John, age 95, was born on December 28, 1922 in Downey, Idaho to Raymond T. Owens and Mary Lulu Body Owens. He married his eternal mate, Mae Knight on March 8, 1946, in the Salt Lake City LDS Temple. They were married for 52 years before she preceded him in death on May 19, 1998.
John lived a full life of service. He served in the U.S. Marine Corps in the Pacific during World War II, and the Korean War, with an honorable discharge as Sargent.
He had a proud and distinguished career with the Salt Lake County Fire Department. He was a Scout Master for several years with the LDS church, worked in 2 temples, as well as many other positions. He was always a service to others. John loved to do gardening, go fishing, camping, and travel.
He is survived by his loving children (son) Roger J. Owens, (daughter) Carol L. Gleave, and (brother) (Ted) Rex Theodore Owens; 6 Grandchildren, and 7 Great Grandchildren.
He is preceded in death by his wife Mae K. Owens, (daughter) Brenda L. Ortega, (sister) Ann Lafeen, and (brother) R. B. Owens.
Funeral services for John will be held on Monday, June 25, 2018 at 11:00 am at Valley View Funeral Home, 4335 West 4100 South W.V.C., Utah. Friends and Family may call prior to the services from 9:30 am to 10:45 am. Interment: Valley View Memorial Park.
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