Owens, Johnny, of Mattapan, July 23, 2007. Johnny Owens was predeceased by his father and mother Rev. Jonathan Owens and Mary Alice Clemons Owens; his son Johnny Owens, Jr.; brothers, Robert Owens, Sr., and Willie Joe Owens. He leaves to mourn, his children: Brianda Owens Thompson, Dwayne Owens, Joanne Owens Fernandes (Roger), and Dukroa Owens; his siblings: L. J. Owens (Michelle), Senator William Owens, Sr., (Ret.); Roberta Owens-Jones; Representative Shirley Owens-Hicks (Ret.); and Henry Owens (Patricia); three grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, cousins, other relatives, and friends. His funeral will be held on Tuesday July 31, at Emmanuel Temple, 471 Warren St. Dorchester, MA 02121. Viewing from 6:00 to 7:00 PM. Funeral Service from 7:00 to 8:00 PM. Suffragan Bishop William J. Weeks, Presiding. Interment with military honors, on Wednesday August 1, at 12:30 PM. in the Massachusetts National Cemetery, Bourne, MA. www.lawlerfuneralhome.com