Edward Owens
January 14, 2014
Edward “Sandy” Owens, 83, was surrounded by his family when he peacefully went to be with his Lord on January 14, 2014, at Mercy Hospice in Johnston, IA. He died from complications of Alzheimer’s.
Ed was a member of Berean Assembly of God in Pleasant Hill. He retired from John Deere in 1987 after 32 years of service. He enjoyed raising and showing horses.
He is survived by his wife, Della; adopted step-great-granddaughter, Kiara; children, Janilla (Sterling), Jennifer (Rick), Joe (Heather), and Joy (his favorite); step-children, Eddy (Joyce), and Brenda (Trish); 9 grandchildren; 6 step-grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren; sister, Maxine; and many more family and friends.
Edward was preceded in death by his parents, Thomas and Beauty; first wife, Shirley; daughter, Julie; son, Jeff; step-daughter, Christy; great-grandson, Aden; and sister, Glendoris.
Funeral Services will be held, 10 a.m., Saturday, January 18, 2014 at Berean Assembly of God Church, 5299 E University Avenue in Pleasant Hill with burial to follow at Highland Memory Gardens Cemetery. Friends may visit with family from 5 to 8 p.m., Friday, January 17th at the church.
The family would like to thank Mercy Hospice in Johnston for their great care and concern for Ed during his stay with him.
Memorial Contributions may be directed to Mercy Hospice in Johnston.
Condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Lydia Gerhart
01/16/2014
Ed was a unique guy. I can say, I've known him most of my life. I have many memories of Ed from being with you all growing up to the days he rented a stall from Dad for his horse. I'm hoping you all find some comfort in the days ahead. Love to you all, Lydia
Janilla
01/16/2014
Ji;
Sorry to hear of your loss. He is at peace now with the Lord.
Roberta Haley
Scott and Paula Armstrong
01/16/2014
I know for certain that we never lose the people we love, to death. They continue to participate in every act, thought and decision we make. Their love leaves an indelible imprint in our memories. We find comfort in knowing that our lives have been enriched by having shared their love. By Leo Buscaglia
Our thoughts and prays are with the family
Lynn Milks
01/16/2014
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I will be thinking of you and your family.
Linda Brady
01/16/2014
Ji, so sorry to hear of your loss. Thinking of you and your family. Do let me know if I can do anything for you in addition to sending thoughts and prayers.
Rick Maere
01/16/2014
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Kim Holvenstot
01/16/2014
So sorry for your loss. You will be in my thoughts and prayers!! Sending you hugs !!!!
Troy Meyer
01/16/2014
So sorry to hear. Thinking of you and my sympathies to you and your family.
Stephen Wright
01/16/2014
Ji, Sorry about the loss of your father. My sympathies go out to you. Praying that the Lord will comfort you and that wonderful memories will be with you.
Vikki Vencil
01/16/2014
Ji - I'm sorry for your loss. I hope the memories with your dad will help you to find a smile during this time.
Julie Wilson
01/16/2014
Thoughts and prayers for you and your family. So sorry to hear of your loss.
Jochen Ideker
01/16/2014
Ji,
Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss, our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Jochen and Family
UPH
01/16/2014
Praying for friends to comfort you, faith to uphold you, and loving memories to help you smile again
Barb Vajgrt
01/16/2014
Ji & Family,
My thoughts and prayers go out to you all. Just remember your father is in a better place and someday we will all be together again.
God watch over you all.
Margie Higdon
01/16/2014
Ji,
I am sorry to hear of your loss. I have only worked with you through the phone but I feel I know you a bit. May God's grace and mercy comfort you and carry you through this difficult time.
Margie