Paul Edward Owens
February 6, 1967 ~ December 19, 2020
Paul Edward Owens (Age 53) of Vienna, Virginia died peacefully on Saturday, December 19, 2020, at Inova Fairfax Hospital.
Paul was “special” in so many ways: Helpful, caring, funny, loving, grateful and encouraging. He was quick to smile and bring a smile to all he met on his life’s journey. Paul always had a dance in his feet and a song in his heart. Paul brought immense love and joy to his family, friends, co-workers, and neighbors - all of whom consider themselves beyond blessed to experience life as seen through Paul’s eyes.
Paul began his special education at age five in Fairfax County, attending Joseph Willard Center, St. Coletta’s, Jefferson Academy, Villa Maria and Kilmer Center. He graduated in 1989 from George C. Marshall High School. Paul worked at Inova Fairfax Hospital for 23 years as an Environmental Services Aide, where he was respected for his accomplishments and championed by his supervisors, co-workers, and the hospital staff. Paul competed locally in Northern Virginia Special Olympics Area 26, where he enjoyed bowling and playing softball on the Lions Pride team and looked forward to the annual Golden Helmet game. Paul was a member of Our Lady of Good Council Church and Vienna Presbyterian Church. He was an active member of the VPC Friendship Club, where he went to Sunday school, played chimes for Easter and Christmas services, helped set up coffee for after church service community and on occasion served meals and cleaned up after special events
Paul was the loving son of his late parents W.R. and Dorothy Owens. He is survived by his sisters Rosetta Owens Virgilio (Marty) and Suzanne Owens Turner (Bruce) and his brothers Richard Owens (Kellie) and John Owens (Patricia). Paul also leaves behind his beloved nieces Annaleigh (Jacob) Langhorn, Jen Owens, Sidney Owens, Caroline Owens and nephews Warren Turner, Wade Owens and Evan Owens.
The family wishes to extend their gratitude to Inova Fairfax Hospital, where Paul was born, employed, and died; to Special Olympics Virginia Area 26; to the Washington Regional Transplant Community; and to all who supported Paul throughout the years.
A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, January 13 at 1:30 PM. Due to the current COVID-19 restrictions, this service will be extended to immediate family and invited guests only, but a Live Stream viewing will be available for those unable to attend in person at
https://livestream.com/accounts/10280716/events/3471138.
On-line condolences and fond memories of Paul may be expressed to the family at www.moneyandking.com. In lieu of flowers, donations in Paul’s memory may be made to the following organizations:
Special Olympics Virginia Area 26, 11350 Random Hills Road, C-140, Fairfax, VA 22030; 703-359-4301.
Inova Health System Foundation, 8110 Gatehouse Road, Suite 200 East, Falls Church, VA 22042; 703-289-2072.
Washington Regional Transplant Community, 3190 Fairview Park Drive, Suite 700, Falls Church, VA 22042; 703-641-0100.
Paul was “special” in so many ways: Helpful, caring, funny, loving, grateful and encouraging. He was quick to smile and bring a smile to all he met on his life’s journey. Paul always had a dance in his feet and a song in his heart. Paul brought immense love and joy to his family, friends, co-workers, and neighbors - all of whom consider themselves beyond blessed to experience life as seen through Paul’s eyes.
Paul began his special education at age five in Fairfax County, attending Joseph Willard Center, St. Coletta’s, Jefferson Academy, Villa Maria and Kilmer Center. He graduated in 1989 from George C. Marshall High School. Paul worked at Inova Fairfax Hospital for 23 years as an Environmental Services Aide, where he was respected for his accomplishments and championed by his supervisors, co-workers, and the hospital staff. Paul competed locally in Northern Virginia Special Olympics Area 26, where he enjoyed bowling and playing softball on the Lions Pride team and looked forward to the annual Golden Helmet game. Paul was a member of Our Lady of Good Council Church and Vienna Presbyterian Church. He was an active member of the VPC Friendship Club, where he went to Sunday school, played chimes for Easter and Christmas services, helped set up coffee for after church service community and on occasion served meals and cleaned up after special events
Paul was the loving son of his late parents W.R. and Dorothy Owens. He is survived by his sisters Rosetta Owens Virgilio (Marty) and Suzanne Owens Turner (Bruce) and his brothers Richard Owens (Kellie) and John Owens (Patricia). Paul also leaves behind his beloved nieces Annaleigh (Jacob) Langhorn, Jen Owens, Sidney Owens, Caroline Owens and nephews Warren Turner, Wade Owens and Evan Owens.
The family wishes to extend their gratitude to Inova Fairfax Hospital, where Paul was born, employed, and died; to Special Olympics Virginia Area 26; to the Washington Regional Transplant Community; and to all who supported Paul throughout the years.
A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, January 13 at 1:30 PM. Due to the current COVID-19 restrictions, this service will be extended to immediate family and invited guests only, but a Live Stream viewing will be available for those unable to attend in person at
https://livestream.com/accounts/10280716/events/3471138.
On-line condolences and fond memories of Paul may be expressed to the family at www.moneyandking.com. In lieu of flowers, donations in Paul’s memory may be made to the following organizations:
Special Olympics Virginia Area 26, 11350 Random Hills Road, C-140, Fairfax, VA 22030; 703-359-4301.
Inova Health System Foundation, 8110 Gatehouse Road, Suite 200 East, Falls Church, VA 22042; 703-289-2072.
Washington Regional Transplant Community, 3190 Fairview Park Drive, Suite 700, Falls Church, VA 22042; 703-641-0100.
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My brother Paul was a amazing person . He was a kind soul always happy and a people person . When he asked me everyday around 5:00 he would say how’s your friends and how was your day . Also every day he comment how nice the day was . What a warrior . We are grieving him ,but know that God has wrapped his arms around him and he will be reunited with his friends and family that have passed on before him . ???.He was everybody’s sunshine . ?☀️When you look up in the sky and see the Brightest star at night that’s a wink from him . Love you sweet and wonderful brother ! Suzanne
Oh, Suzanne, I’m so sorry to learn of your brother’s passing! My prayers for you and your family for comfort and strength! God bless! Sue Appel
I was so proud to claim the special NC/PA connection that Paul and I shared w/pride and love. Our faith lets us know that we will meet again. God is watching over you and yours during this trying time…I know, because I asked Him to xxxooo Therese Lutterloh
I volunteered on Tuesday afternoons in the Fairfax Heart and Vascular Center and Paul would often stick his head in in his way out, to see if we had any good treats to share! On a couple of occasions, he asked me to peel and cut up an apple for him. He, indeed, was a very special person and I am sorry for your loss. Jane Gwinn
Laura and I will miss Paul so much. He was a joy to be around. I always liked our talks during chime rehearsal or Sunday School. Laura was so happy to see that Paul also went to S. Coletta. May God bring his family comfort as they mourn his loss. He touched so many during his time here on earth and now he gets to sing with the angels up in heaven. Diane and Laura Weiss
Our family and the VPC Friendship Class family miss Paul dearly but are grateful to have traveled through part of life’s journey together.
Thinking of you and your whole family during this very sad time. Sending our love and condolences….
Paul Owens, Eternally Bound with Our Lord and Savior–GodSpeed!
This brief video clip is from July 2018. From VPC, the Friendship Class, Chimes, we will all miss Paul dearly.
Paul, You are an angel of light in this world.Thank you for shining so brightly, and radiating God’s love.
Trees are growing things. They are planted, they put down roots, then spread their branches to give joy to us all. In Memory of Paul Owens.
Paul could always put me in a good mood. He was a family friend whom I would see periodically either in Northern VA or at Sneads Ferry NC. Paul always was in a joyous mood, and would show kindness to all he met. He will be missed by all who knew him. I smile when I think of him. He is now in the arms of Jesus. He can now rest in heaven with his Mom and Dad. Paul was an angel in our presence, and I shall remember him always.
My Buddy / Ron Riley So many great times, so many memories. Always a smile and pleasant word. My buddy, my friend, will miss him dearly as will so many others!! Condolences
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Paul, you will be missed dearly and remembered fondly by many. The team will miss your positive attitude, curiosity and wonderful smile. We always looked forward to seeing you. May god continue to bless you and give comfort to those you leave behind. – Andrew Braumann
Paul, you had a wonderful happy spirit that brightened our hearts!
I remember the pride when he told his stories of the Special Olympics adventures. He always spoke with such pride about his Job. To a life well lived, God bless.
My condolences to the Owens family. As a Thursday INOVA Heart & Vascular Institute volunteer, I got to know Paul as he came by before he left for the day. My colleague, Bill Foster’s wife Thea, would make cookies for the volunteers. Every Thursday Paul would stop in and Bill would offer him some cookies. I would offer to wrap them in a paper towel so Paul could put them in his lunch box and take them home to eat later. Sometimes I’d see Paul sitting outside, waiting for his transportation, enjoying the cookies! My fellow volunteers, Antoine, Richard, Val and Bill would joke that Paul was more likely to stop by when there was a pretty girl to talk to! Paul brightened our afternoon with his smile and gratitude for Thea’s cookies! Paul was a shining star and I know he’s shining bright from heaven. Sincerely, Denise Baxter (INOVA H&VI volunteer)
So happy I had the honor of meeting you. You were such a sweet and humble soul and brought so much happiness to the people around you. God bless your sweet soul. Fondly, Michelle Abigail
We miss you
To the Owens families I am so sorry for your loss I know how Paul was special to each and every one of you and how you all took the time out of your busy lives to spend and share as much time with him as you could because you knew how special he was. Paul was so loved by each and every person he came into contact with. For I personally got the opportunity to spend some quality time with him as well. I will never forget our lunches we shared together and the dancing we did @ the Owens & Dove Christmas parties or the time you spent the night at our place and how you kept telling my husband @ the time that he couldn’t sleep in the same bed with me because you were my husband now, that was a memory my family still laughs about to this day. Paul I just want you to know you took a piece of my heart with you when you left us and I have a piece of yours I’ll cherish forever you were truly a great friend of mine. Rest in peace sweet angel until we meet again.
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Paul will be etched in our minds forever and should be an inspiration to us all. One of a kind and a truly special person. Bobby
“Paul Owens” will remain in our hearts forever.
When I see Those sneads ferry fish jumping And sit on that new bench I will sing our songs and your songs and think of the great times we shared together with my family too! I love you Paul Owens and always will you are my shining star forever ⭐️??♥️???love you to the moon . You sister Suzanne ♥️⭐️
Paul was my Buddy.My last memories were of Well,Me,Suzanne,and Paul talking on Tommys front porch steps while Pual was waiting for a chicken sandwich.I cracked a joke about Suzanne,and Paul started laughing,then we all laughed soooo hard.He was a very happy and funny guy,at least when he was down in Carolina.I”ll miss him Dearly and so will Well.See you later Paul. Bud Owens