Downey, James W. 1943-2026 Plattsburg, Mo.

PLATTSBURG, Mo. – James William Downey, 82, Plattsburg, Missouri, passed away Thursday, Feb. 5, 2026, at American House of Burlington Creek. He was born July 10, 1943, in California to Kenneth and Grace (Powers) Downey.

On April 2, 1969, James married Sharon Lynn Johnson. She survives of the home.

James owned and operated James Downey Real Estate & Appraisal for 40 years.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Survivors include his wife of nearly 57 years, Sharon; daughter, April Downey, of Gladstone, Missouri; sisters, Victoria Downey-Goff, Norma Kimzey, Carol Stuart (Claude), Jane Welch (Ric), Deborah Lake (Rich), and Joyce Cambron; brothers, Dan Downey (Jill), Fred Downey, and Sam Downey (Sharon); brother-in-law, Mark Johnson (Barb); and a host of nieces and nephews.

Natural Farewell under the direction of Bailey and Cox Family Funeral Service. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions to Children’s Mercy Hospital.

Online guest book and obituary at www.baileycox.com. As published in the St. Joseph News-Press.