Donald Reed Owens's obituary , Passed away on December 25, 2025 in Shelby, North Carolina

Donald Reed Owens

September 10, 1948 - December 25, 2025 (77 years old)

Shelby, North Carolina

Donald Reed Owens's obituary , Passed away on December 25, 2025 in Shelby, North Carolina

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Greer-McElveen Funeral Home

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Donald Reed Owens

September 10, 1948 - December 25, 2025 (77 years old)

Shelby, North Carolina

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Donald Reed Owens Obituary

We bid farewell to Donald Reed Owens of Shelby, North Carolina, born in Cleveland, North Carolina, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on December 25, 2025 at the age of 77. Donald touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

As Donald departs from our midst, his spirit ascends to join the cosmic dance of stars, a shimmering constellation of memories that will forever grace the night sky of the hearts of those who loved Donald. Though Donald may no longer walk beside us, his legacy lives on — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of time and space.

He is survived by: his wife Darlene Owens; his sons, Joey Owens and Tommy Owens; his stepdaughter Tasha Girdley; his sister Joan; and his grandchildren, Cassie Owens, Sawyer Owens, Cooper Owens, Finley Owens, Makenzi Day and Alex Day. He is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Greer-McElveen Funeral Home



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Greer-McElveen Funeral Home
725 Wilkesboro Blvd NE, Lenoir, NC 28645

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