Albert F. Owens

Albert F. Owens, 92, of South Sioux City, NE passed away on Saturday, October 7, 2017 at home while surrounded by his loved ones.Services will be at 10:30 A.M. on Wednesday, October 11, 2017 at Mohr Funeral Home in South Sioux City, NE with Father Paul Albenesius officiating. Burial will be in St. Michael's Cemetery in South Sioux City, NE. Visitation will begin one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.Albert was born in Jefferson, SD, son of George and Elizabeth Owens. He lived in South Sioux City his entire life where he and his wife, Earlyne raised their family. They were united in marriage on December 28, 1948. Together they raised 7 children.Albert was a hard worker his whole life, but he especially enjoyed junking, gardening and his livestock. He loved to attend any kind of auctions, which he mainly did with his grandson, Shane Stapleton.He was a lifetime member of St. Michael's Catholic Church in South Sioux City, NE.He is survived by his son, Mike Owens of South Sioux City, NE; daughters, Pauline Ehlers of Dakota City, NE, Pam (Dan) Unkel of North Sioux City, SD; Peggy Teager of South Sioux City, NE and Sue (Kevin) Hansen of Hubbard, NE; 17 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Earlyne; sons, Rick and Steve Owens; and numerous brothers and sisters.