of Helena, AR
May 10, 1935 - October 17, 2019
Evelyn Owens, 84, of Helena, Arkansas passed away Thursday, October 17, 2019 at her residence. She was born May 10, 1935 in Frost, Texas to the late Iva Holly and Enis Horne.
She was a member of Faith Outreach Church in West Helena, Arkansas and had a passion to read and work puzzle books.
Evelyn is survived by her daughter, Connie Wilson (Dennis) of West Helena, Arkansas; six grandchildren, Kelly King, Travis Owens, LaDonna Burgess, Sarah Wilson, Vince Wilson, and Teris Jones; two brothers, Curtis Horne of Richmond Hills, Texas and Jim Horne (Rita) of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania.
She is preceded in death by her spouse of 50 years, Woodrow Owens; son, Paul Owens; parents; three brothers, Marlon Horne, Cecil Horne, and Bill Horne; three sisters, Doris Wheeler, Maxine Young, and Iva Walker.
A funeral service for Evelyn Owens will be held at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, October 23, 2019 at Roller-Citizens Funeral Home. A visitation will be prior to the service at 10:00 a.m. until service time.
Interment to follow at Sunset Memorial Park. Brother Jim Harrison will officiate.
Services will be directed by Roller-Citizens Funeral Home, West Helena, (870)572-2571. Relatives and friends may sign the online guestbook at www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/westhelena.
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6 Condolence(s)
Mona Gregory Benefield
Wednesday, October 23, 2019
I am so sorry to learn of Evelyn's death. She was such a kind lady, we worked together for awhile at Waddell Realty. I know she will be missed by many.
Glenda Mullally Young
Wednesday, October 23, 2019
Connie, I'm so sorry to hear about your mom. I will keep you in my prayers.
Cecelia Thomas
Tuesday, October 22, 2019
My deepest and heartfelt sympathies to the family of this wonderful woman of God! She was so full of the Word! I had a great respect and admiration of Ms. Evelyn. She will be missed very much. May the God of all comfort keep each of the family in perfect peace.
Eugenia Jones Newsom
Friday, October 18, 2019
Connie & LaDonna,
I am so very sorry to hear of your loss.
My thoughts & prayers are with your entire family in such a difficult time.
Lynn Corbitt
Friday, October 18, 2019
Well I dont know where to begin my heart is heavy but yet I know she is absolutely happy to be with the Lord! She was one of the first to welcome me to Gods house, she always made it point to tell me how proud of me she was and to stay strong and focused, you will be truly missed by Faith Outreach family, and so much by me!! Love you sister Evelyn RIP you will be gone but never forgotten!! Sister Connie I love you much and praying for you and the family!! Love Always Lynn Corbitt
Lynette Burt Murphy
Friday, October 18, 2019
Connie,
I am so sorry to see the loss of your sweet Mother. What a dear and beautiful lady. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.