Travis "TJ" Owens of Kalamazoo passed away Thursday April 14, 2016 at Bronson Methodist Hospital. TJ was born January 18, 2000 in Kalamazoo. He enjoyed video games and playing basket ball with Special Olympics. He is survived by his mother, Amy Owens-Pryor his step-father, Eric Pryor; four brothers, Taylor Owens, Shane Owens, Christopher Pryor and Brad; four sisters, Loren Owens, Amber Pryor, April and Hannah; maternal grandparents, Jerry & Beverly Rinehart; paternal grandparents, Mary Weaver, Beverly & Herb Goodwin; many aunts, uncles & cousins. He was preceded in death by his father Gary Owens, Jr and paternal grandfather, Ray Weaver. TJ touched so many lives in his 16 years. He will be deeply missed because he was loved by all who knew him. Friends will be received 2-4 & 6-8 pm Tuesday April 19, 2016 at Parchment Redmond Funeral Home 2300 East "G" Ave. Parchment, MI 49004 (269) 349-7735. Services will be held at The River Church tentative at this time Sunday April 24, 2016 from 2-5 pm. Memorial contributions may be made to Special Olympics Area 16. www.redmondfuneralhomes.net