Robert Allen Owens, age 72. Of Waterville, OH entered into eternal rest on Friday, October 1, 2021 at The ProMedica Toledo Hospital.

Born in Detroit, MI, on June 1, 1949, he was the son of Milo and Rosemary Owens. He attended Manistee High School and graduated in the class of 1967. Bob owned and operated The Oakhill Service Station for several years, taught automotive class at Manistee High School and then was employed with Martin Marrietta in Manistee as a supervisor, and transferred to the plant in Woodville OH, where he finished his career and retired after 32 years of service. He was a dedicated member of the Knights of Columbus serving as a deputy grand knight. He was an avid car enthusiast, drag racing in his youth, building numerous hot rods, and even serving as a member of Jerry Glanville racing pit crew.

Robert is survived by his wife of 50 years, Mary Jane (Cogswell) Owens; sons, Troy Owens of Davisburg, MI, Brian (Melissa) Owens of Tontogany, OH; sister in-law, Ginny Owens; siblings, Jim (Pam) Owens, Chuck Owens, Ruth (Den) Simoneau, Bill (Mary) Owens, and Tim (Candy) Owens; as well as numerous nieces and nephews and four-legged family members.

He was preceded in death by his parents, three brothers, Larry, John and Tom Owens, and by two sister's in-laws; Patty Owns and Kimmie Owens.

Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, October 8, 2021 at 11:00 AM at St. Patrick Providence Church in Grand Rapids, OH, 14010 US RT 24 (419-832-5215). The family will receive guests at the church on Friday, October 8, 2021 from 9:00 AM until the time of mass at 11:00 AM.

In lieu of flowers or gifts, memorial contributions may be made to St. Patrick's Providence on the Wood County Humane Society in Robert's name.

Newcomer Funeral Home of Toledo, Ohio is assisting the family. necomertoledo.com