Stephen Craig Owens

Stephen Craig Owens of Clarks Green died Monday at his home. His wife is the former Nancy Wilson. The couple was married in 1978.

Born in Dover, Del., son of the late Robert Groff and Clara Fidler Owens, he was a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Clarks Summit. He was previously employed as the division manager for Sears, as well with Mesko Glass and the Inn at Nichols Village in the past.

A man of Christian faith, he was deeply involved with his church as a former deacon, elder and Sunday School teacher. To the glory of God, he enjoyed singing with the adult choir, ringing in the bell choir and playing the euphonium in various worship settings. He also participated in the Robert Dale Chorale.

Also surviving are a son, Thomas Craig Owens, Chapel Hill, N.C.; a daughter, Rebecca Ann Owens, Wilmington, Del.; two brothers, David Robert Owens and his wife, JoAnn, Helena, Ark.; and Ralph William Owens and his wife, Connie, Schwenksville, Pa.; an uncle, Larch Fidler and his wife, Beryl; four nephews, Dillon, Jeremy, Trevor and Nathan; and a niece, Amber.

The funeral will be Friday at 11 a.m. from the First Presbyterian Church of Clarks Summit, 300 School St., with services by the Rev. William Carter, pastor.

Friends may call Thursday from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Lawrence E. Young Funeral Home, 418 S. State St., Clarks Summit. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the First Presbyterian Church.