Ronald “Ronnie” Paul Owens, age 87 of Bolivar, MO, passed away Tuesday, August 2, 2022, at Citizens Memorial Healthcare Facility Bolivar, MO.  He was born February 8, 1935, to Otis and Margaret Arizona (Johnson) Owens.  He was united in marriage to Donna Sharpensteen March 8, 1960, and to this union two daughters were born.  He was a member of the Berean Baptist Church Bolivar, MO.

          He was a business owner in sanitation for many years before his retirement.  He also was a cattle farmer throughout most of his adult life.  He enjoyed horseback riding, being outside, and riding his tractor, but most of all he loved his family.

          He is preceded in death by his parents; his siblings: Lucille, Jim, Donnie, and Jack.

          Ronnie is survived by his wife of 62 years Donna; his daughters: Linda Alexander and husband Kyle, and Lisa Peacock and husband Jim all of Bolivar, MO; five grandchildren: Barrett Alexander and wife Alizabeth, Bradley Alexander, Brice Alexander and wife Paige, Kayla Peacock, and James Peacock; five great grandchildren: Turner, Maddyson, Braxtin, Colt, and Kinlee; one sister Norma Walker; as well as several other relatives and friends.

          Graveside services will be held at 3:00 pm Saturday, August 6, 2022, at Pleasant Hope Cemetery.  Online condolences may be made at: www.greenlawnfuneralhome.com.  Arrangements have been entrusted to Pitts Chapel Bolivar, MO.