James Stephen Densmore

James Stephen “Steve” Densmore, 79, of Bryan, passed away on Saturday, February 14, 2026. He was born on May 10, 1946, in Memphis, Tennessee, to James and Nola Densmore.

Steve is survived by his former wife, Mary; their daughter, Maggie; and his granddaughter, Tarynn. He is also survived by his sister, Gloria Bates (Tom); his nephews, Joe Cockerham and Gilbert Bates; his niece, Christina Bates; his aunt, Patsy Bible; and many cousins and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, James and Nola Densmore, and his sister, Linda Cockerham of San Antonio, Texas.

Steve dedicated his life to advancing the Brangus breed. He began his career at Camp Cooley Ranch in 1973, where he met Mary. Over the years, he worked with Granada Land & Cattle and Horizon Land & Cattle before eventually joining Circle X Land & Cattle.

He served the International Brangus Breeders Association in many capacities, including as President from 2002 to 2003, as a member of the Board of Directors, on the International Junior Brangus Breeders Association Advisory Board, and on numerous committees. He was also deeply involved with the Texas Brangus Breeders Association, serving as its President.

Steve had a special passion for supporting youth programs and devoted more than two decades to serving as an advisor to the Texas Junior Brangus Breeders Association.

During his career in the cattle industry, he received numerous honors, including Breeder of the Year in 2013 and the Georgeanne Myers Supporter of the Year Award. His dedication to the Brangus breed and his unwavering support of junior programs left a lasting and meaningful impact.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Steve’s name may be made to the International Brangus Auxiliary Scholarship Fund and mailed to:

IBA Treasurer, Connie Smart, P.O. Box 590, Runge, TX 78151

Visitation and funeral details are still pending at this time. Express condolences with the family at.www.CallawayJones.com.