James David Bowness was born April 10, 1958, in Fairfax, Missouri, to Phillip and Joan (Burke) Bowness. He went to his Savior on May 29, 2024.

Jim attended school in Mound City, Missouri, from first grade to 12th grade, graduating in 1976. In 1980, he graduated from the University of Missouri.

On June 4, 1982, Jim and Angie Hall were united in marriage at Concordia Lutheran Church. They raised three children, Katharyn, Jackson, and Dallas. Jim was called “Dad” by many children through the years, welcoming many to his home in time of need.

Jim was a member of the Holy Trinity Lutheran Church and farmed all his life on the family farm with his father and son.

Jim left behind his wife, Angie, of the home; his children, Katharyn of Kansas City, Kansas, Dallas Mueller Smith (JC) of St. Joseph, Missouri, and Jackson (Aubrey) of Fairfax; one sister, Christina Bowness Webster (Kevin) of Mound City; one brother, Kevin Bowness of St. Joseph; one grandson, Landen Heming; and many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.

A Celebration of Life was held Monday, June 3, 2024, at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, Mound City. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions to Holy Trinity Lutheran Church. Online guest book and obituary can be found at www.pettijohncrawford.com. May God bless each of you this day and every day.