Sam Owens, 59 of Brookport, IL, passed away on Sunday, July 23, 2023. He was born August 8, 1963 in Athens, Alabama to Ruby and Truman (Butler) Owens.

Sam was a towboat engineer for many years. He enjoyed working on lawnmowers and four-wheelers.

Sam is survived by his daughter, Samantha Owens; five grandchildren, Michael Cruz Owens, Kasen Hale, Westin Hale, Zoey Bray and Olivia Owens; sisters, Vickie Goode (Sam), Cindy Mulder (Dave), and Judy Lyles (Buddy); brother, Raymond Owens; several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; son, Michael Owens; siblings, Jeannie Owens, Arthur Owens, Truman Owens, Dale Owens, and Steve Owens.

A visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, July 25, 2023 at the Loftus-McManus Brookport Funeral Home.

Online condolences may be left for the family at www.aikinsfarmer-millerfh.com.