a great man and yes his sense of humor was outstanding. I think I´m still in shock, I worked with Jim for 23 years, went Salmon fishing and camping at his special place, great memories.

Barbara Schneck

January 26, 2022

I´m saddened to hear of Jim´s passing. I had the pleasure of working with him at Tropicana. Jim´s sense of humor made the days go by quick. He was a pistol, being a hunter and myself being a animal lover, Jim would always say, Barb look at this crazy person on my phone, so silly me would look. OMG I would say as he showed me his prizes (Deer). He would laugh so hard at my face as well as the other Techs. I always fell for it. He was an awesome Technical Manager and always willing to help you out. My deepest Sympathy to the family.
RIP Jim.

Christine Pacifico

January 24, 2022

So sorry and shocked to hear of Jim's passing. He was such a tough guy, I'd thought he would have lived forever. He introduced us to Duck Dynasty, he loved those guys...It was a privilege knowing him, great memories

Dge Dan dambro

January 24, 2022

Very sorry to hear this. Jim was a great down to earth guy. Enjoyed working with him for many years. Hard working with a great sense of humor. Will be missed. Prayers to the family

Kirk Kerlin

January 22, 2022

Shocked and saddened by Jim´s passing. Had the pleasure of working with him for decades. Also had the pleasure of hunting with him and learning from his extensive knowledge. He's a guy with both feet on the floor and good solid values. A man's man. He and I retired not far apart. I know he was looking forward to retirement. Gone too soon.

Steve Miller

January 22, 2022

Diane, Carol and family, We´re very sorry to hear of your younger brother´s passing. May the fond memories with him, help in the healing of missing him. Steve and Evangeline Miller, La Mesa, CA

Carol Esterman

January 22, 2022

My heart goes out to the McGowan family.
May BIg Jim Rest In Peace.

Bob Ambrose

January 18, 2022

I was saddened to hear about the passing of Jim. Thoughts and prayers to Jim´s family. Working with Jim for over 2 decades at the Tropicana is a great memory. He was never too busy to offer serious assistance in a technical situation with a customer on a slot game and yet he was always ready to break stride for some humor as well. In the decades that we worked together we shared many experiences which created many memories. I will say that Jim´s sense of humor made some long winter work hours in the casino more bearable.
After I left the Trop I stopped in to see Jim about 6 months before he retired. We had coffee in the tech shop and chatted and laughed for quite a while about our experiences together.
Everyone we meet in life becomes part of, our own story. Jim is certainly part of mine.
Thanks Jim.

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