He was a retired boat builder for MonArk Boat Company, a United States Navy Veteran of World War II and a United States Army Veteran of the Korean War. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by an infant son; a grandson, Jon Owens; and a sister, Freddie Mae Owens Coslin.
Survivors include his wife of 63 years, Geneva Judkins Owens of Monticello; three sons, Ricky Owens, Ronnie Owens and wife Judy and Randy Owens and wife Stacey all of Monticello; one daughter, Debbie Owens (David Kinzalow) of Monticello; four grandsons, Michael Owens and wife Anna of Spokane, WA, Buddy Owens and wife Josi of Greenbrier, Jesse English and wife Caitlin of Searcy and Hank Hill of Monticello; one granddaughter, Rebecca Owens of Monticello; four great-grandsons, Lucas, Logan, Levi and Alex, one great-granddaughter, Allie; several nieces, other relatives and friends.
Graveside service will be 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, June 1, 2016 at Gaster Hill Cemetery with Military Honors. Arrangements by Stephenson-Dearman Funeral Home. Memorials to Rose Hill Free Will Baptist Church Building Fund, 2130 Hwy 35 E, Monticello, AR 71655. Online guestbook www.stephensondearman.com.
Condolences(13)
Nena thomas
, AR Thursday, June 2, 2016 Debbie I'm so sorry for your loss. Prayers for ur family.James and Kathy Berry
Monticello, AR Wednesday, June 1, 2016 Owens FamilyWe are very sad for your loss.
Love and prayers
James and Kathy
Kay Worbington
Monticello, AR Tuesday, May 31, 2016 I extend my sympathy to Mrs. Geneva and all of Mr. Bill's family. I have known him since I was a child and always knew he was a good man. Praying for your strength and comfort during this sad time.Alice Thomas
Redfield, AR Tuesday, May 31, 2016 I am so sorry for the Owens family. The older I get the more I realize we are never ready to give up our love ones. Please know that the Owens Family are in my thoughts and prayers. May God Comfort and Bless Each of You.Everette and Katie West
Monticello, AR Tuesday, May 31, 2016 Dear Geneva, Debbie and family. So sorry to hear about Mr. Bill's death. We are praying for all of you during this difficult time.Jackie and Ilene Berry Rash
Longview, TX Tuesday, May 31, 2016 Geneva and family,We are very sorry to learn of Bill's passing. He was a fine man. We honor him for his Military service. Our prayers and deepest sympathy are with all of you.God Bless
Jackie and Ilene Berry Rash
John & Paige (Hill) Stell
Monticello, AR Tuesday, May 31, 2016 You are all in our thoughts & prayers during the days ahead. Mr. Owens will be missed by many.Love,
John, Paige, Jayson, Colt, Brayden, Brad, Jake, & Jared
Gloria Ryburn
Monticello, AR Tuesday, May 31, 2016 To all the family,soo very sorry for your loss!! Me & Ronnie both thought a lot of Mr Bill such a sweet caring person--loved by all !!Prayers for each of you its so hard to lose a parent and certainly a husband,You will be in prayers!!Love Gloria RyburnJames & Mary Lasiter
Wilmar, AR Tuesday, May 31, 2016 Mike, Anna and family,, We are so sorry to hear of the passing of your grandfather. Know that others are praying for you and the family.Josi Owens
Greenbrier, AR Tuesday, May 31, 2016 I loved his smile!! He was always so welcoming to me and friendly. I appreciate the time that I did get to spend with him. He will be missed and I am praying for y'all.Mike & Wanda Cavaness
Monticello, AR Tuesday, May 31, 2016 Geneva and Family our thoughts and prayers are with you on your loss of Bill.Barbara Vincent Benton
Warren, AR Monday, May 30, 2016 Debbie, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. My family and I just went through losing our mother a month ago. God bless you all during this time.Hazel Potts
Monticello, AR Monday, May 30, 2016 Dear FamilyI was sorry to hear of Bills passing. I have known the family for so many years. He was a fine man and lived a good life. The Lord knew Bill had suffered enough and was time to call him home. He will be missed by so many My prayers are with the family. Look to the Lord for comfort.