James Townes
James Townes, age 81, of Florissant MO , passed away peacefully on 04/12/2026 from Cancer. Born on 05/21/1944 in St. Louis, MO.
Navy veteran. Married to Beverly Townes for 49 years. TSA agent, videographer, avid boxing fan, loved to perfect his BBQing techniques. Devoted to all his fur babies.
James was preceded in death by his parents Rowena Lawrey and Sidney Townes. He is survived by his beloved wife, Beverly Townes, his children Vance, David, and Jamie Townes. As well as his granddaughters Christine, Amanda, Danielle, Caitlyn, Jana, and Mia, and his two great-grandsons Christian and Owen and his grand-daughter Celeste.
Memorial will be held on 05/02/2026 at Christ First, Florissant MO beginning at 12:00 pm with visitation beginning at 11:00 am.
Memorial contributions may be made to Christ First Legacy Level.
I LOVE ❤️ AND MISS YOU DAD! Thanks 🙏 for being my Dad, I was a riot, with a few ruffled feathers in 59 years but most of the time, the funniest & funnest Dad ever. I’ll still be continuing “Townes Moments” without you 😔 😆. I’ll think about you everyday till it’s my time to come home 🏡 T4TW 🫡