Mary Ann Owens

Send Flowers

Visitation Schedule
Rosary Service
Saint Ignatius Catholic Church
Hwy 197
Scranton, AR  72863
Friday, October 31, 2014
7:00 pm
Service Schedule
Funeral Mass
St. Ignatius Catholic Church
Hwy 197 E.
Scranton, AR  72863
Saturday, November 1, 2014
10:00 am
Cemetery
St. Ignatius Cemetery
Hwy 197 E.
Scranton, AR  72863
Mary Ann Owens

of Scranton, AR

August 8, 1938 - October 28, 2014

Mary Ann Owens, age 76 of Scranton, Arkansas entered Heaven to be with God the Father, Jesus his son and the Holy Spirit on October 28th , 2014. Born in Scranton on August 8th, 1938 to Helen and Herman Buss, she was baptized in St. Ignatius Church, where she would later be married by her her uncle, Father (Abbot) Michael Lensing, to her late husband Joe Harley Owens in 1958. She graduated from St. Scholastic High School in Fort Smith in 1956 and retired from Cloyes Gear Company after 33 years.

Mary Ann is survived by four children; Sheryl and George Hampton of Greenwood, Vanessa Owens of Fort Smith, Joe A. Owens of Greenwood, and Doug and Lisa Owens of Scranton; six grandchildren; Angela Nevel, Alecia Nelms, Addy Kay Hampton, Jeff Davis, Jacob Owens and Becca Owens; five great-grandsons; three brothers, Guss Buss of Mercy Crest in Barling, Ray and Pat Buss of North Little Rock, Gene and Sonia Buss of Arlington, Texas as well as numerous nieces, nephews, other family members and friends.

Always known for having an open door, Mary Ann opened her home to family and friends for all holidays, she will be remembered for her great cooking especially her dressing at Thanksgiving, Christmas and at Easter. She was always busy even after retirement, she built her third home, love gardening, she was especially proud of her manicured lawn and colorful flower beds, she cleaned and cooked for several Priests at St. Ignatius Church where she especially enjoyed washing and ironing the church linens. She will be greatly missed by all who loved and knew her.

A Rosary Service will be held Friday, October 31, 2014 at 7:00PM at St. Ignatius Church in Scranton.

A Funeral Mass will be held Saturday, November 1, 2014 at 10:00AM at St. Ignatius Church followed by a committal service at St. Ignatius Catholic Cemetery.

Pallbearers will be: Jacob Owens, Jeff Davis, George Hampton, Chris Buss, Ronnie Blaschke and Jim Kremers.

The family wishes to thank the wonderful care Mary Ann received first at Mercy Crest Assisted Living in Barling and the compassionate kindness given at Pink Bud in Greenwood.




Sign Guestbook

22 Condolence(s)
Shirley Morgan Glenn
Mobile, AL
Liked
Monday, November 3, 2014

I didn't know this beautiful lady, but would like to express my sympathy, as a St. Scho sister ('68), to her family.

Curtis Taylor
,
Liked
Monday, November 3, 2014

So sorry for your lose, Mary Ann was a wonderful person. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Sonia and Will Eckelhoff
Greenwood, AR
Liked
Sunday, November 2, 2014

We know this is a difficult time for you all. You are in our hearts and prayers. Your Mother was a beautiful and sweet lady. She raised 4 great kids!

George & Angie Lensing
Charleston,, AR
Liked
Friday, October 31, 2014

We are so sorry for your loss. Mary Ann was a very special lady that will always be remembered. We are honored to have known her. May God be with each of you during this time. You are in our prayers.

Charles Fox
Durango, CO
Liked
Friday, October 31, 2014

So sorry for sad news of your mother's passing. May God be with you during this time of sorrow.
Charles & Eleanor Fox

Carol Ahne Trusty
Russellville,
Liked
Friday, October 31, 2014

I am so sorry for your loss. You're mother was a wonderful lady! I remember babysitting you 4 kids one summer (Doug was 2). She was always so very kind to me an I thought she was the classiest, prettiest lady I had ever seen! I'm so sorry to hear of her passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you all!

Lori Sue Ahne-Dean
Florence, KY
Liked
Friday, October 31, 2014

Doug, My thoughts and prayers for your family. I was sadden to hear Mary Ann had passed. Hugs to you all.

susan and mike johnson
Scranton, AR
Liked
Thursday, October 30, 2014

Mike and myself wish to express our sympathy in the passing of Mary Ann. She was always a bundle of energy, willing to help anyone and get involved in any project. She will be greatly missed.

Bill Snow
Springdale, AR
Liked
Thursday, October 30, 2014

Thoughts and prayers are with the family in this time of loss

Doris Kohler
Subiaco, AR
Liked
Thursday, October 30, 2014

I am so sorry for your loss. Your mother was a very kind person. You will all be in my prayers.
Doris Kohler and family.

Mickey & Rob Oates
Paris, AR
Liked
Thursday, October 30, 2014

Doug, Lisa and family:

My heartfelt prayers are with you in this time of loss. May you treasure your memories.

Mickey & Rob Oates

Ruthie Griffith
Fort Smith, AR
Liked
Thursday, October 30, 2014

Even though I had not seen Mary Ann in a while I thought of her often. She always had a smile for you. I had the pleasure of working with her. One of the sweetist ladies i have known. She will be missed.

Judy Fisher
Fort Smith, AR
Liked
Thursday, October 30, 2014

I am so sorry for your loss. Your Mom was such a sweet lady. I have very fond memories of her. I know she will be greatly missed. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.

Joey & Debbie
Scranton, AR
Liked
Thursday, October 30, 2014

Cheryl, Vanessa, Joe Allen & Doug,
So sorry to hear of Mary Ann's passing. You all know you had the best Mom. As a kid growing up i remember showing up at Mary Ann's and was always welcome. She will be missed dearly. But now God has another angel to add to his army. God bless you all during this difficult time.
Joey, Debbie and Family.

Janet Schluterman
Ratcliff, AR
Liked
Wednesday, October 29, 2014

Sweet and beautiful lady...inside and out... Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.

Sheri Turner & Family
Paris,
Liked
Wednesday, October 29, 2014

Sorry for your families loss.

Laurie & Randall Churchman
Paris,
Liked
Wednesday, October 29, 2014

Joe Allen and Doug, So sorry for your loss. Your Mom was a special Lady. She will be missed.

Hermina bridges
Scranton,
Liked
Wednesday, October 29, 2014

Joe Allen and Vanessa and the rest of your family. I'm so sorry for your loss. May God wrap his arms around you all and help you find peace through this difficult time. She will no longer be feeling any pain or unhappiness. God bless you all
Hermina bridges and family

Hermina bridges
Scranton,
Liked
Wednesday, October 29, 2014

Joe Allen and Vanessa and the rest of your family. I'm so sorry for your loss. May God wrap his arms around you all and help you find peace through this difficult time. She will no longer be feeling any pain or unhappiness. God bless you all
Hermina bridges and family

Kay Daniel
Little Rock, AR
Liked
Wednesday, October 29, 2014

To Mary Ann's Children -

I loved your Mother! We worked together at Cloyes and she was always the sweetest thing to me. I feel like I know you personally because she talked about you a lot and she loved you all so much. She was a hard worker. My love and prayers are with you all for peace and comfort. Can't wait to see her in heaven!

Kay Daniel

Ruth and Bobby Snow
Scranton, AR
Liked
Wednesday, October 29, 2014

We are so very sorry for the loss of your mother. She was such a kind and good person and a great neighbor. I'm so glad I got to visit with her last week. I'm so sorry that I can't be there for the funeral, but I am in Houston visiting with grandkids. Please know that my thoughts are prayers are with each of you.

Karen Donovan & Family
Fort Smith, AR
Liked
Wednesday, October 29, 2014

Cheryl, Vanessa, Joe Allen & Doug:

We are so sorry to hear about the loss of your beloved mother. Our condolences and prayers are with you and your families at this most difficult time. She was a gift to our families as well. We will miss her dearly.