Thelma

Owens

Thelma Plummer Owens, daughter of the late Sonnie Plummer and Queen E. Plummer, was born January 28, 1937 in Nashville, North Carolina. She was called home Saturday, September 21, 2025. She was united in holy matrimony to the late Edward Owens and was a loving and devoted wife, mother to many, dedicated sister and loyal friend.

Thelma worked in Port Authority as a Supervisor for 30 years and broke many barriers being the only black woman to hold certain titles during her time there. She was known as a caring and delightful, yet serious colleague who always pushed herselfand others to be the best and she didn't waver from speaking up for what was right. She earned numerous awards at Port Authority before she retired.

Thelma shared her life with Eddie, family and friends in New Jersey for over 60 years and their home in Westfield, New Jersey became the home for so many. She took great pride in their home and maintained the flowers and vegetables she grew in the backyard. She was known for giving her neighbors and friends tips on keeping an immaculate garden. Thelma was such an inspiration to so many, young and old. If you asked her what was important to her, I am sure the two things she would say were her family and her community.

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