James David Cowans was born on December 27, 1955, in Port Hueneme, California, to Marvin Cowans and Frankie (Hudson) Cowans. He passed away on November 11, 2025, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, surrounded by the love and presence of his family.

On November 19, 1973, James married Lynda Gentry, and together they built a life rooted in devotion, laughter, and unwavering partnership. Their marriage spanned more than fifty years, and through every season, they remained one another's constant source of strength.

James spent many years working as a truck driver and took pride in providing for his family. He also served his country as an Army Veteran, an experience that shaped his steady, disciplined nature.

In 1996, James and his family made Guthrie their home. He cherished the slower pace of life and enjoyed simple routines like fishing, woodworking, and time with friends Family meant a great deal to James. He showed his love in ways that were sometimes quiet and sometimes expressed through his signature habit of giving the people he cared about a hard time.

Survivors include his wife Lynda; children Melissa Phillips, Lissa Splawn and partner Mike Tallent, and Susan Cowans; siblings Larry Cowans and wife Debby and Rhonda Gomez; 13 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents Marvin and Frankie Cowans, brother Jerry Cowans, sister Vickie Lynn, two granddaughters, one grandson, and two great granddaughters.

There are no services planned at this time.