I did not know Mr. Owens but being a Bible Student I do know what God promises at John 5:28 & 29 that there will be a time when we will be united with those loved ones who have fallen asleep in death, this certainly leave us with a measure of hope and esp. the scripture at Rev. 21: 3,4&5. I only hope that you have found comfort from God's word the Bible. Feel free to contact me.