James "Jim" Edwin Stockstill

James "Jim" Edwin Stockstill, Sr., age 72 of Bolivar, formerly of Ozark, passed away August 29, 2020. He was born December 13, 1947 in Ozark, the son of Thomas and Loretta (Healy) Stockstill. On November 15, 1975, Jim was united in marriage to Jeannie Carol Watson. Jim graduated from Ozark High School in 1965. Jim worked as a bookkeeper most of his life after proudly serving as deputy sheriff for Christian County in the early 1970's. Jim was a volunteer for local food pantries. As an avid couponer, Jim enjoyed helping others by donating his great finds. In his spare time, Jim was a coin collector and member of a local coin club. Jim loved Cardinals baseball and spending time with his grandchildren. Most important to Jim was his relationship with God. Jim was a member of Mt. Pisgah Methodist Church in Springfield and enjoyed being involved there. Survivors include: His wife, Jeannie; two sons, Allan Stockstill and wife Kim, and James Stockstill, Jr. and wife Mandi; seven grandchildren; three sisters, Barbara, Maureen and Susie; two brothers, Chuck and Donnie; and many nieces and nephews. Jim was preceded in death by his parents. A funeral service will be held at 10:00 A.M. Thursday, September 3, 2020 in Adams Funeral Home, Ozark. Burial will follow in Smith Cemetery, Rogersville. Honorary pallbearers will be Jim's grandchildren: Wesley Stockstill, Colby Stockstill, Andrew Stockstill, Ryan Stockstill, Aiden Jones, Bella Jones and Rylan Jones. Visitation will be from 6-8 P.M. Wednesday, September 2, 2020 in Adams Funeral Home, Ozark.