Ethan Joe Owens, 21, of Aurora, Mo., passed away Thursday, March 12, 2026 at his home.

He was born April 26, 2004 in Aurora, Mo. the son of Denny and Patricia Joanne (Brown) Owens, who survive. 

Also surviving are his brothers, Denny Owens of Greenfield, Daniel Castaneda of Monett, Jacob Castaneda of Aurora, Shilo Owens of Aurora, Luize Castaneda of Monett, Alfrado Perez of Reeds Spring, and Brady Forrester of Reeds Spring; sister, Mya Owens and fiancé Kemperton Collins of Aurora; niece, Olivia Collins of Aurora and several aunts, uncles, cousins and other extended family.

He grew up and attended school in Aurora. He was employed by PlayPower, Incorporated in Monett, Mo. He was a member of Pleasant Ridge Baptist Church.

A celebration of life will be held at 1:00 P.M. Saturday, April 11, 2026 at Pleasant Ridge Baptist Church in Verona, Mo.. Brother Tony Martin will conduct the service. Cremation arrangements are under direction of Fohn Funeral Home in Cassville.