Russell Thayer Owens
I was sorry to see Russ's obituary in today's Gazette. I only knew him in his last days, but I'm sure there was much more to the man than just the nice guy that I saw. My best wishes to you as you adjust to this big change in your lives. If you have any questions about how to get some of his blindness equipment returned to its rightful owners, please call me at 365-9111. I can pick it up at a mutually agreeable time. Jonathan, Iowa Department for the Blind
Jonathan Ice
Cedar Rapids
IA
God be with you.
Brad Kiburz
Cedar Rapids
IA
Pat i dont know if you remember me but im sorry for your loss charlie
charles soper
ocala
FL
i am so sorry to hear of russell's passing, may God be with you all and bless you.i worked with russ in my 13 years in cedar rapids for the rock island rr. and 15 years almost every day on second shift on the iowa interstate rr. we have lost a real railroader and friend, may God shine his light on him and may he rest in peace.
greg hernandez
NORTH LIBERTY
IA
Please accept our sympathy and the sympathy of our entire family on Russ's death. You have a wonderful family and I am sure the many happy memories of family fun and the good times will comfort you all.
Tom & Judy Zachar
Phoenix
AK
we are sorry to hear of your loss. our thoughts and prayers are with you thur this difficult time. may god be with you. brad @wendy britcher
Wendy Britcher
cedar rapids
IA
Pat & family Gail & I send our condolences to you and your family. Russ certainly earned his spot with all the other's of the neightborhood. We are visiting and helping Janet in California while she is having back surgery, will call you later when I get back to Cedar Rapids. With prayers, Addie
Addie Gaimari
Cedar Rapids
IA
Our deepest sympathy and condolences to the entire family. Bill and Deanna Freeman and Family Bill and Shirley Freeman
Bill Freeman
Fairfax
IA
Mary, Rich, kids, and entire Owens family, Our love, thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May God be with you all. Love, Jackie, Rodney and kids. Richard's sister and family
Jackie and Rodney
Seminole
TX
Pat and Family: We are sorry to hear of Russ's passing. Please accept our sincere condolences at this most difficult time. Vicki and Dave Maley
Vicki Maley
Marion
IA
I am sorry to hear of your great loss, Our prayers our with your family, and may God help you through your difficult time Bob and Theresa's Niece Brooke, Dan and Family
Brooke Brimmer
Dubuque
IA
Dear Pat and family, My heart goes out to you and your family. This has been a tough road for you, but I know you are a strong lady. I have much respect for you. Please take care of yourself. Blessings, Jo Hadenfeldt
Jo Hadenfeldt
Sarasota
FL
My condolences go out to you all on Russ' passing. I worked with Russ at Iowa Interstate from 1986 on, and he taught me a lot about railroading. He will be greatly missed! Allan Hunt
Allan Hunt
Solon
IA
To the Owens Family, I am so sorry for the loss of your husband, father and grandfather and past neighbor. Lisa was a classmate and when we moved in to your neighborhood I'll never forget the great chocolate cake that I believe Jennifer made to welcome us. We still get to see the abundant Owens family gatherings that our "new neighbors" Lori and Phil have-but the street doesn't seem quite as full and busy without Pat and Russ!!!: Lori and Phil-you have been such good neighbors/friends and our sympathy goes out to you. I received a stepping stone when my mom died 3 months ago that says, "When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure." There is so much truth in this for me-I hope it brings you peace during this difficult time. In friendship, Sheila and Craig Stephan
Sheila Stephan
Cedar Rapids
IA
Dear Mrs. Owens and Tina, I am very sorry that I was unable to attend the funeral, but I just wanted to send my condolences your way. I just loved taking care of him when he was in for his heart surgery-he was a very cooperative patient and always had a smile, even though I'm sure he wasn't feeling the greatest. I was a very lucky person!! Now I know where Tina got her great up bringing since, also through my mom Bess, I have also met Mrs. Owens. Please take care. I'm sure that a LOT of people are praying for you all!
Linda Craig Stusak
Cedar Rapids
IA
Pat, you are such a wonderful and gentle person. We want you to know that we care about you and are keeping you and your family in our thoughts and prayers at this time. "The Lord God will wipe away the tears from all faces..." --Isaiah 25:8
Mike & Mary Pat Schulte
Cedar Rapids
IA
The entire owens family- Glenn and I would like to extend our sympathies to you. Mom called from california to tell us of his passing. While this is a difficult time for you grieving your dad's death, may you find comfort in knowing he is no longer sick and lives on in each of you. Take care and God Bless Glenn and Kristin GaimariVarner
glenn and kristin varner
marion
IA
Our condolences to all of the Owens family. We pray for your great loss. That Russ will be in your hearts forever! And his spirit will forever surround you with his love. Stay together and be strong. God is with you all!