James P. "Shamie" Owens

James P. “Shamie” Owens, 61 of New Castle passed away the morning of October 27, 2026 at his residence.

James was born December 22, 1964 in New Castle. He was the son of the late Larry B. and Bridget (Grehan) Owens, Sr. He was married to the former Linda McNeil. They were married on June 9, 2018. She survives at home. James was of the Presbyterian faith. He was a graduate of New Castle High School, class of 1982. Mr. Owens continued his education and earned his bachelor’s degree in Accounting from Erie Business Center.

Mr. Owens enlisted in the United States Army on January 12, 1983 in Pittsburgh, PA. James earned the rank of PV-1 and was a Radio TT operator. Mr. Owens earned many different medals and citations among those where Army Service Ribbon, Overseas Service Ribbon, Sharpshooter badge with M-16 rifle bar, and Expert badge with Hand Grenade bar.  James was Discharged from the United States Army on November 2, 1984 in Fort Jackson, SC. James retired after numerous years of service as a Laborer at Pittsburgh Plug in Evan City, PA. James enjoyed bowling, the Pittsburgh Steelers and was a member of the Slovak club and Moose Lodge here in New Castle. His greatest joy was spending time with his family and friends, especially his grandchildren.

In addition to his wife Linda, James is survived by three children, Mariah Owens and Rochelle Miller both of New Castle, and son, Edward (Ashley) Wright of Ellwood City, PA; two brothers, Larry B. Owens, Jr, and John W. Owens both of New Castle; sister, Frances Bromley of New Castle; six grandchildren, Amaya (Jordan) Gould, C.J. (Fiance Jordyn DeSalvo) Miller, Olivia Miller, Bradley Wright, Rosalee Wright, and Violet Wright all of New Castle; and great-grandson, Evander Gould.

Mr. Owens was preceded in death by both his parents, and brother, Brian Owens.

Visitation will be held on Monday, November 2, 2026 from 4 to 6 pm at the Noga Funeral Home, Inc. 1142 Mill Street New Castle.

A funeral service will be held immediately following visitation in the funeral home. Rev. Abel Robles pastor of Oakpointe Christian-Center will officiate. Burial will be at a later date.

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