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1934
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Owen Brown Obituary
July 28, 1934 - March 28, 2024
Owen Alton Brown, 89, of Eden, passed away on Thursday, March 28, 2024 at Eden Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center.
Service arrangements are incomplete at this time.
Owen was born in Draper (now Eden) on July 28, 1934, a son of Bill Brown and Tura Clark Brown, both deceased. He was a US Air Force veteran and retired from E.I. DuPont. He was a member of Leaksville Masonic Lodge #136 and attended Stoneville Christian Church. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather.
In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his daughters, Babette Hawkins and Barbie Chaney; his stepson, Ricky Watkins; his siblings, Van C. Brown, Mary "Tini" Brock, Camille Smart, Billie Jo Black and Barbara Black; his grandson, Brett Hawkins and his great granddaughter, Avery Brown.
Owen is survived by his wife, Jo Ann Smith Brown; his stepson, Randy Watkins and wife Gary Ann; his grandchildren, Barrett Brown, Brodie Hawkins and wife Britney, Breanne Dameron and husband Josh, Abby Woerner and husband Steven, Torie Pace and husband Ty, Todd Watkins and wife Faith and Josh Watkins; and his 11 great-grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to the Leaksville Masonic Lodge #136, 419 Thompson Street, Eden, NC 27288 or to Ancora Compassionate Care, PO Box 281, Wentworth, NC 27375.
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Bill Hughes
April 1, 2024
JoAnn, I am so sorry to learn of Owen's death. So many memories and good times with "Bubba" , you and your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Wanda Rogers
March 31, 2024
Joann, and all other family members this is a sad morning, but on this beautiful Easter Sunday Morning it gives hope we all remember, his smile, his love for all and his knowledge of love for his wife, children, and family. Love you all so much, Wanda
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