George Lonnie

Owen

Remembering George Owen

George Lonnie Owen was born April 13, 1941, to the union of Lonnie and Ina Owen in Brunswick County Virginia. He departed this earthly life on Monday, June 5, 2023.

George is a veteran of the United States Army. For his service, he earned a metal for good conduct and a badge for Sharpshooter (Rifle). Following George's honorable discharge from the army, he pursued many passions, the one most dear to him being the time he spent driving buses with Coach. George was also a longtime member of the American Legion Post in Englewood, NJ.

George had an undeniable energy; he was the life of every party, and his presence was felt in every room he entered. You could always count on him for support, good conversation, great laughter, and a "taste".

He leaves to cherish his memory: His wife of 59 years, Maggie A. Owen; son Clifton Owen, daughters Etta Drumgold and Ieshia Peller; granddaughter Realati A. Owen; siblings Margaret Smith, Saretha Maclin, LaVern Smith, Laura Curry, Deborah Owen and Perry Owen. George also leaves behind a host of other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents Lonnie & Ina Owen; and siblings, Sarah Coleman, Shirley Mays, Juanita Dugger, James Melvin Owen, Richard Owen, Claiborne Owen Sr. and Moses Owen.

PAPA

They say a girls first love is her father and I'd say that girl never had you for a Papa! You and nana are EVERYTHING to me, my world, my peace, home and forever where my heart will be. Get your rest, I got your girl and she is what's getting me through, she's asking about you a lot, she's missing you too! Even when the skies aren't blue, I'll remember the light that is you!

More than anything, I hope I made you proud. I know you're in heaven smiling now! Get your rest King, my love for you is much deeper than your physical presence. I know you are with me every step of the way saying "Right On"!

With Love & So much gratitude

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