William Perry Owings, age 70, passed away Friday, December 16, 2016. He was preceded in death by his father, Bill D. Owings. He is survived by his wife Paula; mother, Lourine Bridges; sister, Debbie (Richard) Downs; stepson, Lyn Prince; three nephews; five nieces; four great nephews and four great nieces. A memorial service will be held Monday, December 19, 2016 at 1:00 p.m. at Valley Grande Baptist Church, with Rev. Clarke Skelton and Rev. Terry Johnson officiating.