" He was so brilliant. On this one boy, God lavished so many talents that he could have enriched the world."
From the first moment we met Owen, we knew he was a special boy, he brought so much joy, love , kindness and light to our lives. We alway used to say he was the "Heart of the family."
As a baby, Owen was a happy and easy going. He constantly had a dimpled smile on his face. Owen and his sister Saige were simply inseparable, they were always together, shared a room, made up games and created memories like carpet picnics with their teddies and played together constantly.
As a young boy, Owen loved adventuring, catching snakes and doing anything outside with his family like shed hunting, quading and fishing. Owen did every sport under the sun like swimming, speed skating, pond hockey, archery, baseball, soccer, and karate.
Owen was quite small but during his early high school years he grew very quickly and became a tall, young man who was very capable in so many areas, he became a jack of all trades.
Owen continued to be so kind and considerate for all people he knew. Owen always played with his younger cousins, helped his grandpapa in his backyard, loved making pepperoni with his grandpa, did all sorts of jobs for his uncle like picking up hundreds of screws and was friends will all groups in school.
For his family, Owen brought joyful banter, giggles and hilarious pestering. For his dad, he was a best friend, a buddy, a partner and his other half. For Saige, he brought unconditional love, a sounding board, and a best friend. For his mom, he was her love, her pride and her joy. Owen was a son, a brother, a grandchild, a nephew, a cousin, and a friend. He was the best of us!
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Remembering Owen
Owen’s sweet, dimpled smile had a way of lighting up every room he’d walk into. His big warm hugs were the type that made you want to hold on just a little bit longer. His kind heart had a way of making everyone feel like they truly mattered. I hope you and Grand-papa are playing lots of crib up there! Miss you forever buddy 🩵
Lettre de Grand-Maman a Owen
LETTRE DE GRAND-MAMAN À OWEN Cher Owen…que j’aime trop! Ton existence terrestre s’est terminé trop tôt, mais comme une étoile ne meurt pas vraiment, tu es toujours le petit-fils un peu bouffon mais exceptionnel vivant dans mon cœur de grand-maman. Même si j’essaie, je ne te trouve aucun défaut. Je ne me souviens que de ton sourire contagieux, tes grosses caresses, ta bonté et ta patience, toujours prêt à aider quelqu’un dans le besoin. Toujours reconnaissant et plein d’égard pour les autres. Je pense à toi tous les jours. J’imagine que tu viens me voir. J’ai toujours ma liste de tâches à faire: nettoyer la cage des oiseaux, affiler les couteaux, travailler au jardin, ramasser les tomates rouges que grand-papa Louis a oublié, transporter ce qui est trop lourd pour moi, et j’en passe…. Si tu as toujours le même appétit, je te ferai des crêpes que tu aimes tant avec du Nutella et des bananes, pour t’entendre me dire encore, je t’aime toi et tes crêpes. On pourra jouer aux cartes, mais sans tricher comme grand-papa Louis essayait de t’apprendre. Avant de retourner dans ton ciel avec grand-papa Louis, tu me répéteras ces mots qui font fondre le cœur de grand-maman Gaby: « je t’aime trop ». De grand-maman Grand-Maman'S LETTER TO OWEN Dear Owen…whom I love so much! Your earthly life ended far too soon, but like a star that never truly dies, you remain the slightly goofy but exceptional grandson living on in my Grand-maman's heart. Even if I try, I can't find a single flaw in you. I only remember your contagious smile, your big hugs, your kindness and patience, always ready to help someone in need, always grateful and considerate of others. I think of you every day. I imagine you come to see me. I always have my to-do list: filling the birdfeeder, sharpening the knives, working in the garden, picking the red tomatoes that Grand-papa Louis forgot, carrying things that are too heavy for me, and so on. If you still have the same appetite, I'll make you the crepes you love so much, with Nutella and bananas, so I can hear you say again, "I love you and your crepes." We can play cards, but without cheating, like Grand-papa tried to teach you. Before you return to heaven with Grand-papa, you will repeat to me these words that melt Grand-maman heart: "I love you so much." From Grand-maman
From Uncle Loulou
One moment that captures Owen perfectly happened after we had just finished building a big grain bin. The ground was littered with screws, and to avoid flat tires, I jokingly offered him a dollar for every screw he picked up. What started as a simple task turned into something more. Owen stayed out there for hours, patiently combing the ground, completely focused. He filled an entire ice cream pail with screws. There were so many that counting them didn’t make sense anymore — we ended up weighing them instead. That was Owen. When he was given a job, no matter how small it seemed, he gave it his full effort.
Remembering Owen
He was the kind of boy who made the world feel gentler just by being in it. Always kind, always helpful, and endlessly considerate, he had a quiet way of showing up for others that never asked for attention or praise. He was up for anything—ready for adventure, laughter, and new experiences—but just as willing to stay back, keep someone company, or lend a hand with whatever needed to be done. He noticed people. He cared. Whether through small acts of kindness or steady, thoughtful presence, he made others feel seen and supported. His generosity of spirit and open heart left a mark far greater than he ever realized. He is deeply missed—more than words can express—and lovingly remembered for the warmth, compassion, and goodness he shared so freely. Though his time was far too short, the love he gave and the lives he touched will remain with us always.
Remembering Owen
My dear Owen, You were such a kind and compassionate soul, always thinking of others, always bringing light into the lives around you. Your laughter, your gentle heart, and the way you cared for people will never be forgotten. Looking back, you were quite the character. From your knowledge of interesting facts, to your party tricks to your acts of kindness your presence made a difference in this world. When your mom and dad went to Missy wedding we babysat you and Saige. The first thing Saige told us was you have to watch him like a hawk. You were the easiest kid ever. Ate everything in front of you with appetite, went to bed so easily, and always happy. To this day I refer to your great eating habits. Both of you were a joy to have. We had the privilege to go on a fishing trip with your family. Best trip ever! You kids were playing outside and you accidentally fell and cut your hand on glass. You definitely needed stitches. Your mom and I brought you to the nearest hospital two hours away in Meadow Lake. The hospital staff were dazzled with your charm, you had the royal treatment. You were certainly braver than your mom and I. We wanted to pass out and you were looking at every thing the doctor was doing. Happy birthday Owen, you will always be our shining star and guardian angel! Je t’aimerai toujours mon beau Owen! xo
Happy heavenly birthday Owen
One of my favorite memory’s with Owen is when we got my truck stuck at the tipi and had to walk back home to the farm. I was panicking but Owen didn’t see this as a problem instead, an adventure. The walk took us a couple hours to complete because we had to check all the ditches for snakes! Owen was very happy trekking through the tall grass in the ditches looking for snakes. Not one complaint of “I’m tired”or “how much further” from him the entire time. He found one and carried it home. I miss you lots Owen. 🤝
Happy birthday Owen!!
Happy heavenly birthday dear Owen!! Even though I didn’t get the honor of meeting you on earth, I’m so grateful to know your beautiful mom who has shared so many sweet stories about you, and how your smile lights up a room!! Seeing all the beautiful pictures posted here, and reading all the special stories and memories, I know you are so loved and so missed every second of every day. I hope you are doing all your favorite things on your special 21st birthday….fishing, hunting and adding to your collection of “sheds”. Hopefully you sent some feathers and flamingoes to your mama today too. She loves those sweet “hellos” from you!!! 🪶🦩🪶🦩Happy happy birthday dear Owen!!
Happy heavenly birthday Owen!
We miss you every single day Owen! As you shine your light on us I hope you see and feel how much we all love you. Tyler always talks about you when he is filleting fish at our gross table at the lake where you both spent a lot of time in the summer. You and Grandpapa take good care of each other and I will do my best here to take care and be there for your mom, your dad and your sister!
Happy heavenly birthday Owen
One of my favourite memories with Owen was a family fishing trip at Keeley lake. I remember playing some sort of game in the bush, when Owen cut his hand on a piece of glass. After an evening at emerge with him mom and moumou, Owen was right back fishing with his unforgettable dimpled smile across his face. One evening at bear trap lake Owen attempted to barefoot off the side of the boat, his swim trunks slid right off. That didn’t slow him down any as he swam to his trunks and gave it another try! Love you forever and think of you often Owen.
Happy Heavenly Birthday Owen
Happy Heavenly 21st Birthday, Owen! I wish I could have met you in person. Instead I continue hearing lots of Owen stories and getting a glimpse of what an awesome person you are! It's an honour to know your mom and the beautiful person she is! Hope my Mum is celebrating with you!
Happy Birthday Owen!
When I think of Owen, I think of strength and security. He had a way of making everyone feel welcome, loved, and truly heard, just by being himself. There’s a moment that always comes back to me: I can’t remember exactly where we were, only that there was a grand piano we had been playing with. When we were finished, there was a heavy cover meant to slide back over the keys, and no matter how hard I tried, I couldn’t figure it out. I was getting frustrated and finally said, “It’s okay, Owen, we’ll just leave it.” Owen didn’t respond with words. Instead, he quietly sat down beside me, calmly inspected the piano, and closed it with complete ease. Then he looked up at me and gave me one of his crooked smiles. I remember thinking, what a clever, patient boy you are. In the winter of 2020, Steph and I went to visit the Peters in Lloyd one weekend. Overnight, a terrible blizzard rolled in, leaving snow and ice everywhere. Without being asked, Owen slipped outside on his own and shoveled and cleared our cars for us. That was just who he was—kind, thoughtful, and such a gentleman. One of my very favorite memories of Owen, though, was his famous party tricks. My personal favorite was when he would jump on one foot, suck in those little nostrils, spin around, and make a machine-gun noise—all at the same time. I don’t know anyone to this day who can do that. Now, whenever my daughter learns a new skill or discovers something new, we call them “party tricks” in honor of our Owen. Happy 21st birthday, Owen. I love you, and we miss you every single day. Thank you for making the stars shine so bright for us ✨
Our Owen* such a wonderful part of our families life, He will always be in our hearts!
As a little guy Owen had so many cute little sayings which we still use every day. He was such a fun, caring cousin, we loved watching him make fun memories with all the cousins. Owen was the Best Grandson ever...he showed us so much love and affection. Owen was always trying to think of ways to get ahead of grampa Ger, and was so pleased when he could come out on top of the banter. Owen will always and forever be in our hearts.
Owen the cousin #4
An unforgettable memory about Owen and his cousins...was one time in Scepter, we woke up one morning, the kids had been awake before the parents, hanging out with Grandpa and Grandma. We walk in to the living room and here is Grandpa on his recliner with Saige, Owen, Annika and Talia - all on one chair, watching Death Row! THE most inappropriate show EVER.... but man .. those kids were CONTENT! They were with their beloved Grandpa! That memory comes flooding back every time I watch any kind of prison show...
Owen the Best Son!
How do I describe how we miss him? It isn't possible.. He was the Love of our Lives and the Best Son we could have asked for ! He was so good, so kind, so loving, so helpful, so significant in our lives. He brought laughter, love, humor and fun everywhere he went. It is my life's mission to remember him, honor him, to say his name, to speak about his beautiful life and how he lived, he deserves this... he was good and brought LIGHT to the world. If you are reading this.. help me with this mission. Help keep his memory alive. We will love you always my boy, in this life and the next...
Owen the Grandson
There was nothing but LOVE when it came to how Owen felt about his grandparents. He would say to Grandmaman " je t'aime trop", he couldn't wait to do any job for his grand-papa, especially check if there any new tomatoes to eat and have a good competitive game of crib! ! He would banter with Grandpa and couldn't wait to call him "old man" and take a shot at him. Owen was especially happy to call Grandma "sweety Grandma" within Grandpa's ear shot and devour any food that "sweetie grandma" would make!
Owen the Nephew
Every Aunt and Uncle of Owen ... guaranteed you were on "his favorite person" list!!! All of you! He loved you all! Thank you for helping to shape him into the fine man he became!
Owen The Brother #3
If Saige and Owen were together, they were fine. One time we went ice fishing and they wanted some time alone away from their parents, so they went on a walk together on the ice in the middle of nowhere... finally a skidooer spotted them and asked if they were ok.. they said "Of Course, we just wanted a break from our parents." They continued on their way.. happy as clams, as long as they were together!
Owen The Brother #2
Before going to bed every night he would go into Saige's room and say..." I love to the moon and back, you are the best sister in the universe.."
Owen the Shed Hunter
Did you know that a deer shed as a special significance? The spiritual meaning of a deer antlers is that they signify strength, determination, alertness and protection. Deer antlers symbolize a connection to the natural world... It is no wonder he loved his deer antlers. After Owen passed, I found out that he had given antlers as gifts to many people without my knowledge. He was so incredibly kind, thoughtful and generous..
Owen the Cousin #3
Remember his smile, his easy going nature, his goofy laugh...
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