Ms. Donna Marie Owens was born to the late Mr. Otis and Mrs. Rosia Owens, October 16,1954, being the first generation of the family to be born in Saint Louis, Missouri.

Ms. Donna Marie Owens accepted Christ at a very early age and was an active member of Bible Way Church since 1984 under the current leadership of Pastor John Boyd, where she served faithfully.

Ms. Donna Marie Owens started her career at age 15 working alongside her mother at AL's Restaurant as a prep cook. She went on to serve as a janitor for Cochran Gardens for 10 years and she did assembly line work for PM Resources for 5 years. Her Journey at the Millennium Hotel Ms. Owens worked in housekeeping department for a few years. Ms. Donna Marie Owens retired from Kirkwood High School working as a janitor and impacting many young lives.

Ms. Donna Marie Owens served as a block captain which was a vital role in enhancing the safety, cleanliness, and engagement in her neighborhood.

My loving mother leaves behind three children Karlos (Marianne) Owens Sr, Mrs. Treon Ramsey and Ms. Genean Owens, all of Saint Louis, Missouri, two grandchildren Karlos Owens Jr. and Karvon Owens, of Saint Louis, Missouri four great grandchildren; Karly Owens, Kamori Owens, Denver Owens and Kensley Spinks.