James William Cowhick

April 13, 1928 - February 16, 2014

James William Cowhick, 85, of Winchester passed away Sunday, Feb. 16, 2014 at the Passavant Area Hospital in Jacksonville. He was born April 13, 1928 in Mattoon, IL, the son of Joseph and Mildred Carter Cowhick. He married Mary Jane Offerman Aug. 1, 1953 in Fort Collins, CO. Surviving is his wife, Mary of Winchester; six children, Joe (Karen) Cowhick of Canyon Country, CA, David (Susan) Cowhick of Winchester, Ann Cowhick of Springfield, Daniel Cowhick of Cheyenne, WY, Paul (Tina) Cowhick of Great Falls, MT, and Nancy (Duncan) Robb of Denver, CO; nine grandchildren; three great grandchildren; and one brother, Tom Cowhick of CO. One sister, Lucille Lockman and daughter-in-law, Mary Ann, preceded him in death. Jim was proud of his service of 5 years in the U.S. Army, serving during the Korean War while assigned to the 179th Army Band. His interest in music led to playing in many dance bands in the Colorado Springs area in addition to his commitment to Army life. He enjoyed a 25-year association with the Winchester Community Band. He was employed for several years in the Theatre Equipment Business, traveling extensively throughout the Western States representing Theatre Equip. Mfgrs. An avid interest in his family genealogy and the history of early pioneers of Scott County and Winchester led him to haunting the halls of the Scott County Court House and Winchester City Hall and visiting almost every cemetery in Scott County. The results of his searching were among his treasured articles. This interest in history of the area resulted in a membership in the Scott County Historical Society, where he served as President for a number of years. Cremation rites have been accorded. Private services will be held at a later date. Memorials are suggested to the Winchester VFW or EMS. Condolences may be left online at www.dawsfuneralhome.com. The Daws Family Funeral Home in Winchester has been entrusted with the arrangements.