Obituary of James Richard Conrad Owen

Owen, James Richard Conrad (Dick) July 10, 2009 at the age of 74, peacefully after prolonged hospitalization, with his family by his side. He is survived by his mother-in-law Doris Sullivan and his children Cathy Owen, Wanda Walker (John), Lauri Elmore, Tracy White (Robert), Shelly Owen-Houston (Donald), Michelle Lowe (Warren), Michael Owen (Paddy), Jamie Owen (Rena); his brother Bobby (Sue) and family, sisters-in-law Helen Burns (Bob) and Lynn Sharkey (Mark); brother-in-law Doug Sullivan (Ramona); fourteen nieces and nephews and best friend Bruce Mooney and his family, Ellenjane (J.P.), Karen (Yves), and Allen; nineteen grandchildren; nine great grandchildren, all of whom he loved dearly. He was predeceased by his parents, "Bert" and Violette Owen, his former wife Heather and brother-in-law Kenny (Corey). Born in North Bay, June 30, 1935, he took over the family business, Owens Cleaners, at the age of 21 as a result of the untimely death of his father. Later, he and Heather began Owens Interiors which continued for 23 years. Upon retirement, he was employed by Jutras' mail service until his beloved hobby of woodworking became his full time commitment. He also enjoyed fishing and duck hunting with his friends and scuba diving in the pristine waters of Florida, the Carribean and South America. He enjoyed his later years peacefully on the shores of his favourite Trout Lake. He will be sadly missed by his many friends and his loving family. A special thank you to the nursing staff of 3E Scollard Site for their kind care during his hospitalization. In lieu of flowers, remembrances to the Canadian Arthritic Society or North Bay Rorab Shrine Club are appreciated. A memorial service to celebrate his life will be held at Martyn Funeral Home on Sunday July 19, 2009 at 11:00 am with refreshments to follow at Katies Leaderboard, 2650 Trout Lake Road. For further information please contact Martyn Funeral Home at 472-8810.