Obituary of James P. Dowd

James P. Dowd, 65, of Hopatcong, passed away, peacefully, on Friday April 5, 2019 at his home.

Born in Jersey City, on June 17, 1953 to the late James and Irene Dowd, “Jim” has resided in Hopatcong since 1987.  Although he grew up in the city, Jim had a deep love and respect for the outdoors and wildlife.  He enjoyed nature, fishing and trips to the Delaware Water Gap.  In his younger days, Jim was an avid hunter and trapper.  He was a professional taxidermist and often displayed his craft at various outdoor conventions and expos.

He was predeceased by a brother, John.

Survivors include his wife, Jacqueline “Jackie” (Costantino), daughter, Laurie Musolino and husband, Steve, son, Jack Dowd, brother, William Dowd and mother-in-law, Anne Marie Costantino

Jim’s Life Celebration will include a memorial gathering on Wednesday April 10, 2019 from 4-8PM at Leber-Lakeside Funeral Home, 150 Landing Road, Landing, NJ.  A prayer service will be offered on Wednesday evening at 7:30 PM at the funeral home.  Cremation is private.  For memorial donations, please consider an autism awareness charity of your choice or the American Diabetes Association.

For further information and to share a fond memory, please visit www.leberlakeside.com.