Ronald John Owen
It is with great sadness and infinite love that we announce the passing of our Dad, Grandpa (Gpa), Great Grandpa, Brother, Brother-in-Law, and friend, on Monday, October 20, 2025, at the Carman Memorial Hospital.
He is survived by his ever-growing family:
Stephen & Doris and their children — Roxanne (Brent) Kylie, Brinley, and Olivia; Janine and boys Bodhi and Barrett; Michelle (Neil) Layla and Beckham; Tiffany (Scott) and baby due February 2026.
Brenda (Bob) and her children — Troy, Mitchell (Maeghan) and Taya.
Michael and his children — Jessica (Garry) Grayson, Lachlan, and Fletcher; Justin (Kenna) and Jensen.
Also survived by brother Jim, sister-in-law Judie, and brother-in-law George (Noreen), as well as many nieces and nephews.
Predeceased by his wife Karen, son-in-law Pat, brother Lyall, and sister-in-law Linda.
Dad was born on the family farm in Graysville on September 17, 1935, to Rod and Mary (Stewart). As a young man, he spent time in Alberta working in the oil fields, from which he shared many stories over the past few years. He returned home and married his love, Karen (Gray), on June 17, 1961. Together, they raised their three children on the original homestead, where he farmed with his brothers until moving into Graysville in 1980. Those were busy years filled with school, sports, and family events. Although the farm didn’t allow for many family vacations, the ones taken were full of wonderful memories. Dad was also an avid curler and golfer for many years.
He continued farming with the help of the boys until 1984 when he decided to take up a new career path in real estate. He loved this new venture and worked alongside friends and colleagues at Klos Realty with Bert and later Nestor for 33 years. He had an incredible memory and could tell you when, to whom, and how many times he sold each property he had dealt with. When his grandson asked him what he’d like people to remember about him, he grinned and said, “That I had 78 real estate listings in 2003.”
We, of course, will remember him for so much more than that.
He loved driving — chauffeuring his kids and grandkids to many events and appointments, which became a big part of their social lives over the years. His passengers would attest to him circling a parking lot ten times, looking for the perfect parking spot.
Every year he purchased a new Day-Timer calendar journal, recording the weather of the day, birthdays, and special dates for his kids and grandkids’ upcoming events, appointments, and vacations. He would open his calendar daily to see what everyone was up to and with whom he needed to connect to send a birthday wish or message of encouragement. He texted, emailed, and scrolled Facebook for updates and pictures of his favorite people.
Most recently, we were fortunate enough to celebrate his 90th birthday in Graysville with many friends and family. He later commented that there were 64 people in attendance - he had counted. We are so glad we had that time together.
He loved reading the daily newspaper, doing crosswords, and watching sports on TV. He was really hoping the Blue Jays would move on. They did and so has he.
He was the most genuine person, with an incredibly generous heart. The number of words needed to fully describe his character, and demeanor would be endless. He was deeply loved by all, and we will miss him immensely.
It is with great sadness and infinite love that we announce the passing of our Dad, Grandpa (Gpa), Great Grandpa, Brother, Brother-in-Law, and friend, on Monday, October 20, 2025, at the Carman Memorial Hospital.
He is survived by his ever-growing family:
Stephen & Doris and their children — Roxanne (Brent) Kylie, Brinley, and Olivia; Janine and boys Bodhi and Barrett; Michelle (Neil) Layla and Beckham; Tiffany (Scott) and baby due February 2026.
Brenda (Bob) and her children — Troy, Mitchell (Maeghan) and Taya.
Michael and his children — Jessica (Garry) Grayson, Lachlan, and Fletcher; Justin (Kenna) and Jensen.
Also survived by brother Jim, sister-in-law Judie, and brother-in-law George (Noreen), as well as many nieces and nephews.
Predeceased by his wife Karen, son-in-law Pat, brother Lyall, and sister-in-law Linda.
Dad was born on the family farm in Graysville on September 17, 1935, to Rod and Mary (Stewart). As a young man, he spent time in Alberta working in the oil fields, from which he shared many stories over the past few years. He returned home and married his love, Karen (Gray), on June 17, 1961. Together, they raised their three children on the original homestead, where he farmed with his brothers until moving into Graysville in 1980. Those were busy years filled with school, sports, and family events. Although the farm didn’t allow for many family vacations, the ones taken were full of wonderful memories. Dad was also an avid curler and golfer for many years.
He continued farming with the help of the boys until 1984 when he decided to take up a new career path in real estate. He loved this new venture and worked alongside friends and colleagues at Klos Realty with Bert and later Nestor for 33 years. He had an incredible memory and could tell you when, to whom, and how many times he sold each property he had dealt with. When his grandson asked him what he’d like people to remember about him, he grinned and said, “That I had 78 real estate listings in 2003.”
We, of course, will remember him for so much more than that.
He loved driving — chauffeuring his kids and grandkids to many events and appointments, which became a big part of their social lives over the years. His passengers would attest to him circling a parking lot ten times, looking for the perfect parking spot.
Every year he purchased a new Day-Timer calendar journal, recording the weather of the day, birthdays, and special dates for his kids and grandkids’ upcoming events, appointments, and vacations. He would open his calendar daily to see what everyone was up to and with whom he needed to connect to send a birthday wish or message of encouragement. He texted, emailed, and scrolled Facebook for updates and pictures of his favorite people.
Most recently, we were fortunate enough to celebrate his 90th birthday in Graysville with many friends and family. He later commented that there were 64 people in attendance - he had counted. We are so glad we had that time together.
He loved reading the daily newspaper, doing crosswords, and watching sports on TV. He was really hoping the Blue Jays would move on. They did and so has he.
He was the most genuine person, with an incredibly generous heart. The number of words needed to fully describe his character, and demeanor would be endless. He was deeply loved by all, and we will miss him immensely.