Gatha Owens Obituary

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Gatha Owens (Harlem, Georgia), born in Samson, Alabama, who passed away on January 7, 2021 at the age of 94. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his wife Elaine Buxton Owens. He is survived by: his son Gatha Buxton Owens; his daughter-in-law Beverly Patrick Owens of Homestead, Florida; his daughter Margaret Delaine Owens Wilkes; his son-in-law Dr. Gary L. Wilkes of Harlem, Georgia; and his grandchildren, Wendy M. Dixon (Sean), Scott W. Wilkes (Sue), Candy N. Cole (Ian), Tara W. Cooper (Terry), Chad G. Wilkes (Melissa) and Dr. Gail Patrick Marcella (Jeff). He is also survived by thirteen great-grandchildren, and two great-great granddaughters.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to the Harlem Baptist Church Building Fund, 105 W. Milledgeville Road, Harlem, GA 30814.