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Anthony Owen Obituary
Born: November 11, 1998
Died: December 31, 2016
Anthony E. Owen, age 18, a lifelong resident of Plainfield, IL, passed away on Saturday, December 31, 2016 at his home from complications of Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD). He was born November 11, 1998 at Edward Hospital in Naperville, IL.
Beloved son of Anthony J."Tony" and Ann (nee Felcan) Owen, both of Plainfield; loving brother of Joseph Owen; adored grandson of Rose Felcan of Itasca, IL and Gary (Lois) Owen of Demotte, IN, special great-grandson of Mary (the late Wilmer) Keesecker of Itasca, IL; dear nephew of Robin (Jim) Lange, Steven Owen, Sienna (Dennis) Taylor, Richard Owen and Julie Henson; fond cousin and friend of many.
Anthony grew up in Plainfield and attended Plainfield Central High School. He was diagnosed with DMD when he was three years old. When he was younger, Anthony participated in many MDA activities and played baseball with the Miracle League of Joliet. He enjoyed spending time with his mom and brother, watching movies, and cheering on the Chicago Blackhawks. Anthony had a heartwarming smile and caring personality.
A celebration of Anthony's life will take place on Thursday, January 5, 2017, 4:00 PM at Overman-Jones Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 15219 S. Joliet Rd., Plainfield, IL. After the conclusion of the memorial service, Anthony's family will receive visitors until 8:00 PM at the funeral home. Interment: Private.
Anthony's family would like to thank the amazing doctors, nurses and staff at Lurie Children's Hospital in Chicago, at Almost Home Kids in Naperville and at JourneyCare Hospice in Barrington, IL. They would also like to thank The Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) for their assistance and support.
For those who would like to leave a lasting tribute to Anthony's life, memorials can be made to: Muscular Dystrophy Association, www.mda.org or to his family.
For more information, please visit www.overman-jones.com or call (815) 436-9221.
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January 6, 2017
To Anthony''s family and friends. My condolences go out to each of you. May you all cherish your memory of Anthony and may you all find comfort from God's word at 1 Thessalonians 4:13,14.
Mary Cutroni
January 5, 2017
We always enjoyed Anthony stopping by our house for a while to sit and talk and laugh with us; he would come over in his wheelchair and we all loved sharing stories or just talking or playing around. He made us laugh and am hoping we made him laugh as he was always bright-eyed and smiling. We all miss those days and he will be sorely missed, but God needed his angel back. Our thoughts and prayers are with Anthony, mom and Joseph always! Love the Cutroni Family, Ken, Mary, Xante', Nikki and Mia.
Jennifer
January 4, 2017
I just happened upon Anthony's Obituarie, and saw his big beautiful smile, and kind eyes, I can't begin to imagine what your going through right now,I just wanted you to know I prayed for you and your family this morning,and will be keeping you in my prayers.
Jane DeAcetis
January 3, 2017
I enjoyed having Anthony as a student. I was so saddened to hear of his passing. My sympathy goes out to his family. Jane DeAcetis
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