Ray Claude Owenby

Ray Claude Owenby obituary, Thomaston, GA

Ray Claude Owenby

Ray Owenby Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Coggins Funeral Home on Feb. 15, 2026.
Mr. Ray Claude Owenby age 71 of Thomaston Ga, passed away Saturday February 14, 2026 at Upson Regional Medical Center.

Mr. Owenby was born on December 15, 1954 in Thomaston Ga, to the late Vernon Owenby and the late Thelma Saxon Owenby. He worked as a carpenter for many years and loved playing his guitar.

Survivors include his wife Mrs. Deila Owenby of Thomaston Ga, daughters Ms. Brandy Owenby of Thomaston Ga, Mrs. Sheree Owenby of Florence S.C., Mrs. Tonya Burch of Kennesaw Ga, sons Mr. Drai "Peanut" Owenby of Forsyth Ga, Mr. Michael Daniel of Thomaston Ga, Mr. Shane Daniel of Fl., brother Mr. Grady "Pee Wee" Owenby of Thomaston Ga, sister Mrs. Rachel Crews of Thomaston Ga, several grandchildren and great grandchildren also survive.

The family will receive friends at Coggins Funeral Home on Tuesday February 17, 2026 from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

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