She was born in Barling, Arkansas, lived in St Louis area with her late husband Robert Owens until 1997, when she moved to Las Vegas.
She leaves behind her husband John Grabowski; four children; Terry Harlan, Jane James, and Steve and Tim De Ghelder; six grandchildren and three great-grandchildren; her brother Paul Becker, and sisters Betsy Montgomery, Jane Sanderlin, and Kathy Hogan.
Irene was a strong and faithful woman, companion, and friend who had zest for life, which led her to often use the phrase, " I Am The Most Blessed Person in Vegas". She enjoyed playing bridge, church activities, and the lifestyle and amenities offered by living in Las Vegas. Her special devotion to the Virgin Mary lead her to make five trips to Yugoslavia, the site of the Virgin Mary's apparition and The Queen of Peace Memorial at Medjugorje.
Her funeral mass service is planned on Wednesday, March 8, 2023 at 10:30 a.m. (eulogies) mass at 11a.m. at St Elizabeth Ann Seton Roman Catholic Church. 1811 Pueblo Vista Drive, Las Vegas, NV 89128.
Private burial will be at the Southern Nevada Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Boulder City, NV on March 9th.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St Elizabeth Ann Seton at the above address or in the links bellow.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.palmcheyenne.com for the Owens family.