James Edward Dowling

April 14, 1927 - October 27, 2018

GREENFIELD – James Edward Dowling, 91, joined his wife Rosemary in heaven on Saturday, October 27, 2018. Jim was born in Greenfield, IN, on April 14, 1927 to John Thomas and Mary Grace (Nigh) Dowling. He retired as an executive accountant from Allison’s Detroit Diesel Division of General Motors after 47 years. He was an Army veteran of WWII, the first president of Jaycees and a member of Bradley United Methodist Church. He was an avid golfer and sports enthusiast. Chief is survived by his daughter, Kathy and grand dog, Piper. He will be sadly missed by Kathy, Stuart, Chris, Lindsay, Cooper, Addie Jo, Michael, Alyssa, Brynn, and Nash Barr, Joey and Pam Johnson, Nick Tuttle; nieces and nephews, Candy Castellanos, Bob (Pam) Arnold, Valerie Shake, MaryBeth McGee, Paula Lawrence, and Patrick McQuade; several great nieces and nephews; and many beloved friends. He was preceded in death by his wife of 67 years, Rosemary; daughter, Christine Dowling; and sister, Jean (Bob) Arnold. There will be no calling or services per his request. Memorial contributions may be mailed to the Christine Dowling Scholarship Fund, c/o Hancock County Community Foundation, 312 W. Main St., Greenfield, IN 46140 or to a charity of choice. Friends may share a memory or a condolence at www.erleweinmortuary.com. Arrangements are being handled by Erlewein Mortuary & Crematory in Greenfield.