J.D. was born in Haywood County on July 1, 1943. He was retired from Southern Concrete.
He is preceded in death by parents; a brother, Johnny Owen; and two sisters, Betty Tweed and Jane Robinson.
Left to cherish his memory is his wife, Lois Alline Owen, sons, Howard Randall Owen, Robert Owen, David Owen, Ted Spidle and Sean Spidle; daughter, Kim Owen; ten grandchildren; five great grandchildren.
The family will receive friends on Thursday, January 3, 2019 from 5 to 7 pm at Garrett Funeral Home. Graveside services will be held on 11 am Friday, January 4, 2019 at Garrett Hillcrest Memorial Park.
Garrett Funeral Home is caring for the family. A message of comfort may be left for the family at www.garrettfuneralsandcremations.com