Jamie Lee Dowell

She was born in Peoria on December 15, 1989 to Bud and Crystal (Oedewaldt) Dowell. They survive.

Also surviving is her sister, Kaylee (Eloise) Arnold; grandma, Wanda Oedewaldt; aunts, Selese (Paul) Anderson, Jennifer (Patrick) Towne, and Verna Hankins; cousins, Connor and Samantha Towne, Natalie and Ryan Anderson; her beloved pets, Sasha, Mumford and Goose; as well as several more aunts, uncles and cousins.

She is preceded in death by her grandparents, James Oedewaldt, Verla and Vernon Dowell; cousin, Michael Dowell; and dog companion, Doug.

Jamie was a proud graduate of Dunlap High School. She later graduated from Bradley University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Communication and Media Studies with a minor in Creative Writing. She was a member of Sigma Tau Delta, Phi Theta Kappa, and a volunteer for TAPS (Tazewell Animal Protective Society). She was an accomplished photographer and freelance writer with numerous publications.

She worked for Peoria County as a Communications Coordinator. She especially loved her business as a Pet Care Professional.

Jamie loved animals, specifically dogs. She also loved Disney. She collected Disney memorabilia, owning more than 40 pairs of Disney ears, had been a stockholder in Walt Disney World, and traveled to Orlando often. She also enjoyed playing video games.

Jamie was a very generous person and gift giver. She was known to be extremely organized and a meticulous planner.

Jamie's Funeral service will be held at Davison-Fulton Woolsey Wilton on Saturday, January 11, 2025 at 11:30am, with a visitation to start two hours prior at 9:30am. Burial will take place at Swan Lake Memory Gardens.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to TAPS, Peoria Humane Society or an Animal Shelter of the donor's choice.

Words of comfort can be shared with the Dowell family at www.Woolsey-Wilton.com