James Ray Dowis Obituary
We are sad to announce that on October 12, 2025, at the age of 93, James Ray Dowis of Duncan, South Carolina passed away. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of James Ray Dowis to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, James Milton Dowis and Elizabeth Lister Dowis; his wife Thelma Dowis; his children, Jimmy Dowis and Anna Dowis; and his siblings, Jewel Mullinax, Mary Gregory and Roy Dowis.
He is survived by: his daughter Kim Hautamaki (Gary); his grandchildren, Daniel Hautamaki (Katie) and Emily Hindman (Patrick); his great grandchildren, Sam, Annie and Nora Hautamaki; his brother Jerry "Bud" Dowis; and his sister-in-law Nancy Dowis.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Duncan First Baptist Church, District 5 Backpack ministry, 103 East Main Street, Duncan, SC 29334.
