Robert Oscar Willis Owen was born July 30, 1936 in Hawkins, Wood County, Texas to Ollie Owen and Courtney Harper Owen. He passed from this life August 15, 2020 in Longview, Gregg County, Texas.
Robert went to school in Gladewater, TX before enlisting in the United States Navy, where he would proudly serve his nation for four years. He would go on to marry the love of his life, Wanza Stegall on July 11, 1956. The couple would go on to make their home in Marshall, TX. Mr. Owen was an operator at Thiokol Chemical Corporation for several years and had many friends through that association. Robert was the kind of man who was skilled in anything that he took upon himself to do, especially mechanics. He loved old cars; working on them and trading them were two of his favorite pastimes. Of the many that he owned through the years, two of his favorites were a blue 1968 Camaro and a 1974 Nova. Mr. Owen was an avid hunter and fisherman and enjoyed spending time with his sons on the lake and in the woods. He found salvation in Jesus Christ later in life and spent much time reading his Bible, especially the Old Testament. Robert loved vacations with his wife and children; their favorite destination was anywhere there was wildlife. They really loved visiting Colorado. Mr. Owen loved his family above all, especially his grand and great grandchildren. He taught them all a strong work ethic and leaves a legacy of love.
Robert O. W. Owen was preceded in death by his parents, his stepmother, Alma Owen and his brother David Owen. He is survived by his loving wife of 64 years, two sons, eight grandchildren and two great grandchildren, along with numerous other relatives, family and friends. Robert Owen is dearly loved and will be deeply missed.
Robert went to school in Gladewater, TX before enlisting in the United States Navy, where he would proudly serve his nation for four years. He would go on to marry the love of his life, Wanza Stegall on July 11, 1956. The couple would go on to make their home in Marshall, TX. Mr. Owen was an operator at Thiokol Chemical Corporation for several years and had many friends through that association. Robert was the kind of man who was skilled in anything that he took upon himself to do, especially mechanics. He loved old cars; working on them and trading them were two of his favorite pastimes. Of the many that he owned through the years, two of his favorites were a blue 1968 Camaro and a 1974 Nova. Mr. Owen was an avid hunter and fisherman and enjoyed spending time with his sons on the lake and in the woods. He found salvation in Jesus Christ later in life and spent much time reading his Bible, especially the Old Testament. Robert loved vacations with his wife and children; their favorite destination was anywhere there was wildlife. They really loved visiting Colorado. Mr. Owen loved his family above all, especially his grand and great grandchildren. He taught them all a strong work ethic and leaves a legacy of love.
Robert O. W. Owen was preceded in death by his parents, his stepmother, Alma Owen and his brother David Owen. He is survived by his loving wife of 64 years, two sons, eight grandchildren and two great grandchildren, along with numerous other relatives, family and friends. Robert Owen is dearly loved and will be deeply missed.
Robert Oscar Willis Owen was born July 30, 1936 in Hawkins, Wood County, Texas to Ollie Owen and Courtney Harper Owen. He passed from this life August 15, 2020 in Longview, Gregg County, Texas.
Robert went to school in Gladewater, TX before enlisting in the United States Navy, where he would proudly serve his nation for four years. He would go on to marry the love of his life, Wanza Stegall on July 11, 1956. The couple would go on to make their home in Marshall, TX. Mr. Owen was an operator at Thiokol Chemical Corporation for several years and had many friends through that association. Robert was the kind of man who was skilled in anything that he took upon himself to do, especially mechanics. He loved old cars; working on them and trading them were two of his favorite pastimes. Of the many that he owned through the years, two of his favorites were a blue 1968 Camaro and a 1974 Nova. Mr. Owen was an avid hunter and fisherman and enjoyed spending time with his sons on the lake and in the woods. He found salvation in Jesus Christ later in life and spent much time reading his Bible, especially the Old Testament. Robert loved vacations with his wife and children; their favorite destination was anywhere there was wildlife. They really loved visiting Colorado. Mr. Owen loved his family above all, especially his grand and great grandchildren. He taught them all a strong work ethic and leaves a legacy of love.
Robert O. W. Owen was preceded in death by his parents, his stepmother, Alma Owen and his brother David Owen. He is survived by his loving wife of 64 years, two sons, eight grandchildren and two great grandchildren, along with numerous other relatives, family and friends. Robert Owen is dearly loved and will be deeply missed.
Robert went to school in Gladewater, TX before enlisting in the United States Navy, where he would proudly serve his nation for four years. He would go on to marry the love of his life, Wanza Stegall on July 11, 1956. The couple would go on to make their home in Marshall, TX. Mr. Owen was an operator at Thiokol Chemical Corporation for several years and had many friends through that association. Robert was the kind of man who was skilled in anything that he took upon himself to do, especially mechanics. He loved old cars; working on them and trading them were two of his favorite pastimes. Of the many that he owned through the years, two of his favorites were a blue 1968 Camaro and a 1974 Nova. Mr. Owen was an avid hunter and fisherman and enjoyed spending time with his sons on the lake and in the woods. He found salvation in Jesus Christ later in life and spent much time reading his Bible, especially the Old Testament. Robert loved vacations with his wife and children; their favorite destination was anywhere there was wildlife. They really loved visiting Colorado. Mr. Owen loved his family above all, especially his grand and great grandchildren. He taught them all a strong work ethic and leaves a legacy of love.
Robert O. W. Owen was preceded in death by his parents, his stepmother, Alma Owen and his brother David Owen. He is survived by his loving wife of 64 years, two sons, eight grandchildren and two great grandchildren, along with numerous other relatives, family and friends. Robert Owen is dearly loved and will be deeply missed.
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