Quinton "Big Q" Owens

ROCKY MOUNT – Quinton Lee Owens – “Big Q”, age 55, passed away on Saturday, December 21, 2024.  Born in Pitt County, NC on May 4, 1969, he was the son of the late Mac Arthur Williams and Emily Ricks.

Big Q was a man of many passions. He was an avid fisherman, spending countless hours on the ocean or a pond in pursuit of the perfect catch. A die-hard Cincinnati Bengals fan for his whole life, he could always be found cheering them on through thick and thin. He also enjoyed the thrill of NASCAR races and his all-time favorite driver, Kyle Busch. A master of the grill, he was known for his delicious grilled food that everyone loved.

Big Q had a unique way of expressing his affection through nicknames, giving everyone a special name, that stayed with them forever. He also had a lifelong love for 80s music, often found singing along to his favorite songs. Big Q will be remembered for his kind heart, infectious laughter, and the joy he brought to the lives of others.

Big Q is survived by his wife of 32 years, Milisa Thompkins Owens; his daughter, Nikki Evans-Owens, and wife Kelsey; his sons, Johnathan Page, and wife Amanda, and Steven Owens; his grandchildren, Jaden, Jacob, Carmen, Bentley, Chloe, Elena, Lukas, London, Bella, and a few more that call him Papa; his sister, Cathy O’Neal, and husband Marty; and his brother, Haywood Cogar, and wife Marcy.

A Celebration of Big Q’s Life will be held on Monday, December 23, 2024, at 6:00 PM in the Chapel of Johnson Funeral Home & Cremation Services with Rev. Sonny Griswold officiating. Visitation with the family will follow the service in the Parlor of Johnson Funeral Home.

Flowers are welcome.

Arrangements entrusted to Johnson Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 661 English Road, Rocky Mount, NC 27804.  You may share memories and condolences with the family by visiting www.johnsonfuneralsandcremations.com.