On Friday 2 January 2026, Gene Watson mourned the passing of a former Farewell Party Band member, Corky Owens.
‘We’re sending our condolences today to the family of our former, longtime steel player (and band leader), Kenneth ‘Corky’ Owens (Thursday 15 January 1959 – Thursday 1 January 2026).
Corky passed unexpectedly on New Year’s Day from a heart attack.
He was a tremendous steel player and a kind-hearted, considerate man.
Rest in peace, Corky’
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Gene Watson on Facebook
