James Bidwell Obituary
We bid farewell to James Bidwell (Des Moines, Iowa), born in Fairfield, Iowa, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on March 23, 2025 at the age of 79. James touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
As we bid farewell to this cherished soul, solace is taken in the memories held dear — the laughter shared, the wisdom imparted, the moments of quiet reflection in their presence. Though James may no longer walk among us, his spirit lives on in the echoes of his kindness, the warmth of his embrace, and the light of his enduring love.
He was predeceased by: his parents, John M. Bidwell and Irene Bidwell (Dobres); his sister Mary Grace; and his nephew John M. Bidwell. He is survived by: his son James Martin Bidwell; his grandchildren, Jamie Bidwell and William Tomas Bidwell (Billy); his great grandchild Aurora Bidwell; and his siblings, Vivian, Steve and John.
