William Hayden Owens Jr.

William Hayden Owens Jr., age 82, of Fountain Colorado, passed away peacefully on Friday September 18, 2026, in Canon City Colorado. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, veteran, firefighter, and cherished member of his community. He was known for his humor, hard working nature, and the inspirational way he lived his life.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Pamela M. Owens, whom he married in 1987 and remained devoted to until her passing in 2018; his brother Barry Owens; and his son Eric Owens.

He is survived by his children William H. “Billy” Owens III and Alicia Owens; his stepsons Steven Dennison, daughter in law Tiffany Dennison, and John Dennison; his brother Robert Owens and sister in law Kim Owens; and his sister Elizabeth Owens. He is also survived by his 15 grandchildren, along with many beloved nieces and nephews.

Career and Service

William served in the United States Army for 21 years, during which he was a Vietnam War veteran, a retired First Sergeant, and a recipient of the Bronze Star.

Following his military career, he served as a firefighter in Fountain Colorado, including his tenure as Fire Chief for the City of Fountain, from 1991 to 2000. His leadership and dedication left a lasting impact on the department and the community he cared deeply about.

A Life Well Loved

William loved Major League Baseball and was a passionate Colorado Rockies fan. He cherished time with his family and took great pride in his grandchildren. His humor, generosity, and devotion will be remembered by all who knew him.

The family expresses heartfelt gratitude to the City of Florence firefighting staff, the United States Army, and to all friends and family for their support and kindness. William’s legacy of service, love, and devotion will be remembered always.

Funeral Services

A military funeral service will be held at Lake Side Cemetery, located at 1008 Elm Ave, Cañon City, Colorado, on Friday, October 2, 2026, at 2:00 PM.