James Ray Owen Obituary
It is with sadness that the passing of James Ray Owen of Columbia, Tennessee is shared. James, born on July 3, 1941, passed away on June 2, 2026. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of James Ray Owen to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Robert Henry Owen and Robbie Ruth Lynch Owen; his wife Yvonne Ruth Owen; his siblings, C. B., Ollie Lee, Buddie, Roy, Ed, Jesse Owen, Lorrine, Myrtle Ruth, Billie and Patsy; and his grandchildren, Joseph "Joey" Owen and Lauren Downs.
He is survived by: his children, Connie Rae Kotarek (Jeff) of Cadiz, KY, James "Bubba" Owen (Cissy) of Antioch, TN, Robert Owen (Beth) of Nolensville, TN and Bradd Banks of Smyrna, TN; his sister Ann Danner (Ed); his grandchildren, Mesa Dobson, Erin Thurmond, Taylor Owen, River Banks, Hannah Owen and Evan Owen (Kinsley Owen); and his great grandchildren, Bryce, Daisy, Iris, Mallory, Noah, Owen, Leo, Lyric and Brents.
