Buck Owens

Buck Owens (Ronald Wade Owens, Jr.), 56, of Bloomingdale, Georgia, passed away suddenly on Monday, February 3, 2025. Buck was born in Savannah, Georgia, and was preceded in death by his mother, Linda Ricker Roller, brother, Kevin Crawford, and grandparents, Leo Owens, Robert and Ruby Ricker. Buck was the centerpiece of Owens Contracting, he was loved and admired by everyone who worked with him. He loved God and his family (especially his grandson). Buck was a devoted family man who loved God, his loved ones, and the great outdoors. His life was a testament to his passion for adventure, his deep love for his family, and his generous spirit. He found his greatest joy on the water, spending countless hours fishing in the Lowcountry rivers, Steinhatchee, and at Lake Santee Cooper. Hunting was another of his great passions, especially when it meant taking his boys on unforgettable trips-bird hunting in South America, deer hunting in Missouri, and prairie dog hunting in South Dakota. He was a proud member of the Po Boy Hunting Club in Reidsville, where he formed lifelong friendships. Buck shared a love of travel with his beloved wife, exploring places like Yellowstone, Maine, and South Dakota. They frequently camped in Georgia's beautiful state parks, creating memories around campfires and under the stars. A talented and passionate cook, Buck never missed an opportunity to share a meal with those he loved. Whether catering birthdays, weddings, family reunions, or any gathering that called for good food, he brought people together through his love of cooking. His love for music was just as strong, especially old country legends like Gene Watson and Asleep at the Wheel. He enjoyed attending concerts at the Grand Ole Opry, where the melodies of classic country filled his soul. Buck's legacy of love, adventure, and generosity will live on in the hearts of all who knew him. He will be deeply missed but forever remembered by his family, friends, and all who had the privilege of sharing in his life. Survivors include his wife, Kimberly H. Owens; children, Jeremy Kevin Owens (Sharon, and their nieces Mary and Abigail), Joshua Buck Owens, Sara Elizabeth Sheffield and his four-legged companion Poncho Owens; grandchild, Cooper Jase Owens. ; father, Ronald Wade Owens, Sr. (Loretta); siblings, Pamela Garnto (Nick), Missy Brigman (Robert), Allison Gore (Russell), and Victoria Strickland (Josh); grandmother, Corabell Owens; Several nieces and nephews including, Joseph Garnto, Breanna Chaffin, Justin Brigman, Wesley Harden (Micaela), Chris Harden, Lillie and Kate Howell; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Ronnie and Delores Howell; sisters and brothers-in-law, Rhonda Harden (Mike) and Michael Howell (Amanda) as well as several aunts, uncles and cousins. The visitation will be on Saturday, February 8, 2025, from 10 a.m. until 11 a.m. at the funeral home. The funeral to honor Buck's life will follow at 11 a.m. in the chapel of the funeral home with Rev. Ronnie Howell and Rev. Randy Nease officiating. The active pallbearers will be Greg Johnson, Greg Rowland, Willie Walker, Beau Smith, Brian Johnson and Brant Gaither. The honorary pallbearers will be Chris Harden, Joseph Garnto, Justin Brigman, Stephen Bazemore, John Meeks, and Wesley Harden. The graveside funeral and burial will be at 4 p.m. at Oak Ridge Cemetery on Magnolia Drive in Tifton, Georgia. Thomas C. Strickland & Sons Funeral Homes – WEST CHATHAM CHAPEL - 901 West Highway 80 – Pooler, Georgia (912) 748-2444