James Lee Gaw Obituary
We announce the death of James Lee Gaw of Center, Missouri, who passed away on July 12, 2026, at the age of 88. James Lee will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of James Lee Gaw to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Ralph Gaw and Edith Kerr Gaw; and his siblings, Joe Gaw, Danny Gaw and Carol Ann Hogue.
He is survived by: his wife Edna Sue Gaw of Center; his children, James Odell Gaw (Pat) of Jefferson City and Susan Munford (Mike) of Mexico; his siblings, Ralph Gaw (Barb) of Tipton, Bobby Gaw (Charlotte) of Warrensburg and Betty Sue Barber (William) of Vandalia; his grandchildren, Erica Gillilan (Austin), Brent Gaw, Brittany Munford (Kendall Groves), Madison Munford and Tina Claus (Andy); his great grandchildren, Axl, Ryker, Zane Gillilan, Kinser, Kahne Groves, Mathew and Ben Claus; and his brother-in-law Darrel Hogue. He is also survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and a host of friends.
Memorial contributions may be made to Spencer Creek Baptist Church or Union Chapel Cemetery and mailed in care of Bienhoff Funeral Home PO Box 212 Center, MO 63436.
