He was born on September 19, 1927 in Campbell County, son of the late William and Gertrude Stowers. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by a brother, William Albert Stowers and his beloved cat Kallie
James was a true man of God and was a charter member of Tree of Life Ministries. He served his country in the United States Navy for 31 years and also retired from B&W. In his spare time he loved to cook, travel and spend time outdoors.
In addition to his wife Mattie, he is survived by a daughter, Velva Kowalsky and husband Don; a son, Billy Stowers and wife Debbie; 5 step children, Bobby Phelps, Jr. and wife Laura, Mike Phelps, Roger Phelps, Phyllis Layne and husband Marvin and Debra Waddell. He is also survived by twelve grandchildren and numerous great grandchildren.
A funeral service will be held at 1 pm on Thursday, July 11, 2019 at Whitten Timberlake Chapel with Rev. Ray Triplett officiating. Burial will follow at Fort Hill Memorial Park with military honors provided by the Lynchburg American Legion Post #16. The family will receive friends from 12 – 1 pm prior to the service.
