OBITUARY
Raymond Walter Owens
July 30, 1946 – October 27, 2011
OWENS, Raymond Walter, a resident of Autauga County, passed away unexpectedly Thursday, October 27, 2011, at the age of 65 years old. He is survived by his wife, Frances Victoria Baxley; a daughter, Kristy Caradori; a sister, Patricia Louise Eller; three brothers, Steven Drew Owens, Craig Allen Owens, and Willis Godfrey Owens, Jr., all from North Carolina. Mr. Owens is also survived by 3 brothers-in-law, 3 sisters-in-law, 1 niece, 4 nephews, 6 great-nieces, and 1 great-nephew. Mr. Owens was a retired State of Alabama employee. He worked most of his career for the Department of Mental Health and Mental Retardation. His Memorial Service will be held on Monday, November 7, 2011, at 2 PM, from Alabama Heritage Funeral Home, with Rev. Fred Bailey officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Susan G. Komen for the Cure organization, or one’s favorite charity. Condolences may be offered at www.alabamaheritagefh.com. Alabama Heritage Directing.
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Memorial Service
Monday, November 7, 2011
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Raymond Walter Owens
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ADD A MEMORYVictoria
December 6, 2011
After reading these messages of love, support and sympathy, I am overwhelmed. Thank you each and every one for all that you have shared here.
I feel so fortunate to have had Ray in my life, as I'm sure many of you feel the same way. His absence in my days is barely tolerable. I loved him so and miss him terribly.
Anthony Giannini
November 18, 2011
We are so sorry for your loss... All our love and prayers for your family. We felt like we knew you for a lifetime, we pray that God has his plans, there is some reason why we could not help save you that fateful day. Maybe someday we will know one another a lot better.... may God help your family to be strong and healthy through these most difficult times. All our love and prayers..... Tony & Trish- your Belizean Dive Buddies.
November 8, 2011
My heartfelt sympathy to you and your family at this most difficult time. Ray showed much love and concern for our family when we were all together and we will remember him as a very caring individual.
Claire Guy ( Kristy's Aunt)
Pam and Brian Wimpling
November 8, 2011
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Ray was a part of our lives for 18 years and he was truly family. He was such a warm and caring man who seemed to always put other's needs above his own. The love and support he gave our Mother as she was recuperating from a stroke, but even well before that, was amazing. He was a wonderful father to Kristy and we know she will miss him terribly. From the pictures that we've seen, he looks very happy and enjoying life in Alabama and traveling. We're so glad he found what he was looking for. Our thoughts and prayers are with you,Victoria, Kristy and the family and friends he leaves behind.
Linda Hicks
November 7, 2011
Victoria, I am so, so sorry. I will remember the twinkle in Ray's eyes and that smile of his. Take care of yourself and remember that we love you and you are with us in our thoughts and prayers.
Michele Wimpling
November 7, 2011
Ray was a member of our family for more than 18 years, and he was a caring and generous man. He was so gentle and understanding during the time that my sister and he were caring for our Mother, who had suffered a stroke and sometimes stayed with them. A fun loving tennis enthusiast, with a big laugh and a love of music, he will be truly missed. My thoughts are with his family and friends as well as Kristy.
November 7, 2011
Victoria, I am so sorry for your loss, Ray was an encourager at the "Y" for our Fit for Life Class, we will all miss him. Martha Baxter (Millbrook, AL)
Vicki Hicks Turnage
November 7, 2011
I am so sorry to here about Ray. I wish I could be at the Memorial Service this afternoon, but cannot. He was such a great person.
Judy Mills
November 6, 2011
I am so sorry for your loss. You will remain in my thoughts and prayers. God be with you and all the family.
Louise McDaniel
November 6, 2011
Vicki, my thoughts and prayers are with you. Ray was a special person and will be missed by all.
Gwen Story
November 6, 2011
I will always remember Ray's energy while taking Susan's Fit for Life classes. He was an inspiration to me to do more.
Carol Honaker
November 6, 2011
My deepest sympathy to Victoria and all of the family. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Victoria and Ray have been a great inspiration to all of us at the Fit for Life Group at the Millbrook Y. He will be fondly remembered and greatly missed by so many.
Carol Honaker Millbrook, AL
aka, THE Queen Mother
November 6, 2011
My deepest sympathy to Victoria and all of the family. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Victoria and Ray have been a great inspiration to all of us at the Fit for Life Group at the Millbrook Y. He will be fondly remembered and greatly missed by so many.
Carol Honaker Millbrook, AL
aka, THE Queen Mother
Cecil Colson
November 6, 2011
I am so very sorry to hear of Ray's passing. Ray was a great guy and a fellow tennis player. Everyone in the tennis community will miss him. My thoughts and prayers are with his family. Cecil Colson, Montgomery
Roger and Jo Turenne
November 5, 2011
So surprised to read of Ray's passing- You'll be in our thoughts and prayers.
Julie Stinard
November 5, 2011
May knowing you're in the hearts and thoughts of others help you through this time of sorrow.
November 4, 2011
We are so very sorry for your loss. Please know that our prayers are with you in this difficult time. Walter and Dorothy Davenport . Wilmington, NC
Patsy Geoghegan-Breen
November 4, 2011
Victoria, Victoria......Why do we have to endure these losses in our life? I know how much you loved him and was glad for the time you had with him. I am with you for the healing of your heart. God Bless you dear sweet one.
Ronnie Lindsey
November 4, 2011
We were shocked to hear this news. We, the Japanese Auto family, extend our deepest sympathies. You and the family will be in our prayers.
November 4, 2011
I'm am so sorry for your loss. Looking at the photos, I know you have a lot of wonderful memories of Ray. In every one he has his big smile.
Thomas and Martha Brown
November 4, 2011
Tommy and I just met Ray last year, but feel so honored to have known him. He certainly made a lasting impression with his sweet demeanor. May God bless all of the family and give you peace like only He can give.
Debra and Danny Garnett
November 4, 2011
We mourn the loss of a wonderful friend but celebrate the life of a caring, loving man. We cherish the memories of the time we all spent together.
Danny Garnett
November 4, 2011
Vicky, we love you dearly! Debra and I send prayers for courage in this time of need. Ray was a good friend and he surely will be missed!
Duane Baxley
November 3, 2011
I miss him like crazy. A gentleman and a scholar.
David L Mcdade
November 3, 2011
Sorry for your loss our prayers go with you"
Delores Argo-Nichols
November 3, 2011
I was so saddened to learn of Ray's passing. We had been friends for many years having worked for the state at the same time. He was a wonderful person and will be greatly missed by all who were priviliged to know him.
Cathy Maddox
November 3, 2011
Such a shock. You all are in our prayers and you have our deepest sympathy in this time of loss.
Zane Welch
November 3, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Debra Capistran
November 3, 2011
So sorry for your loss. Your family will be in our prayers.