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1958
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2011
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RODD OWENS Obituary
DELMAR ? Rodd Q. Owens, 52, of Delmar died Monday, Feb. 28, 2011, at University of Maryland Medical Center in Baltimore, due to complications from a brief illness.
He was born Aug. 4, 1958, in Salisbury, a son of the late Ralph Orvel Owens and Mildred Ester (Wilson) Owens.
Rodd graduated from Delmar High school with the class of 1976. He spent 25 years working as a pump tester at Dresser Pump in Salisbury prior to their closing. For the last few years, Rodd had worked in sales for Keen Compressed Gases in Salisbury. He was also proud of his grass-cutting business, calling himself "Grass Man" for the past 15 years.
He loved tinkering on motors and his truck, going to mud hops and was an active member of the Gumboro Mudslingers. He also loved the outdoors, fishing and camping with his family and friends. He was a die-hard wrestling fan who loved to watch the Monday night matches on television.
He is survived by his wife of almost 21 years, Jamie Christine (Warrell) Owens; a daughter, Alexandria N. Lord and her husband, Daniel, of Laurel; a granddaughter, who was the love of his life, Kendra D. Lord; a sister, Anna Mae Rounds and her husband, William, of Delmar; a brother, Warren O. Owens and his wife, Rose Ellen, of Parsonsburg; mother-in-law, Patricia A. Dyes of Hurlock; father-in-law, James G. Warrell of Texas; brother-in-law, Gregory J. Warrell and his wife, Angie, of Seaford; several nieces, nephews, great-nieces and -nephews, cousins, an aunt and an uncle. He is also survived by his beloved Great Dane, Sam-Sam.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his best friend since he was 8 years old, Bruce Chance.
A visitation for family and friends will be held Friday from 6-8 p.m. at Short Funeral Home, Delmar, and also Saturday from 10-11 a.m., followed by a funeral service to be held at 11 a.m. Interment will follow the services in St. Stephen's Cemetery in Delmar.
Memorial contributions may be made in his memory to Kendra Lord Trust, Hebron Savings Bank, PO Box 59, Hebron, Md. 21830, or University of Maryland Medical System Foundation, Inc, PO Box 64573, Baltimore, Md. 21264.
Arrangements are in the care of Short Funeral Home, Delmar. Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.shortfh.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for RODD OWENS
Bob Hickey
March 5, 2011
So sorry..ill miss him at the counter at Keens..R.I.P. bro.
Joan Bowden
March 5, 2011
I am so sorry for your loss. Rod's parents and mine were good friends.My thoughs and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Joan Layfield Bowden
March 5, 2011
Jamie we are so sorry for your lose he was such a great guy fun to be around. We didnt no him personally for very long but we loved him very much. We are here for you any time you need us night or day.
We will pray for you. Our thoughts are with you and your family. Love Eddie and Betty
Randy & Lynne Jones
March 4, 2011
Jaime so sorry to hear about Rodd, please accept our condolences. Your in our thoughts. Please know if you need anything at all please call us.
Myra & Dave Gentry
March 3, 2011
Jamie, Anna Mae(Bill), Warren(Rose Ellen), My heart goes out to each of you at this time and the days ahead. I will always remember when Aunt Mildred came out of the trailer in Ocean City to tell us about the baby. It had to be just before, Rodd was born. Warren(Porky), we were just 14 years old. How the time moves on, I want each of you to remember all the special memories you have had as a family since then. In liu of flowers I will be senting a gift to Kendra trust fund. I know how special she was to him. I am also senting hugs and prayers for each of you.
Love your cousin. Myra Ann
Karen Banks
March 3, 2011
Jamie, I'm so sorry for your loss. I pray for you and your family everyday. We miss you at work and look forward to seeing you soon again.
Susan (Bosies) Waldman
March 3, 2011
Jamie, please accept our condolences. I have very fond memories of growing up living next door to the Owens'. Rodd was always over our house and like my brother said, one of the first friends we ever made when we moved here from Baltimore. I smile when I think of the pet chicken he had ..he first called it Chester and realized it was a female and changed its name quickly to Chesterette. He'd rescued it when it fell from a Perdue truck. That's just one of many stories that make me smile when I think of Rodd. That's just the type of person he was. When I worked at the hospital and a large snow storm hit in the middle of my shift, he came and picked up Bev Wilson and I at midnight one night just so we didn't have to spend all night at the hospital. Again, that was the kind of person he was! We have another angel watching over us up there now. My family and I will keep you all close in thought and prayer during this most difficult time.
My Father and his heart that lived outside of his body.
Alexandria Lord
March 3, 2011
March 3, 2011
I am sorry to hear of Rodds' death. He was the first person to make friends with me and my family when we moved to the area. My thoughts and prayers are with his family. He will be greatly missed. Hilton Bosies (Salisbury, MD)
Donna Smith
March 3, 2011
Jamie and family, Im so sorry to hear the loss of Rodd! You are in my thoughts and prayers! Take care! I used to work with you at Lorch Loopie Lucy (haha) . Love ya Donna Smith P.S. If you need anything please dont hesitate to call me 443-614-2464
Mike & Janice Chance
March 3, 2011
Dear Jamie, Our prayers are with you and your family. Rodd was one of the nicest people we ever met. The Chances loved him like a brother. Even though they drifted apart through the years, he was always in our hearts. We are sure that Bruce welcomed him with open arms in heaven. Both will be smiling on us for a very long time. If there is anything you need ,please do not hesitate to call us. Our prayers are with you!
Dottie & Norman Phoebus
March 3, 2011
Dearest Jamie and family so sorry for your lose. Rod was a very nice man will miss seeing him at Hebron Carnival. Our prayers are with you and the family. Dottie and Norman Phoebus
Anna Davis
March 3, 2011
I pray that his loving memory and sharp wit help you through this most difficult time.I love you girlfriend and I'm here for you anytime. Anna
Ann Outten Laughinghouse
March 3, 2011
Anna Mae and Porky, sorry for the loss of your brother. I understand as I also lost a brother at a young age. Cherish the memories.
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