Owen, Robert b. May 14, 1771 d. November 17, 1858 Social reformer, industrialist and philanthropist. Owen strived to improve working conditions, notably that of reducing the working hours of women. His grave is in Newtown Parish Church in the centre of Newtown, Powys, Wales. Memorial at Kensal Green Cemetry, London, also listed Newtown, Powys, Newtown, Powys, Wales