Birth date: Dec 5, 1950 Death date: Feb 21, 2024
Pat S. Owens of Longview, Texas, passed away on February 21, 2024. A memorial service will be held at Mobberly Baptist Church-The Crossing on Monday, February 26, 2024, at 11:00 AM with a time of visitation prior to the service st Read Obituary
On behalf of the ETX Council of Govts' Public Safety Division, Stephanie Heffner Director, Donetta Miller & I wish to offer our MOST Sincere Condolences to ALL Pat's Nearest & Dearest, during this time.
Losing Bro. Pat is especially hard on me, personally. My late, great ole Daddy was 1 of the founders of the E'ville/L'port VFD in 1967. In the late '70s - early '80s, I was at L'view PD, & we met when he joined LFD. I "skipped the country" for more than 20 yrs., but, was THRILLED to find Pat as Fire Chief.
What Jack & others have said here is absolutely TRUE. Truly dedicated & devoted Public Servants who were Chosen & Called are running fewer & further between these days, despite being in such a "Sacred Space" as E. TX.
Nevertheless, the stories I could tell of crazy spots I put him in over our last 17 years as Co-Servants, are too many & funny to tell.
When he called, forewarning me that he was set to retire, I was in genuine denial, as I can't imagine living without 1 of my 2 "Best Buds". BUT, I got a "glimpse" at the MASSIVE & AMAZING Welcome he received in Heaven & decided to stop feeling sorry for myself & Rejoice for him.
I PRAY this may be SOME Kind of Comfort, Strength &/or Encouragement or Assurance for any other(s).
Blessings Abundant!
Bev Brooks
Public Safety - Criminal Justice, ETCoG
I had the privilege of working with Chief Owens (Pat) at the Longview Fire Department (EMS) when I was a Paramedic Supervisor, and he was a Lieutenant at Station # 3, prior to me going to Kilgore College as a coordinator-instructor and on to the Longview Police Department. It was also great times which we had instructing at the East Texas Industrial Fire School at Texas Eastman Corp. every October.
Pat was a man who was one of the most dedicated individuals in the Fire Service that I have ever known. His quick wit, friendliness and fellowship defined him well.
He was also highly known as one of the earlier developers of the Lakeport-Elderville Fire-Rescue Department, which made a huge difference in serving the Lakeport and Elderville communities while he was its Fire Chief. He was a strong proponent of Fire Service training, and believed in a dedicated and well-trained Fire Company.
Chief Owens will never be forgotten, and he certainly left us a legacy. God Speed Chief Pat Owens.
Pat and I rode a many a mile together on our motorcycles. We had lots of fun and made many memories together. At one time we were both members of the East Texas BMW Motorcycle Club. I always looked forward to seeing him at the Texas A&M Fire School every Summer. Go ride the Roads of Gold Brother. We shall Ride Together Again.
RIP,
Thanks, Bob Smith
Carthage Fire Department
Pat and my husband, Byron, have worked together close to 40 years at Longview Fire Department Station 3 and at Elderville Fire Department. We spoke with Pat a couple of weeks ago after Byron got out of the hospital. They share many memories. We will continue to pray for Andrea and his family.
Byron and Carlette Mills
Mr. Owens put many fires out over the years on our Ranch. He was usually first on the seen coordinating the fight to extinguish those fires. He NEVER backed up!
We are so sorry over the loss of Pat! We send our prayers to his entire family.
Gary and Janice Pirkey
