Wiley Owens, Jr.'s Obituary
Mr. Wiley Owens, Jr., age 71, of Mableton died Tuesday, October 16, 2007.
Mr. Owens served in the U. S. Marines in the Korean War. He was an assistant Editor for the CBS News in New York City. He also was a writer with articles in newspapers, magazines and several novels. He owned the Champion Fitness Center in Robbins, NC and earned the titles of Mr. America, Mr. U.S.A and Grand Masters America. He was the track and Cross Country Coach at the Robbins High School and currently owned the Lee-Jay Detailing in Mableton.
He is survived by his wife, Claudette Owens
Sons, Michael Owens of Charlotte, NC
Jason Owens of Charlotte, NC
James Bond of Robbins, NC
Daryl Bond of Robbins, NC
Chris Rodgers of Milwaukee, WI
Daughters, Diane Owens of Columbia, SC
Yvette Owens of Smyrna
Twelve grandchildren and six great grandchildren.
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