David Lee Owens

DAVID LEE OWENS passed away March 14, 2026 in Mount Vernon, Virginia.

Born August 26, 1943, son of the late David O. Owens and Helen K. Dickens, David was a life-long Alexandrian. Following graduation from Francis C. Hammond High School, he attended George Mason College. David enlisted in the Army (1964-1966) and served in Vietnam as a member of the First Infantry Division.

His work life involved myriad experiences including postal carrier for the US Postal Service, driving a taxi cab for Alexandria Cab company, and using his understanding of electronics and mechanics as a technician for Kodak's photocopy division in Washington, D.C., but his real interests were writing and photography with both short stories and photographs published in the 1980s and 1990s.

A man of many interests, he was a member of writers' groups, taught photography, and enjoyed his membership in the Boozefighters Motorcycle Club, and American Legion. David held a private pilot's license, collected typewriters, cameras, fountain pens, and motorcycles.

David was charismatic and made numerous friends due to his deep interest in so many various things and the variety of people who shared one or more of his interests.

He was preceded in death by his sister, Sandra Owens. He is survived by his children, Karen Owens of New York City and Erik Owens of Sterling, Virginia and his companion, Karen Skedgell of Alexandria, Virginia.

A memorial service celebrating David's life will be held on April 3, 2026, at 11:00 AM at Aldersgate United Methodist Church: 1301 Collingwood Road, Alexandira, VA. Friends may visit from 10:30 AM until service begins.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in David's memory to the ASPCA or American Legion.