In Memory of
Jesse Ray Owen
January 1, 1924 - September 15, 2013
Obituary
Jesse Ray Owen, a longtime resident of Montgomery, Alabama, passed away at home on Sunday, September 15, 2013 at the age of 89. As a loving husband, father, grandfather, and friend he leaves a footprint on many hearts and lives.
Ray was born in Crenshaw County, Alabama on January 1, 1924 to Jesse Ogden Owen and Mary Elizabeth Owen and was a brother to 5 siblings. He was a proud veteran, serving with the Army's 41st Infantry Division in the Philippines and Japan during WW II. In 1955 Ray moved to Montgomery where he began a 33 year-long career in the dairy business.
Most important to Ray were serving his church and spending time with his family. He also enjoyed square dancing, fishing, working in the yard and his shop, and being outdoors. Anyone who knew Ray knew his passion for sports, especially Alabama football.
Ray is survived by his wife of over 62 years, Floyce Owen; his son, Mickey Owen; his daughter, Anganel Owen; his granddaughter and her husband, Leah Owen Blanks and Brian Blanks; his grandson and his wife, Matt Owen and Evey Bell Owen; his precious great-granddaughter, Ella Claire Blanks; his sister, Grace Owen Cook; nieces and nephews, and many treasured friends.
The family will receive visitors from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. in the sanctuary prior to a funeral service honoring him at Eastmont Baptist Church on Wednesday, September 18, 2013 at 2:00 p.m. Burial services will follow at Alabama Heritage Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Eastmont Baptist Church on his behalf.
In Memory of
Jesse Ray Owen
January 1, 1924 - September 15, 2013
Obituary
Jesse Ray Owen, a longtime resident of Montgomery, Alabama, passed away at home on Sunday, September 15, 2013 at the age of 89. As a loving husband, father, grandfather, and friend he leaves a footprint on many hearts and lives.
Ray was born in Crenshaw County, Alabama on January 1, 1924 to Jesse Ogden Owen and Mary Elizabeth Owen and was a brother to 5 siblings. He was a proud veteran, serving with the Army's 41st Infantry Division in the Philippines and Japan during WW II. In 1955 Ray moved to Montgomery where he began a 33 year-long career in the dairy business.
Most important to Ray were serving his church and spending time with his family. He also enjoyed square dancing, fishing, working in the yard and his shop, and being outdoors. Anyone who knew Ray knew his passion for sports, especially Alabama football.
Ray is survived by his wife of over 62 years, Floyce Owen; his son, Mickey Owen; his daughter, Anganel Owen; his granddaughter and her husband, Leah Owen Blanks and Brian Blanks; his grandson and his wife, Matt Owen and Evey Bell Owen; his precious great-granddaughter, Ella Claire Blanks; his sister, Grace Owen Cook; nieces and nephews, and many treasured friends.
The family will receive visitors from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. in the sanctuary prior to a funeral service honoring him at Eastmont Baptist Church on Wednesday, September 18, 2013 at 2:00 p.m. Burial services will follow at Alabama Heritage Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Eastmont Baptist Church on his behalf.
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