Passed peacefully away in the company of his loving family at the Hoyles Escasoni on April 12, 2009, aged 68 years, Francis Patrick Owens. Predeceased by his parents Roderick and Rose; brothers Roderick Jr., Kevin, Anthony, Brendan; granddaughter Holly. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories his children Dan (Donna), Tina (Darren), Kelly (Ave) and Frankie (Christine); ex-wife Joan; brothers Leonard (Carol Ann), James (Genny), Brian, Michael (Lillian), Dennis (Brenda), Albert, Andrew (Donna); one sister Linda (John); sister-in-law Ann; five grandchildren Ashley, Meghan, Phillip, Lesley and Faith; one great-grandchild Nathan; also a large circle of relatives and friends. Resting at Carnell's Funeral Home on Freshwater Road on Tuesday, 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. Cremation will take place at Francis' request. Service will take place on Wednesday at the Carnell Memorial Chapel at 3:00 p.m. Interment to follow at Mt. Carmel Cemetery, where he will rest with his parents and brothers. Flowers gratefully accepted or donations can be made to Hoyles Escasoni. To send a message of condolence or to sign the memorial guest book, please visit www.carnells.com.