Jimmie Roger Owen's Obituary
Jimmie Roger Owen, 77, of Oakboro passed away on Sunday April 20, 2025, at home. The family will receive friends on Saturday, May 10, 2025 from 1 pm until 3 pm at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church. A memorial service, officiated by Pastor Shad Hicks will follow at 3 pm at the Church.
Jimmie was born in Stanly County on July 3, 1947, to the late John and Marie Owen. He is lovingly survived by his wife Joan Owen of 59 years. Those also left to cherish his memory are sons Brant Owen (Leighanne) of Albemarle, Peter Owen (Becca) of Oakboro, daughter-in-law Tonya Owen of Oakboro, grandchildren, Taylor Ray (Luke), Meredith McTague (Donovan), Kendall Owen (McKayla), Katelyn Hathcock (Sawyer), Sarah Owen, Josh Owen, Riley Owen, and Elie Owen, great-grandchildren, Rayella, MJ, Cora, and Kenslee, and brother, Galen Owen.
Jimmie was preceded in death by his son Cale Owen and his sister Vickie Weaver.
Jimmie was a retired truck driver. He was known for his humor and unique personality. Jimmie was a great dad and Pawpaw and will be missed by all who knew him.
The family would like to express their sincere gratitude to the staff of Tillery Compassionate Care for the care they provided Jimmie during his declining health.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Tillery Compassionate Care (960 N 1st St, Albemarle, NC 28001) or the the Building Fund at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church (17236 Frog Pond Rd, Oakboro, NC 28129)
Stanly Funeral and Cremation Care of Albemarle is serving the Owen family.
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