Joseph Ronald "Ronnie" Owens

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Joseph Ronald “Ronnie” Owens, 83, passed from this life to his eternal rest on Friday, January 3, 2025.

He was born on September 14, 1941, in Chesterfield County, SC; the son of the late Johnny and Beulah Mills Owens. Mr. Owens was also preceded in death by his siblings, Bill, Betty, Tony and Barry.

Surviving to cherish his memory is his devoted wife of 60 years, Betty Rouse Owens of the home; daughters, Christy Rawls and husband Don of Penderlea and Cindy Mackdanz and husband David of Adams, TN; grandchildren Shane Hanchey and wife Jessica, Jake Rawls, Mark Rawls and Anna Mackdanz; sisters Jean Hathaway of Charlotte and Sue Mangum of Pageland, SC; numerous nieces, nephews, extended family and friends that loved Ronnie dearly. 

Ronnie retired from General Electric Company. He was a member of Forest Hills Baptist Church where he served as Deacon and Sunday School teacher, prior to his declining health. 

Ronnie was a loving husband and caring father, grandfather and brother. His greatest joy was his grandchildren. He enjoyed watching them play sports, passing along his love of guitar and taking annual vacations together. Ronnie was a quiet man who was loved and respected by those who knew him. He served many in his community and was always willing to help others. Ronnie will surely be missed but treasured memories will forever remain in the hearts of those who knew and loved him.

Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, January 6, 2025, at Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home Wallace Chapel with his grandson, Pastor Jake Rawls officiating.

The family will receive friends from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m., one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.

Burial will follow the service at Riverview Memorial Park.

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Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home of Wallace, NC 910-285-4005