STOWERS, James Robert “Bobby”. Age 82 passed away October 30, 2012. Preceded in death by wife, Betty; sons, Richard (Belvia) and John (Danielle). Survived by daughter, Debbie Vandiver Martin (John); daughter-in-law, Danielle; 4 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren. A graduate of West High School, Korean War veteran with the U.S. Army, he retired as Master Sgt. after 27 years service with the TN National Guard. Retired from South Central Bell/Bellsouth. A Funeral service will be held 2 pm Friday, November 2, 2012 at Hermitage Funeral Home. Burial will follow in the Hermitage Memorial Gardens. Visitation on Thursday from 4pm until 8pm at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to Alive Hospice. HERMITAGE FUNERAL HOME & MEMORIAL GARDENS