Barry Ray Owens

Barry Ray Owens, 54, of Noblesville, passed away on Saturday, August 29, 2015 at his home with his wife and brother at his side. He was born on November 13, 1960 to Kenneth Baker and Nita Owens in Albany, Kentucky.
Barry was a 1979 graduate of Noblesville High School, joining the United States Army months before graduation. He spent the next 11 years serving our country and living around the world, his favorite post being Germany. Barry loved the military, and rejoined the Indiana Army National Guard, becoming a Staff Sgt. before his death. His civilian job of over 20 years was with Perfecto Manufacturing as a glass washer.
Barry spent the last 22 years with his wife and love of his life, Tamara Wallace Owens. Together they raised five of six children who were the joys of his life. Barry was also an overindulgent Pop-Pop to his 12 grandchildren.
In 1997, at Calvary Baptist Church in Noblesville, Barry fully dedicated his life to Christ and never looked back. Anyone who knew him felt the Holy Spirit in him. Even during his illness from Esophageal Cancer, Barry walked through Noblesville witnessing to people and inviting them to church. His goal was to reach 1000 souls before he passed. Barry never felt fear from the day of his diagnosis until his death. He accepted his cancer, and followed the will of God. Barry was an inspiration to all who knew him, earning the name "Superman". He played a very active role in his illness and care. Barry chose how, where, and with whom he would pass, doing it his way. He requested his wife be his primary caregiver, and passed away in her arms with his twin, Gary, present.
An incredible family man, Barry kept everyone's spirits up by giving reassurance that he would see them again. He took the time to make mementos of himself for his grandchildren and children, and even filled a glass jar with 365 love notes to be given to Tammy after his passing. Barry felt it a blessing that he was given enough time to make sure those he loved knew he loved them.
He is survived by his wife, Tamera Owens; children, Joshua, Jessica (Nick Ross), Jeremy (Kayla Ross), Tyler, Jeanette, and Brandon; grandchildren, Keagan, Brooklyn, Emma, Arreona, Vincent, Micah, Issabella, Gabriella, Roselynn, Jocelynn, Samantha, and Owen; mother, Nita Owens; twin brother, Gary K. Owens (Tina Reddick); six half-brothers; one sister; very special half-brother, Kermit (Tonda Baker); and mother-in-law, Sherley McAdams Wallace.
In addition to his father, Kenneth Baker, Barry was preceded in death by his uncle, JT Owens.
The family would like to thank: Perfecto Manufacturing employees, American Legion Riders, American Legion Post 45, VFW, Indiana National Guard, SFC Jess Bradbury, Dr. Kenneth Kesler, Pastor Richard D. Bell, and Noblesville Baptist Church, where he was a member.
Services will be held at 11:00 am on Friday, September 4, 2015, at Noblesville Baptist Church, 1338 E Pleasant Street, in Noblesville, with Pastor Seth Leeman and Rev. Richard D. Bell officiating. Visitation will be Thursday, September 3, 2015 from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Randall & Roberts Funeral Home, 1150 Logan Street, Noblesville. Burial will be at Crownland Cemetery in Noblesville.
In lieu of flowers, his family requests donations be made to Randall & Roberts Funeral Home for services in memory of Barry Ray Owens.