James N. Owens 71, Cave City, passed away Friday, July 12, 2024 at Franklin-Simpson Nursing and Rehabilitation center. He was the son of the late Jesse and Maxine Burton Owens. James was an electrician by trade and was a former employee of DANA Corporation. James proudly served his country with the Kentucky Air National Guard as a Tech Sgt.
He is survived by his wife Deannie Burton Owens. Three children: April Dunbar (Barry), Deana Owens, and Eric Owens (Stephanie); eight grandchildren: Cole Gardner, Ziva Gardner, Madalyn Owens, Andrea Owens, Gabriel Owens, and August Owens, Kaley Billingsley (Thad), and Mason Dunbar: two great-grandchildren: Hallie and Carly Billingsley; two brothers: Carlos Owens (Debbie), and Morris (Sandy); two sisters Marcia Updike (Bob), and Kathy Ailiff; two special nephews: Joe Troutman, and Wally Braden.
In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by his sister Lavelle Braden and Brother In-law Charles Ailiff.
A celebration of life will be held 12:00pm- 4:00pm Saturday August 3, 2024 at Hall Place 313 South Green Street in Glasgow. Hatcher & Saddler Funeral Home is assisting family with arrangements.