James Durwood Cowan

April 19, 1939 - October 14, 2026

James Durwood Cowan, Sr, 87, of Staunton, passed away on Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at Brookdale of Staunton.

He was born on April 19, 1939 and was a son of the late James Cowan and Lois (Little) Cowan.

Durwood was a retired pastor of Harriston Christian Center.

Durwood was united in marriage for 45 years to Judith (Smith) Cowan who survives.

Durwood is survived by two children, James "Jamey" (Nancy) Cowan and Pamela (Steve) Hollowood.

A service celebrating Durwood's life will be held at 1:00 PM on Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at Growing Together Fellowship with Pastors Ronnie and Kevin Harris officiating.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at johnsonfs.com.

Arrangements are entrusted to Johnson Funeral and Cremation Service in Grottoes, Virginia.

Johnson Funeral & Cremation Service, Inc.