Wednesday, November 12, 2025 8:46 am

Paul Barkley Owens, age 58, of Shelby, who resided in Crouse, NC, passed away Sunday, November 2, 2025.

Paul was born August 12, 1967 in Rutherford County to Evelyn Laws Barkley who resides in Shelby and the late Douglas Eugene Owens. He was a master carpenter most of his life, having worked for several home manufacturing companies. Paul was a past member of Race Path Baptist Church and had attended Providence Baptist Church.

In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by a nephew, Johnathan Auton.

Besides his mother, Evelyn Barkley, those left to cherish his memory include his stepfather, John F. Barkley of Shelby; daughter, Katie Garaventa (Joseph) of Marion; sister, Angela Barkley Auton (Wayne) of Crouse; stepsister, Crystal Owens of Rutherford County; grandchildren, Kylee and Johnathan Osborne and many cousins.

A memorial service was held November 8 at Harrelson Funeral Chapel.

An online guest registry is available at www.harrelsonfuneralhome.com

Harrelson Funeral and Cremation Services is serving the family.