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Larry A. Owens, 73

January 03, 2023

Larry A. Owens, 73, of Mountville, passed away on Tuesday, January 3, 2023 at his home.
He was the husband of Cynthia Cox Owens, with whom he shared 54 years of marriage this past November 9th. Born in Reading, he was the son of the late Arvel and Ethel Yenser Owens.
Larry retired after 25 years with the Digital Equipment Corporation as a Field Service Technician. Larry then retired after 20 years with Franklin & Marshall College where he worked as a System Manager and Network Engineer.
He was an outdoorsman, enjoying hunting and fishing. He was an avid railroad fan, enjoyed biking on the rail trails with his family and loved his time with his dogs. Larry served as a videographer for Hempfield High School football and Franklin & Marshall football programs. Very active in his community, Larry coached baseball at every level through the Legion leagues in the Mount Joy, Hempfield, and Mountville communities.
In addition to his wife, Cynthia, he is survived by his sons: Stephen M. married to Susan Owens of Millersville, Jeffrey T. married to Patrice Owens living in Omaha, NE, and Daniel P. married to Jayme Oberholtzer of Mount Gretna, PA; his nine grandchildren: Karissa and Drew, Garrett, Nathan, Alysse and Kenny, Jonas, Sidney, and Scarlett; as well as his siblings: Patrick, Barry, Eileen, Stacy, and Sharon.
There will be a celebration of Larry’s life held at the Charles F. Snyder III Funeral Home & Crematory, 2421 Willow Street Pike, Willow Street, PA on Saturday, January 14, 2023 at 3PM. His family will receive friends from 2-3PM. In lieu of flowers, please make contributions in Larry’s memory to the Mid-Atlantic German Shepherd Rescue (https://magsr.org/) or the Reading Company Technical and Historical Society (http://www.readingrailroad.org).

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January 11, 2023

On January 3, I lost Larry, my brother-in-law and best friend. I feel blessed to have had his friendship and a close relationship with his beautiful family.  For the past few days, I have been recalling all the fun times Larry and I had while attending our sons’ baseball and football games. Larry also introduced me to rail trails, and we began to ride our bikes all over the trails in Pennsylvania. Because Larry was a railroad enthusiast, he shared with me his knowledge of the structure and operation of steam locomotives. We chased those locomotives, taking photos and sometimes rides. 

About 20 years ago, the Owens, Cox and Mathues families began taking trips to explore portions of the United States. The six of us—Larry, Cindy, Bill, Rosemary, Kathy and I—have wonderful memories of our vacations together.  

Now Larry has gone to his heavenly home. I will forever be thankful to God for the blessing of his friendship.  

 

January 09, 2023

Larry was my cousin, but we never really knew each other. My parents were Ike & Bessie. But I am sorry for your loss. He sounded like an extraordinary man. My thoughts and prayers are with your family! 

January 09, 2023

We were so very sorry to learn of Larry’s passing.  Larry was a very helpful neighbor, kindly helping us with any request we made.  We send our deepest sympathy to Cindy and family, thankful we had the privilege of knowing your dear husband, father and grandfather.  Ty and Joani Greiner, Prescott Valley, AZ

Services
Saturday, January 14, 2023
Charles F. Snyder III Funeral Home and Crematory
2421 Willow Street Pike
Willow Street, pa 17584
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