James "Jim" Michael Carrow

James Michael Carrow, age 79, of Boyne City, Michigan, and formerly of Farwell, Michigan, passed away peacefully in Mt. Pleasant, Michigan on May 14, 2026.

Jim was born on December 27, 1946, in Cheboygan, Michigan to James E. and Edith (Birdsall) Carrow. He proudly served his country in the United States Navy as a radioman from 1965–1967. Following his military service, he returned home to Farwell where he worked alongside his father and brother at Carrow’s Supermarket.

Jim lived a full and hardworking life and was deeply involved in his communities over the years. He earned his pilot’s license, served as a volunteer firefighter, helped establish the City of Farwell Police Department, and also served with the Clare County Sheriff’s Department.

Jim married Brenda Jarman on December 11, 1980. In 1989, they moved to Boyne City where they purchased the Boyne Country Party Shop. After later selling the business, they purchased Boyne Irrigation. Retirement never suited Jim well, and he continued working by mowing the fairways at Boyne Mountain, where he enjoyed staying active and visiting with people.

Jim especially enjoyed traveling with Brenda, spending many winters in Texas and Arizona where they made countless friendships and memories along the way.

He is survived by his loving wife, Brenda; also surviving is Sherry (Bowling) Weaver of Barryton (the mother of his children); daughters Michele (Matt) Mosher of Traverse City and Rhonda (Matt) Lemke of Clare; sons Mike Carrow (Matt Buck) of Kewadin and Nick Carrow (Ashley) of East Jordan (the son of Jim and Brenda); grandchildren Marcedes Tomaski, Maghen Tomaski, Kaleigh Boggs, Justin Boggs, Lyndsie Lemke, Brandon Lemke (Megan), Justin Lemke, Alexis Farmer (Jordan), Taylor Babinski (Kenny), Landon Carrow, and Tanner Carrow; 5 great-grandchildren; brother and sister-in-law Ed and Jody Carrow; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, James and Edith Carrow; his sister, Janice Rotman; and his grandson, Matthew Boggs.

Jim will be remembered for his strong work ethic, dedication to his family and community, and his inability to ever truly sit still. He touched many lives through his service, friendship, humor, and kindness.

A celebration of Jim’s life will take place on June 12, 2026, from 4:00–7:00 p.m. at the Boyne City Eagles.

Arrangements are in the care of Stackus Funeral Home.