James Howdeshell passed away on May 9, 2021, at the age of 45. James was born April 8, 1976, in Wilmington, NC to the late James B. and Mary Ann Howdeshell nee Blackwell.
He is survived by his 3 sisters, Karey Howdeshell, Theresa Armistead, Dinah Howdeshell Booth, 2 brothers, James Howdeshell and Monti Howdeshell, significant other, Diana Lynn; 5 children, Leelan Howdeshell, Katelynn, Damian, Casey Lynn, Joselynn; nephew, William; niece, Jasmine; 9 grandchildren Jordyn, Emery, Jamesyn, Kylen James, Mason, Makenna, Madilynn, Matthew, Bentley. He is preceded in death by his father, James Burton Howdeshell, mother, Mary Ann Howdeshell, son, Blaine Springer. James enjoyed disc golf, playing pool, and hacky sac. watching the St. Louis Blues and listening to Five Finger Death Punch, Slayer, Metallica, Violent Femmes and so many more. He will be dearly missed by numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends whom most were like family.
A celebration of life will be held Saturday, June 5, 2021, doors open at 1:30 p.m., Celebration Hall, 211 N. 2nd St. Jonesburg, MO 63351.