Victoria Lynn Owens (Way)

Victoria Lynn Owens (Way), 75, of Champaign, sunrise March 28, 1949-sunset Jan. 14, 2025.

Born in Chicago to Helen Young and Willie McCombs, Victoria was a beacon of compassion and resilience.

She is survived by her loving husband, Willie Owens; sisters-in-law, Audra and Brenda Owens; children Stephanie King and Charmin Members; grandchildren, Torey Rich, Brittany Bell (Kenneth Bell Sr.), Tiffany Shottenkirk (James Shottenkirk), Tabitha Henderson, Tela Way, Taryn Wesley (Salathiel Wesley) and Aliyah Olion (Ricardo Licea); and great-grandchildren, Yesenia Sounders, Krystalyn and Kenneth Bell, James Shottenkirk, Charles, Ca'Maure, Ca'Marion and Ca'Miyha Moore, Alayiah Jenkins and Sial, Sevyn and Titus Wesley.

She was preceded in death by her parents and her beloved daughters Lynette McCombs and Robin Way.

Victoria dedicated over 30 years to nursing, passionately providing care and tirelessly advocating for her patients. Her nurturing spirit extended beyond her profession into her love for plants, a passion she pursued with a green thumb, and the amazing meals she prepared for her family. She delighted in playing backgammon and never missed an episode of "Jeopardy!"

In accordance with her wishes, Victoria will be cremated. A memorial service to celebrate her life will be announced at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, the family invites contributions toward the planting of a tree in Victoria’s memory through the Champaign Park District, a fitting tribute to her love of nature and nurturing spirit.

Victoria’s legacy of love, strength and resilience will live on in the hearts of all who knew her.

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