Marion Louis "M.L." Owens

1939 - 2025

Marion Louis Owens
Feb. 5, 1939 – Dec. 1, 2025

Marion Louis "M.L." Owens, age 86, of Muldrow, passed away peacefully on Monday, Dec. 1, 2025. He was born on Feb. 5, 1939, in Fort Smith, Ark., to Franklin Marion Owens and Alean (Traweek) Owens. He was married to Phyllis Jean Vann on Oct. 21, 1960, in Stilwell. She preceded him in death on Nov. 28, 2020.
M.L. attended Conners State College and received his Bachelor's Degree from Oklahoma State University "Go Pokes!".
Mr. Owens served as the Assistant Director of Vocational Training at Hamilton Correctional Center in Hodgen, Oklahoma. His work positively impacted countless lives, and his commitment to helping others was evident in all he did. He was deeply respected in his field for his compassionate approach and unwavering dedication to empowering individuals through education and skill development. His legacy will continue to inspire those who had the privilege of knowing him. Mr. Owens was a member of the Army National Guard and First Baptist Church in Muldrow.
He is survived by his two brothers, Carl Owens of Owasso and Patrick Owens and Carol of Muldrow; sister-in-law, Robbie Nell Vann of Muldrow; and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends.
He was preceded in death by his wife; parents; sisters-in-law, Shirley Peaslee and Betty Prine; and brothers-in-law, Lecho Vann and James Lynn Vann.
Visitation will be held at 2 p.m. on Dec. 7, 2025, at Agent Mallory Martin Funeral Chapel In Muldrow, providing an opportunity for friends and family to gather in remembrance of this cherished man. A funeral service celebrating his life will take place at 10 a.m. on Monday, Dec. 8, 2025, at the First Baptist Church. Following the service, he will be laid to rest at Muldrow Memory Gardens in Muldrow.
Active pallbearers will be Brett Vann, Lynn Vann, Kevin Peaslee, Michael Owens, Joe Owens, Kyle Henson and Jayson Tippetts. Honorary pallbearers will be James Treat, Marcy Frost, David Butler, Jeff Callaway, Bill Moon, Pat O'Bryan and First Baptist Morning Prayer Breakfast Group.
In this time of sorrow, let us remember Marion for his kindness, wisdom, and the impactful legacy he leaves behind.