James W. Bowman, age 81 of Massillon passed away on Friday, May 20, 2016.

He was born February 22, 1935, son of the late Arden and Lillian (Light) Bowman.

James was a lineman and technician for Ohio Bell where he worked for 35 years.  He was a member of the Massillon Moose, Sons of Herman and a lifetime member of North Lawrence Fish and Game Club.  He enjoyed camping at Dogwood Acres, fishing and hunting.

James is survived by his wife of 59 years, Barbara (Kraft) Bowman, son Richard Bowman and his partner Bob Eldridge of Akron, daughters Jolene Bischoff of Akron and Lori Dearth of Massillon, granddaughters Kristen (Dustin) Hendricks and Amanda (Michael) Miller, greatgrandchildren Mason and Carter Hendricks and Michael Miller Jr.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister Sarah (Sally) Bowman.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, May 24, 2016 from 6 to 8 P.M. at Heitger Funeral Home, 639 First St. N.E., Massillon.

Funeral service will be held on Wednesday, May 25, 2016 at 10 A.M. at the funeral home.  Burial will follow at St. Barbara Cemetery.

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