James "" Rodney Bowling

James R. “JR” Bowling, Jr., age 58, formerly of Covington, died Friday, September 5, 2025 at his residence.

JR was born on August 30, 1967, in Covington, a son of Edna L. Nicely of Roanoke and the late James R. Bowling, Sr.

In addition to his mother, he leaves to mourn his loss his wife of 14 years, Jessie Lea Bowling of Pulaski; three stepchildren, Derek Johnson, Devon Johnson, and Dana Johnson; his brother, Chad Bowling and wife, Michelle, of Covington; two nephews, Nicolas D. Bowling, and Bryan A. Bowling, both of Covington; and several other family members.

A friends and family gathering will be held on Thursday, September 11, 2025 from 5:00 to 6:00 PM at Arritt Funeral Home.

Friends wishing to send condolences to the family may do so at arrittfuneralhome.com.