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Owen was a devoted member of the Rose Hill Community Church, where his faith played a central role in his life. He had a deep relationship with God and an unwavering faith that provided strength and comfort to him and those around him throughout his battle with leukemia. Owen cherished the relationships he built with his friends and coworkers, always offering kindness and his contagious laugh. His warm spirit and genuine care for others left a lasting impact on everyone who knew him.
He loved gardening, listening to gospel music and playing with his grandchildren. His love for his family was immense, and he found great joy in spending time with them.
Owen is survived by his son, Cody (Jordan) Sytsma of Ankeny, Iowa; two grandchildren, Lennon and Sully; a sister, Pauline Baxter of Oskaloosa; two brothers, Eugene Sytsma and Randy (Sharon) Sytsma of Oskaloosa and a brother-in-law: Cliff Krutsinger. He was preceded in death on December 2, 2021, by his beloved wife of 30 years, Loretta Sytsma; his parents Dannie and Josephine; his father and mother-in-law, Clifford and Vera Krutsinger; and two sisters-in-law, Sherry Sytsma and Lynette Canady.
Funeral services will be held Tuesday, August 13, 2024, at 10:30 AM at the First Assembly of God Church in Oskaloosa with Pastor Mike Sinnett officiating. Burial will be in the Forest Cemetery in Oskaloosa. Bates Funeral Chapel is in charge of the arrangements. Visitation will be Monday, August 12, 2024, starting at 2:00 PM at the Bates Funeral Chapel, with family present from 5:00-7:00 PM. Memorials may be made to Average Everyday Miracles to help with the purchase of a Giraffe Bed for Blank Children's Hospital NICU.
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SA
August 26, 2024
Pauline May God Hold You & All Of Owens Loved Ones Very Close .
I will always remember his smiles and kindness.
Saddened for Your Loss of Such a Dear Kind Brother, Father, Uncle, Cousin, Friend .
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Jay and Connie Hill
August 12, 2024
Owen was in the hospital in Denver, Colorado when my husband was there! Owen was in one of the rooms at the hospital riding a stationary bike and listening to a sermon about Jesus, so I stopped to ask him if he knows Jesus - and of course he said yes. No one knows how much of a blessing Owen was for me. Cancer can be a lonely time even for care givers. I'm sure he will be greatly missed - because even in the short time I knew him - I missed him after he left Denver.
When we all get to heaven what a day of rejoicing that will be!
I will see you again dear friend!
Jay and Connie Hill
Thank you very much Pauline you we also a blessing to me!!!
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