Wanda Sue “Susie” Boston Owens, age 72, of the Bear Creek Community, passed away peacefully on June 30, 2026, and entered into the embrace of the Lord. Born in Mitchell County, NC, she was the cherished daughter of the late Robert and Dorothy Carpenter Boston. Susie devoted her life to caring for others as a Certified Nursing Assistant, serving with dedication at Blue Ridge Regional Hospital, Brian Center Health and Rehab, and through private home care.

A member of Berry Chapel Baptist Church, Susie found joy in traveling to the beach and nurturing the wildlife around her, especially hummingbirds and deer.

She leaves behind her loving husband, Denver Owens; her son, Samuel King Early and his wife Amy; sisters Marie Ledford and Judy Burleson; sister-in-law Brenda Boston; brother-in-law Clifford Owens, and a beloved niece, Jodie Jones.

Susie was predeceased by her parents and siblings: sisters Ruth Pittman and Roberta “Sparky” Nanney, and brothers Bill Carpenter, Phillip Carpenter, and Jack Boston.

A funeral service to honor Susie’s life will be held on Tuesday, July 7, 2026, at 2:00 PM at Snow Hill Baptist Church, officiated by Pastor Dean Honeycutt and Reverend Steve Williams. Friends and family are invited to gather one hour prior to the service. Susie will be laid to rest at Lily Branch Baptist Church Cemetery.

Henline – Hughes Funeral Service is honored to assist the family.