Owen R. Ziegler
Owen R. Ziegler was born on March 18, 1933, to Rueben and Mary Ziegler in Rehrersburg, PA. He was the second youngest of eleven children. He met his high school sweetheart LuluBelle, and they married in 1953. They had four children: Deborah J., Rodney O., Lorna K., and Brian L. (dec.).
After living on the Ziegler Farmstead in Bethel, PA, they moved to Philadelphia where Owen was a driver and driving instructor for Continental Trailways bus company for many years. Owen drove over a million miles in his driving career with Trailways, tractor trailers and finally as a corporate chauffeur.
Owen was known as a husband, Dad, Daddy, Pop, Pop Pop, as well as a brother, uncle, and friend. He was known for having endless stories to tell anyone in his presence.
Beyond the love of his life, LuluBelle, he loved his family without question. If someone needed anything fixed, Owen was always ready to lend a hand. He also enjoyed jigsaw puzzles and tending to his lawn and roses.
Owen is survived by his wife, LuluBelle, children: Deborah J. (Joseph, dec.), Rodney O., Lorna K. (Arthur), six grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren, a sister: Ruth Patterson and many nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by a son: Brian L. (Denise -dec.), a grandson: Jeremy and sisters: Viola, Verna, Mildred, and brothers: Carl, A. Wayne, Elam, Woodrow, D. Webster, and Harold.
Relatives and friends are invited to Owen’s viewing Friday 10/3, 10 to 11am at the Philadelphia First Church of the Brethren. His funeral service will follow at 11am. Interment Whitemarsh memorial Park.
In lieu of flowers please make donations to Philadelphia First Church of the Brethren, 8707 W. Cheltenham Avenue, Wyndmoor, PA 19038
I love you, Dad. I wish I had more time with you. You and Mom showed me the way. I am eternally grateful. Rod
Pop,
I am sending a dove to heaven, with a parcel on its wings.
Be careful when you open it, it’s full of beautiful things.
Inside are a million kisses, wrapped up in a million hugs.
To say how much I love you, and to send you all my love.
I hold you close within my heart and there you will remain.
To walk with me throughout my life, until we meet again.
I know you knew how much I loved and appreciated the beautiful life you have given us all. I know I told you often just how much I appreciated you and all the wonderful memories… I will miss you terribly…. all that you have taught me I will carry always….as I will carry you in my heart… your
Eldest granddaughter.
Uncle Owen was like a younger version of my Dad ,Carl. They laughed and loved life alike. I will always remember him with wonderful, loving memories. Love and Hugs to the family. Lynda & Dwight
Just a note that Harrisburg First Church of the Brethren folks are thinking of y’all and praying for your family.
Boy, Owen sure looked like his brother, Woody with whom we knew well. May the Peace that passes all understanding be yours.
Whenever I think of my Uncle Owen, I think of the perpetual twinkle in his eye. He was always ready for some fun. He will be missed.
Whenever I think of my uncle Owen, I think of the perpetual twinkle in his eye. He was already ready for fun or mischief. We will miss you.