Fern Owens

Fern Dawn Beckelheimer Owens, 43, passed away unexpectedly on November 30, 2025. Born on July 14, 1982, Fern grew up in Trenton, where she attended Trenton Elementary, Middle and High School. Throughout her life, Fern was known for her sweet spirit, compassionate heart, and unwavering kindness toward everyone she met.

Fern had a deep love for the Lord and found joy in sharing her faith with others. She dedicated much of her time to supporting ministries and helping families in need around the world. Her generosity, gentle nature, and willingness to serve made her a source of comfort and strength to many. Above all, Fern loved her family dearly. She cherished every moment with them and built her life around lifting those she cared for. Her warmth, faith, and selfless love will be deeply missed and forever remembered by all who knew her.

Fern spent her life as a devoted stay-at-home mom, pouring her heart into a loving home for her family. She fiercely and beautifully loved those closest to her, especially her daughter Kayla, who was the absolute center of her world. Kayla was her greatest joy, her proudest accomplishment, and the person she loved more than anything in this life.

Fern is preceded in death by her parents, Stephen and Maritta Beckelheimer; her grandfather Charles Beckelheimer; her grandmother, Mae Beckelheimer; her “Opa” Walter Dickes, and her “Oma” Martha Dickes.

Fern is survived by her daughter, Kayla Owens; and sister Eve Beckelheimer.

A funeral service to honor Fern will be held on Wednesday, December 10, 2025, at Watson-Milton Funeral Home, at 1:00 PM. Family invites friends to gather for a visitation beginning one hour prior at the funeral home, at 12:00 PM. Immediately after services, Fern will be laid to rest at Bethel Baptist Church Cemetery.

Arrangements are under the care and direction of Watson-Milton Funeral Home, Trenton. www.WatsonMilton.com (352) 463-8888