Oran Dale Sowell was born in Modesto California on May 8, 1935. He was a lifelong resident of Modesto and passed away on May 15, 2022. Oran had a passion for breeding, showing Quarter Horses and Paint Horses. He was a president of AQHA. He had a love for music, sports and animals. Oran is survived by his sister Saundra Elaine Grube and his sister Ann Margaret Weaver. Oran was preceded in death by his wife Jeannine Young Sowell. A Celebration of Life will be held on Thursday, June 2, 2022 at 1:00 pm at Lakewood Funeral Home 900 Santa Fe Ave, Hughson, CA 95326. Following the funeral service will be a graveside service from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM at Lakewood Memorial Park, 900 Santa Fe Ave, Hughson, CA 95326. Donations can be made to First Baptist Church in Hughson.