George Owen, 1944-2019

George Irwin Owen, 74, of Lake Wales passed way Monday, Nov. 25, 2019 at his home surrounded by his family.

He was born November 29, 1944 in Kendallville, IN to the late Richard B. and Esther (Hall) Owen. He has been a resident of the area for 3 years coming from Corunna, IN. He was a retired letter carrier for the U.S. Post Office. George loved being with his family, going to the community pool, traveling and fishing.

He is preceded in death by his brother Richard Owen III.

He is survived by his wife Carol A. Owen, daughter Mary Ann Nelson and husband Phil of Fremont, IN, sons John D. Owen and wife Melissa of Ft. Wayne, IN, Jeff L. Owen of Indianapolis, IN, brothers Brice J. Owen of Albion, IN, James H. Owen of Albion, IN, 5 grandchildren Jordan Owen, Madison Owen, Jace Owen, Brittany Nelson, Jordan Nelson, 1 great grandchild Eligh Spradlin.

No local services are scheduled. In lieu of flowers donation may be made to Florida Cancer Specialists at 2 State Road 60 West Lake Wales, Fl. 33853.

Marion Nelson Funeral Home in Lake Wales is in charge of arrangements.