of West Memphis, AR
August 12, 1941 - September 23, 2024
Charles Edwin Owens passed at the age of 83 at Regional One Extended Care in Memphis, TN on Monday, September 23, 2024. He was born August 12, 1941 in Panama City, Florida to parents, Jessie and Lovie Owens. He was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Fairy Ann Owens; one son, Michael Owens (Tonya) of Panama City, FL; one daughter, Suzanne Lowery (Dexter) of Cordova, TN; four grandchildren, Rachel Newcomb (TJ), Michael Lowery (Elizabeth), Charles Owens and Olivia Owens and one great grandson, Tripp Newcomb.
Charles attended Memphis State University where he played right guard on the college football team. He was a member of the 1963 undefeated football team under Spook Murphy. Memphis State University is also where he met his wife, Fairy Ann. He always enjoyed spending time with his family and going to Panama City Beach where he spent his formative years. Charles was a member of First Baptist Church of West Memphis and previously a member of First Baptist Church of Hughes, where he served as a deacon.
The family would like to express thanks and gratitude to Regional One Extended Care Hospital. Dr. Sultan-Ali went beyond all means to care for Charlie with everything possible and to provide the very best care. Thanks to Dr. Anderson that contributed in so many ways. We are forever grateful to the Regional One nurses and staff.
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45 Condolence(s)
Bryan Layne Dunlap
Monday, September 30, 2024
Fairy Ann, I was so sadden to hear of Charlie's Passing. I thank God for letting me have a friend such as Charlie. I really enjoyed being with him and listening to his stories of life. I pray that you , Suzanne and Michael find peace and may you be blessed with comfort in the time ahead. Our thoughts and prayers are put forth to you all.
Layne Dunlap
James wright
Monday, September 30, 2024
ALWAYS Great to visit with him.my love and condolences to fairy ann. Coach wright
Barbara Partain Cook
Saturday, September 28, 2024
I'm so sorry for your loss
Claris Curtis Moore Jr
Friday, September 27, 2024
Sorry to hear of your loss. Margaret Ann notified me of his passing. Will be thinking of you in the days ahead. Would enjoy seeing and visiting with you. I have many happy moments reflecting on our days in school. Curtis
Claris Curtis Moore Jr
Friday, September 27, 2024
Sorry to hear of your loss. Margaret Ann notified me of his passing. Will be thinking of you in the days ahead. Would enjoy seeing and visiting with you. I have many happy moments reflecting on our days in school. Curtis
Claris Curtis Moore Jr
Friday, September 27, 2024
Sorry to hear of your loss. Margaret Ann notified me of his passing. Will be thinking of you in the days ahead. Would enjoy seeing and visiting with you. I have many happy moments reflecting on our days in school. Curtis
Clifton and Darrellann Wise
Friday, September 27, 2024
We are saddened to hear of the loss of Mr. Charlie. We will have the Owens family in our thoughts and prayers.
Julia Young
Thursday, September 26, 2024
Fairy Ann I am so so sorry
Mary Ann Davis
Thursday, September 26, 2024
I'm so sorry for your loss. My prayers and condolences to the family. Mr. Charlie a good friend that always welcome me in his home.
Mary Ann Davis
Thursday, September 26, 2024
I'm so sorry for your loss. My prayers and condolences to the family.
Patricia A Allman
Thursday, September 26, 2024
I'm so sorry for your loss. May you find comfort that only God can provide during this difficult time. Prayers for all of you.
Sarah Womble
Thursday, September 26, 2024
Have so many fond memories of time spent with Charlie. Sending love and prayers to
Fairy and family.
Suzy Cupples Brown
Thursday, September 26, 2024
Cecil and I are so saddened to hear about your loss, Ms. Fairy Ann and family. Sending our love and prayers of comfort to all.
Sincerely with love,
Suzy Brown
Lan Burch
Wednesday, September 25, 2024
So sorry to hear about Charlie; he lived a long and good life. I’ve known Fairy Ann all of my life, andCharlie most of my life.They were a wonderful couple and a definite asset to the community.I really got to know Charlie when we sat together at the University of Memphis football games. He shared many laughs and experiences about when he played football at U of M …which made the games much more enjoyable.Even though I haven’t seen Charlie in many years, I have thought often about both Fairy Ann and him, and they are all good memories.
Cheryl Beene
Wednesday, September 25, 2024
I am so very sorry about Mr. Charlie. He fought a hard battle and I hate that he went through this. He was such a strong presence and always kind. We talked about life in general when he came to Methodist. He said that he had always felt like Superman and the events that were occurring showed him that he was absolutely not Superman. I remember saying, you will always be Superman Charlie to all of those who love you and look up to you. God bless each of you! We will continue to pray for your family.
Floyd owens
Wednesday, September 25, 2024
I am so sorry for your loss. I haven’t seen Charles in years but I think of him often. We played together as kids, had the opportunity to watch him play football at Bay High school. His dad, Uncle Lovie was my barber. Many good memories May God give you peace
Mark Gammill
Wednesday, September 25, 2024
I am so sorry for your loss. Fairy Ann, you and your family are in our prayers.
Tammy Browne
Wednesday, September 25, 2024
Fairy Ann, I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Buster and Marty Hollis
Wednesday, September 25, 2024
So sorry to hear about Charlie he will be missed 60 years are a long time for marriage and friendship Fariy Ann hope you can come to Panama City and get together to celebrate a life well lived with his classmates of the Bay High class 59'
we hold you and your family in our hearts and prayers
Buster and Marty
Hing Wyness
Wednesday, September 25, 2024
Fairy Ann, We are so saddened to hear of your loss. May happy memories carry you through this sorrowful time.
Gwen Zachary
Wednesday, September 25, 2024
This cuts so deep in my heart . Mr. Charlie the absolute vision of the finest southern gentleman you could ever meet. His love for his wife and family radiated from his eye and soul. All that ever met him will certainly miss him. All my love and prayers to Mrs. Fairy Ann and the entire family. May God rest you all in His comforting peace.
Tommy Cupples
Wednesday, September 25, 2024
My condolences to the family especially Ms Fairy
There was never a finer gentleman than Mr. Charlie.
I pray for peace and comfort in the coming days for you all
Rossie
Wednesday, September 25, 2024
Ms. Fairy, my heart breaks for you and your family. To say Mr. Charlie was a great man is an understatement! He was so kind-hearted and jolly. I adored you both. Always so positive, loving and friendly, making me feel like family.
Much love sent to you! His presence will be forever missed here on earth but surely welcomed in the presence of our Heavenly Father!!!
Dorothy Foster
Wednesday, September 25, 2024
So sorry for the loss of such a fine man. My condolences and prayers are with you Fairy Ann and family.
Karen L Cook
Tuesday, September 24, 2024
Mr. Charlie always had a smile and a hello whenever I ran into him. Sending prayers to the family during this difficult time.
Karen L Cook
Tuesday, September 24, 2024
Mr. Charlie always had a smile and a hello whenever I ran into him. Sending prayers to the family during this difficult time.
Henry and Munnie Jordan
Tuesday, September 24, 2024
I met Charlie in college thru a mutual teammate.Then I moved to Helena ,renewed our friendship in Hughes and my daughter in law is a Dillahunty. He always was smiling and telling me about his family. Miss him greatly, GOD Bless Fairy Ann.
Mary Ann and Daniel Funderburg
Tuesday, September 24, 2024
Mrs. Owens and family, We were so sorry to hear about your loss of a great man. He was always so sweet, and will be missed by so many people. Please know you are all in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. God bless you all and much love sent to you all!
Jimmy Millikin
Tuesday, September 24, 2024
So sorry to hear of Charlie’s passing. I was just getting to know him and was looking forward to spending more time with him. I was greatly blessed by the brief time of our friendship.
David Bickerstaff
Tuesday, September 24, 2024
I'm sending my condolences to the entire family as well as close friends. May God be with everyone at this very difficult time. I met Mr. Charles couple of times with Mrs Owens at his side. Just wonderful ppl I got to know when I was living in Hughes. RIP Mr. Charles.
Frances Creekmore
Tuesday, September 24, 2024
I am so sorry to hear about the death of Charlie. My heart goes out to you, Fairy Ann and your family. I had just gotten to know Charlie since he joined West Memphis First Baptist Church. He was a fine Christian gentleman and everyone who knew him loved him. My thoughts and prayers will be with you during these coming days of bereavement.
Friskey Kennedy
Tuesday, September 24, 2024
My deepest sympathy to Fairy Anne and the family. Charlie was such a very kind gentleman. So thankful to have known him and his family.
Friskey Kennedy
Tuesday, September 24, 2024
My deepest sympathy to Fairy Anne and the family. Charlie was such a very kind gentleman. So thankful to have known him and his family.
Friskey Kennedy
Tuesday, September 24, 2024
My deepest sympathy to Fairy Anne and the family. Charlie was such a very kind gentleman. So thankful to have known him and his family.
Chris Shoemake
Tuesday, September 24, 2024
Fairy Ann and the children from your union. You all have been in our prayers and thoughts these last days. I offer my sincere sympathy as you all celebrate your husband's life. As a member of our church, Charlie just was not with us long enough to really get to know him and appreciate his being with us. My heart felt feelings are with all of you.
Sincerely, Chris Shoemake
Laura C. McFarling
Tuesday, September 24, 2024
Fairy Ann, I am so sorry about your great loss of your precious husband. I know it is very hard for you and your family--I went through that a year and one-half ago with my precious husband, Mac. If I can do anything for you, please do not hesitate to give me a call. Frances Ann has my phone number, and I am here ready to help you whenever you need me.
My prayer is that God will shower you and the family "His" peace, comfort and carry you through this. There is always something to be thankful to God, and that is that Charlie is no longer suffering.
Margie McCain
Tuesday, September 24, 2024
Fairy Ann and family, I’m so sorry for your loss.
Dick Howard
Tuesday, September 24, 2024
Lifting the family up in prayer. I used to do business with Charlie back in my farming days and his word was as good as any signed contract.
Dianne Person
Tuesday, September 24, 2024
Charlie was such a southern gentleman. Always cordial and a big smile in his face. Heaven gained an angel. Prayers to Fairy Ann, Michael and Suzanne and entire family. He will be missed.
Bob Walker
Tuesday, September 24, 2024
Charlie a good friend and he will be missed a good man prayers for the family
RICKY EUBANKS
Tuesday, September 24, 2024
Ms, FAIR ANN, I AM SO SO SORRY TO HERE ABOUT CHARLIE, WHAT A GREAT MAN WHAT A GREAT DEAR LONG TIME FRIEND, ALWAYS BROUGHT A SMILE TO MY FACE AND MADE ME FEEL SPECIAL. I WILL MISS HIM SO MUCH,
Alicia Mooney
Tuesday, September 24, 2024
Mr. Charlie was very special! He always, always greeted me with a smile and a "hey gal" when I saw him. The kindest man ever. Sending thoughts and prayers to his sweet family.
Mike Bennage
Tuesday, September 24, 2024
So sorry to hear about this. What a great man. He will be missed.
Deana Stewart
Tuesday, September 24, 2024
My heart goes out to Fairy Ann and the rest of the Owens family in their great loss of Charlie. Praying for your comfort, peace and direction from our Father God in the coming days. May HE bless you daily as you remember your sweet husband, father and grandfather and begin to learn how to navigate this life without him in person. Remember please you will grieve much only because you loved much... and the grief is worth it because the love will always be with you. Love you Fairy Ann
Deana Stewart
Charlotte (Chism) Wicks
Tuesday, September 24, 2024
I am so sorry to hear of Charlie’s death. I send my deepest condolences to the family.