Beulah Mae Boothe Owens, age 98 of Snowville passed away Wednesday, January 30, 2008 at the New River Valley Medical Center.
Born March 4, 1909 in Pulaski County she was the daughter of the late Monte Zuma & Mary Nora Boothe. Her husband; Avery James Owens, brothers; Archie, Lewis, Garland and Ray Boothe, and sister; Mary Emma Cyrus also preceded her in death.

Mrs. Owens was owner and operator of AJ Owens' Store in Snowville and a member of the Snowville Baptist Church. Mrs. Owens proudly spent 71 years dedicating her life to her business and her community. Over the years, Beulah's has been a gathering place for people across the area. Several generations have looked forward to coming to the store to meet their fellow neighbors, socialize, have a snack and watch the local children climb into the candy case.

Ms. Beulah has maintained the tradition of the "old country store." She remained a cornerstone of the community while other businesses have come and gone. She has helped numerous families through difficult times by providing a helping hand.

Mrs. Owens had great love and pride for her family, some of her favorite days were those spent with them. Her thoughts were always filled with concern for those she loved and in return she was loved by all.

Surviving

Daughter & Son-in-law-
Mary Ruth Owens Cox & Ted Cox, JR.

Sister-
Ruby Meredith

Grandchildren-
T.J. Cox & wife Donna
Mark Cox & wife Sabrina
Rita Cox Weimer & husband Scott

Great Grandchildren-
Sue Ellen & husband Darrin Cullip
Braxton Cox
Carley & Sara Cox

Many special nieces and nephews-

Funeral services will be held 11:00 a.m. Saturday at the Snowville Baptist Church with the Rev. Neil Wood and Rev. Jim Linkous officiating. Interment will follow at the Highland Memory Gardens, Dublin.
The family will receive friends from 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. Friday evening at the Bower Funeral Chapel, Pulaski.
Bower Funeral Chapel, Pulaski is handling the arrangements for the family.
www.bowerfuneralhome.com