Jimmy Leon Bowles (75) was born on July 3 rd 1949 in Brigham City Utah to John and Laura Bowles. Leon had a large family and was one of 12 children. Leon passed away in his sleep at his residence in Heppner on September 20th, 2024.

Leon was married to Ida Rayburn for 42 years and had three sons, John (Hepper), Jason (Heppner) and David (Deceased). Leon and family lived in Banks Oregon for many years and in Heppner for the last 20 years. Leon had 13 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren. He enjoyed being a grandpa.

Leon liked the outdoors and was an animal lover. He once even trained a miniature rooster named Rojo to be a family pet. He enjoyed music, fishing, gardening, and taking care of animals. It would be hard to find a better fisherman. Leon was the kind of person who would give you the shirt off his back. He lived his life the way he wanted and on his own terms. He was a friend to all he met and will be missed by many.