Lydia Ann Owens

Lydia was born on February 12, 1934 in Newton Kansas, to James and Rosie Coleman. She lived much of her life in Kansas but lived her later life in Gilbert, Arizona.

Lydia was one of thirteen children. She was known for her strong sense of family which she passed on to her children and grandchildren and even her great grandchildren. She raised five children mostly on her own. She was determined, stubborn, funny, bossy, and sometimes a real pain in the butt. But she was also the strongest woman we have ever known that loved her family with unwavering dedication.

Her intense love of animals has influenced her entire family and forged many animal advocates who will continue her legacy of compassion.

Preceded in joining the Lord: Mother & Father, James and Rosie Coleman, Husband- Homer Owens.Sisters-Minnie Porter, Betty, Lela Mae Coleman, Gladys Cummings; Brothers- Bob Coleman, Carl Coleman, Cliff Coleman, Art Coleman, Harold Coleman, Kenny Coleman, Ralph Coleman

Survived by: daughters Cynthia Prockish, Polly Dodson, Kay Large and Tina Huntley, and son Bryon Huntley. grandchildren Michelle McMains, Randall Prockish, Denise Huber, Kevin Miller, Joshua Dodson, Jordan Huntley.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you make a donation to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital in Lydia’s name, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, Tenn., 38105 or at https://www.stjude.org