Jean Gapper Owen Obituary
We announce the death of Jean Gapper Owen of Boiling Springs, South Carolina, who passed away on September 20, 2026, at the age of 97. Jean Gapper will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Jean Gapper Owen to pay them a last tribute.
Jean Gapper will be remembered for the impact she had on the lives of those around her. Friends, family, and colleagues will cherish their memories and the time shared. Those who knew Jean Gapper will remember moments of kindness, warmth, and presence. Though words cannot fully capture her life, the legacy of connections and experiences remains. Jean Gapper’s absence will be deeply felt by those who valued her companionship.
She was predeceased by: her parents, William Gapper and Eliza Mary James; her husband Les Owen; and her granddaughter Amber Owen. She is survived by: her daughters, Heather Owen Taylor (John) of Simpsonville and Liz Owen Clary of Spartanburg; her granddaughter Allyson Taylor Hunt of Greenville; her brother-in-law Paul Owen (Jean) of Wales; and her niece Madge Daly (Steve) of Charlotte, NC. She is also survived by nieces and nephews.
A graveside service will be held on Friday, September 25th 2026 at 10:00 AM at the Fort Prince Memorial Gardens (126 Fort Prince Rd, Wellford, SC 29385).
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in appreciation of the caregivers who so compassionately cared for Jean.
