Owen W. Karnes Sr. Obituary
The passing of Owen W. Karnes Sr. of Brownstown, Illinois, born in Decatur, Illinois leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on August 17, 2024 at the age of 78. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
He was predeceased by: his mothers, Jeanie Ray "J. R." and Ruth N. Karnes (Starkey); his wife Macil Karnes; and his siblings, Joe Karnes, Elbert Karnes, Charles Karnes, Freida Yakel and Lorena Smith.
He is survived by: his children, Owen Karnes Jr. (Cathy) of St. Elmo, Lyle Karnes of Brownstown, Ray Karnes (Melissa) of St. Elmo, Larry Karnes of Brownstown, Jerry Karnes of Brownstown, Marla Krueger (Curt Rogers) of Beecher City, Marcie Smith (Jason) of Brownstown and Melody Morell (Brandon) of Brownstown; his brothers, Stanley Karnes (Rita) of Monticello, Russell Karnes (Betty) of Monticello, Ivan Karnes (Elaine) of St. Elmo, Donald Karnes of Shelbyville, Irvin Karnes (Wanda) of Tower Hill and Danny Karnes (Nancy) of Pana; and his grandchildren, Larry Michael Krueger and Lana Morell. He is also survived by 14 grandchildren and several great-grandchildren.
Memorials may go to the Pagel Funeral Homes to help with expenses or the donor's choice.
