Delmar R. Owens, 80, of Cissna Park passed away on Wednesday, August 21, 2024 at Carle Foundation Hospital in Urbana. He was born at home on December 26, 1943 in McLean County, Illinois, a son of Glenn and Dorothy (Kelly) Owens. They preceded him in death, along with one brother, William Owens; one sister, Sally Jo Owens; and one granddaughter, Samantha Owens.

 

Delmar married Jean Blazier on December 28, 1964 in New Haven and she survives. They were looking forward to celebrating 60 years of marriage in December. Also surviving are one daughter, Ginger (Lance) Gibas-Cohen of North Palm Beach, Florida; one son, Del (AnneMarie Gallahue) Owens of Cissna Park; three grandchildren, Torrie (Tyler) Chambers, Kyle Owens, and Parker Owens; three great-grandchildren, Beckett, Hudson, and Wrenley Chambers; six siblings, DuWayne Owens, Dorothy Owens, Phyllis Leslie, Leon (Sarah) Owens, Lynn Owens, and Annetta Ross-Webber; and one sister-in-law, Judy Owens.

 

Delmar was an Ag Teacher for over 25 years having retired from Bradford, IL. He served as an FFA Advisor and 4-H Leader for many years. He enjoyed time spent being an Illinois State Fair Judge for many years. Delmar was a master gardener, beekeeper, and was recognized by the University of Illinois for his pollinator gardens. He also would tag Monarch Butterflies in the fall and even received many awards from the University of Illinois for this endeavor. Delmar loved to walk. He was especially proud of both of his children for having served in the military.

 

Visitation will be from 1:00 p.m. until the 3:00 p.m. funeral services on Sunday, August 25, 2024 at the Knapp Funeral Home in Cissna Park with Pastor Ashley Clifton officiating. Burial will follow in the Cissna Park Cemetery.

 

Memorials may be made to the Methodist Church in Cissna Park.

 

Please share a memory of Delmar at www.knappfuneralhomes.com.