Elsie Mae Owens
December 2, 1928 - October 3, 2024

Elsie lived a full life, celebrated by 75 years of marriage to Jack L. Owens, during which they nurtured a loving family and made countless memories together.

Elsie is survived by her six children: Gregory (Margart) Owens, Diane (Michael) Brown, Larry Owens (Ginny Weigel), Bruce (Mindy) Owens, Jon Owens, and David (Rose) Owens; her grandchildren: Heather Owens, Ryan Owens, Lisa (Jesse) Gustafson, Andrea Holmer, Samantha (Milan) Johnson, Jessie Owens, David Owens Jr. (Krista), and Tashia Owens; and her sister-in-law, Donna Cheever. She was a dear great-grandmother, aunt, cousin, and friend to many.

Elsie was preceded in death by her husband, Jack L.; her parents, Elmer J. and Ruby M. Botkin; her brother, Clifford J. Botkin; her older sister, Lillian R. Mercer; and her in-laws, Everet L. and Grace V. Owens.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Christian Family Services - https://www.stlcfs.org/donate.

The procession will be on Thursday, October 10, 2024, at 10:15 AM from Collier's Funeral Home, 3400 N. Lindbergh Blvd (St. Ann), to Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery for an 11:15 AM graveside service.