James Milton "Buddy" Downs
September 21, 1927 ~ November 13, 2016
James M. Downs, Sr. “Buddy”, 89, of Abell, MD passed away on November 13, 2016 in Leonardtown, MD. Born on September 21, 1927, he was the son of the late Helen Bailey Downs and Clifton “Jake” Downs. Buddy was the loving husband of Elizabeth Huseman Downs, whom he married on September 6, 1947. Buddy is survived by his children: James M. Down, Jr. (Cindy) of Clements, MD, Sharon Barnes (Ron) of Clements, MD, Charles D. Downs (Rosine) of Compton, MD, 6 grandchildren, and 6 great grandchildren. Siblings: Ann Downs Huseman, Thelma Downs Reingruber, Joseph Downs (Joe boy), Patricia “Patsy” Downs Troger. He was preceded in death by his siblings: Walter Bailey Downs, Thomas E. Downs “Nick” and Joan Downs. Buddy was a lifelong resident of St. Mary's County and a lifelong parishioner of Holy Angels Catholic Church. He was a member of the Men's Club and 7th Dist Optimist Club. Buddy started a plumbing company in 1967, James M. Downs Plumbing and Heating and retired in 1992. He enjoyed boating, feeding his ducks, gardening, maintaining his impeccable lawn and he loved eating oysters. He was also well known for his "McGiver" type skills. He had an uncanny ability to find a solution to a problem, an inconvenience or to something that just wouldn't work. He was loved and will be missed by all. Family requests donations be made to Holy Angels Catholic Church.
The family will receive friends on Thursday, November 17, 2016 from 5:00 Pm – 8:00 PM in Holy Angels Catholic Church Avenue, MD. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, November 18, 2016 at 10:00 AM in Holy Angels Catholic Church Avenue, MD with Father Anthony Lickteig officiating. Interment will follow in Sacred Heart Catholic Cemetery Bushwood, MD. Pallbearers will be: R.T. Johnson, Todd Leitch, Don Owens, Ted Downs, David Hall, and Al Hayden, Jr.
Arrangements provided by the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, P.A. Leonardtown, MD.
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Aunt Elizbeth, Jimmy, Sharon, and Charles David,
We were so sorry to hear about Uncle Buddy. I know Dad has already greeted him, and is showing him around his new home. Please let us know if we can do anything for you in this difficult time. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Ted & Mary Beth
Aunt Beth, Sharon, Jimmy and Charles David and all the family, our sincerest sympathy to you. Be assured of our love, thoughts and prayers.
To the Downs Family,
I have always thought highly of Buddy, he was always so nice even as a child, he was always nice to us. If there is anything I can do or help please let me know.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May the Lord give you strength during these difficult times. God Bless
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
To Jimmy, Charles and the extended families, I extend my deepest sympathies. May he rest in peace.
Our prayers and thoughts are with your family.
Big Boy and Chuck , sorry to hear of the passing of your father , Buddy.. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.. May God Bless him and may he RIP
To all the Downs family,
So sorry to hear of Buddy’s passing. Keep all your memories of him close to your heart.
To The Downs Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all!
May your DAD rest in Peace!
Dear Elizabeth, how very sorry Jeannie and I are for your loss. How very grateful we are we had some time to visit with you and Buddy.
God Bless. Harry and Jeannie Silverstone
To Jimmy, Cindy, Charles, Rosine and the rest of the Downs family
We are so sorry for your loss. RIP Buddy
Dear Charles and Rosine and family. so sorry for your loss. Im sure he will be greatly missed. we will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers.
To the Downs Family….My thoughts and prayers are with you as you go through this difficult time. May God grant him eternal rest and you comfort in knowing that Buddy is with Our Lord.
Dear Charles and Rosine,
My deepest thoughts and prayers are with you at the time. God bless you.
Father John
To the Downs family, so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
SENDING OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS TO THE DOWNS FAMILY. SO SORRY TO HEAR THE PASSING OF BUDDY. JUST REMEMBER ALL THE GOOD TIMES AND WHAT A SPECIAL MAN. GOD BLESS!!! LOVE THE TWINS.
We extend our deepest condolences to the entire Downs family.
To the Downs Family, So sorry for your loss. We pray for you to find peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your heart.
My deepest sympathies to the Down’s family, he was a nice person and will be missed by all.
Our Sincerest Condolences to the Downs Family! We have lost another Great Man from the Seventh… May His Memories Live Forever In Your Hearts!!!
Charles, Rosine, and the extended Downs Family
Our sincere condolences to all. We all face or have faced these days so we share your grief like it was our own and we pray that all will find the happiest of memories to dwell on…
Elizabeth and Family,
We were so saddened to hear of Buddy’s passing. We truly enjoyed his company and funny stories. We are so thankful for his generosity during our time living next door. Please know that your family is in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
My sincerest condolences to the entire family.
You treated us just like family. Pet Bozo on top of the head for me. Love ya!
To the Downs Family: Our sincere condolences to you for your loss. We will keep your family in our thoughts and prayers. RIP Mr. Downs.
To the Downs family,
Our sincere condolences for the loss of your father. Prayers for all.