James Lee Stover
March 30, 1959 - February 12, 2024
Published on the website for Brown Funeral Home and Cremation Services:
James Lee Stover, 64, passed away on Monday, February 12, 2024 in Niles, Michigan.
Jamie was born on March 30, 1959 in Elkhart, Indiana to James W. Stover and Patricia A. (Pointer) Stover.
Left to cherish the memory of Jamie are his loving children, Jessica Stover, Lucas Stover, and James Stover; sisters, Kimberly (Scott) Millin and Tamara (Kerry) Wright; significant other, Jeanne Peel; niece and nephews, Noah Millin, Brady Wright, and Brooklyn Wright and parents, James Stover and Patricia Stover.
For over four decades, Jamie dedicated himself to coaching youth sports, instilling values of teamwork, perseverance, and sportsmanship in countless young athletes. His commitment to nurturing potential was not merely a hobby but the very essence of his soul. As the president of the local little league for twenty years, he was both a mentor and a role model, affecting positive change in the community that will resonate for generations to come. Even as he charted the triumphs and challenges of young sportsmen and women, Jamie's own children always remained his pride and joy, with him guiding their athletic journeys with love and zeal.
An ardent supporter of University of Michigan sports, Jamie was known for his unwavering enthusiasm and loyalty. His fandom was matched by his ability to keep up with technology, often spending leisure time engaged with the latest games on his phone, his curiosity and knack for tech-savviness ever apparent.
Moreover, Jamie embraced the great outdoors with fervor — be it steering a boat on the open water, casting a line out on a serene morning, setting up camp under the starlit sky, or hitting the greens for a round of golf. Jamie was also an avid bowler for almost 40 years. His deep appreciation for nature was also reflected in his compassion for animals, where his kindness found another outlet through rescuing those in need.
Professionally, Jamie was more than just a boss; he was a leader who led by example. His dedication and work ethic were unparalleled, earning him the admiration and respect of his employees. His guidance was both insightful and inspirational, making the workplace not just a site of employment but a family. Above all, to his children, Jamie was the epitome of what it means to be a father — supportive, present, and lovingly invested in their happiness.
Jamie lived a life characterized by passion, generosity, and unwavering commitment. His legacy will continue to inspire, and his memory will be cherished forever by those lives he touched with his extraordinary spirit.
Memorial contributions in honor of Jamie may be made out to Pet Refuge.
In honor of Jamie and his love for the University of Michigan sports, his family has asked that everyone wear their best blues. Go Blue!
Visitation for Jamie will be on Monday, February 19, 2024 from 11:00am to 1:00pm with a service to begin at 1:00pm at Brown Funeral Home, 521 East Main St. Niles, MI 49120. Burial will immediately follow at Silverbrook Cemetery, 1400 E Main St. Niles, MI 49120.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Brown Funeral Home.
Photos, condolences, and memories may be left for Jamie’s family at www.BrownFuneralHomeNiles.com