James L. Bower

James L. Bower, age 68 of Delton, Michigan passed away Sunday, February 5, 2012 at his residence. He was born June 25, 1943 in Kalamazoo, Michigan, the son of Max L. and Opal I. (Sager) Bower. Jim attended Delton High School. He later attended a Sheet Metal Trade School and became a sheet metal journeyman. He worked for Local Union #7, Zone 1. Jim retired as a sheet metal journeyman in 1999. He also worked part time for BJ Hydraulics.

Jim married Nancy (Ralph) E. Higgins on January 25, 1964. He was a member of the Thornapple Valley Church. Jim was very active in the bible study and celebrate recovery programs. He was also a member of Local Union #7, Zone 1. Jim loved the outdoors and spending time with his grandchildren. He enjoyed stock car racing, hunting and fishing.

Jim was preceded in death by his parents, Max and Opal Bower.

He is survived by his wife, Nancy (Ralph) Bower of Delton, three children: Jacqua (Rodney) Dye of Delton, Jim (Kathy) Bower of Hastings, Rebecca (Robert) Kiser of Kalamazoo; seven grandchildren: Wesley Thompson, Rodney Dye, Mandy Dye, Dennis Maynard, Robert, Seth and Mina Kiser, one great-grandson, Austyn Thompson; three brothers: Ronald (Karen) Bower of Kalamazoo, Jack (Maria) Bower of California, Barry (Cheryl) Bower of Delton and several nieces and nephews.

Memorial Contributions:
Barry Community Hospice
450 Meadowrun Dr.
Hastings, MI 49058

Thornapple Valley Church
Celebrate Recovery Program
2750 S. M-43 Hwy.
Hastings, MI 49058

Memorial Service:
Thursday, February 9, 2012 @ 3:00 pm
Thornapple Valley Church
2750 S. M-43 Hwy.
Hastings, MI 49058
Pastor Jeff Arnett, officiating