Faye H. Owens

Faye H. Owens, 84, of Houston, MN, passed away on Monday, December 1, 2025, at her home.

Faye was born on June 10, 1941, in La Crosse, WI, to Homer and Florence (Manion) Stelplugh. Faye grew up on the family farm in Looney Valley, MN. This fostered her love of horses, animals and the outdoors. She attended Lower Looney Valley Country School through the 8th grade and went on to graduate from Houston High School in 1958. Faye married Jon Owens, and from this union 3 sons, Christopher, Craig, and Stuart were born. The two later divorced. Faye’s adventurous spirit led her to get her private pilot’s license, playing bass in the family Blue Grass band, and countless hours spent trapshooting. When she was not on an adventure, she would spend countless quiet hours lost in a book. Family was her true passion; she loved them more than they will ever know. Her love extended into the community, as she was affectionately known as Grandma Faye.

Faye is survived by her Sons; Chris of Peoria, AZ, Craig (Kathy) of Montgomery, MN, Stuart (Lori VanGundy) of Houston, MN, grandchildren; Weston, Hannah, Ashley, Dylan, many great grandchildren, Sister in-law; Jean Stelplugh, special friends; Roger Lorenzen, Sue Laska, Ex daughter in-law; Mara Owens, and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, siblings; Shirley VanGundy, Robert Stelplugh, and grandson; Ethan.

Faye’s family would like to extend a special thank you to St. Croix Hospice, for their wonderful care, support and friendship to Faye and her family during this difficult time.

Service will be livestreamed. Please follow the link below to watch remotely.

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