Stuart Shannon Jowell, 69, passed away on Aug. 26, 2025. Born on Jan. 31, 1956, in Odessa, Texas, Stuart was the beloved son of the late Mel and Joy Corley Jowell.
A devoted member of Grace Community Baptist Church, Stuart lived his life anchored in faith. He loved Jesus deeply and embodied that love through a life marked by authenticity, kindness, generosity, courage, steadfastness and a joyful spirit. Known for his vivid happiness, quick wit and sense of humor, he could bring laughter to any room. He was also an avid fisherman, happiest on Galveston Bay with a line cast and good company nearby.
Stuart was an 82nd Airborne Army paratrooper, a proud and passionate fan of the Houston Texans, and a lifelong coach at heart, having devoted many years to coaching Little League for his children. He spent 27 years in Dayton, Texas, where he built a loving home with his cherished wife of 35 years, Tawnee Renee Jowell, who preceded him in death. He also had a special place in his heart for his pet squirrels, his dogs and grand-dogs, who were constant companions.
Stuart is survived by his loving children: Logan Jowell, Cody Jowell and wife Samantha, Tawnee Jowell and fiancé Dillon Berry, Mercedes Jowell, James Daniel and wife Stephanie, and Misty Daniel. He is also survived by his brother Doug Jowell and wife BeBe, his sister Alicia Jowell-Shope and husband Danny, and a legacy of grandchildren who adored him: Morgan Jowell, Myka Jowell, Mikayla Jowell, James Daniel Jr., Gavin Daniel, Dylan Daniel, James Hughes, Atlas Daniel, and Bo Daniel.
Pallbearers will be Logan Jowell, Cody Jowell, James Daniel, Doug Jowell, Dillon Berry, and Sammy “Man-Mountain” Shope.
A visitation will be held on Sunday, Aug. 31, 2025, at 2:30 p.m. at Grace Community Baptist Church in Dayton, Texas. A celebration of Stuart’s life will follow at 3:00 p.m., officiated by Stuart’s Pastor and dear friend, Marvin Denison.
Stuart Jowell leaves behind a life well-lived, a family well-loved, and a faith well-kept. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him.