Senator R.S. Owie Loses Wife, Helen!
By Reporter
Senator Rowland Owie, former Chief Whip of the Nigerian Senate, has announced the death of his wife—Lady Helen Owie (LSJI).
She died at the age of 71 and was married to R.S. Owie for over 50 years.
According to the statement by her husband, she passed peacefully in Abuja today, Wednesday, April 9, 2025, after a brief illness.
Senator Owie praised his late wife as a woman full of honour and passion.
“When Helen came into my life over five decades ago, she lovingly made our home a safe space.
“She united my family and treated my late mother, Aghatise Owie, who delivered 11 children for my father—of whom I am the only surviving child—with the deepest compassion and honour.
“She showed unwavering love to my family members and friends, and through her faith, strength, and grace, held us all together.”
He described Helen as a God-fearing woman, a great manager of resources, and a devoted wife and mother. He added that “Helen was a true devotee of the Blessed Virgin Mary.
“Her life was a testament to humility, kindness, and enduring service.
“She was my pillar, my peace, and my partner in all things.
“Her quiet strength and abiding faith were the foundation of our family life.”
Lady Helen Owie is survived by her husband, children, grandchildren.
Owie has requested for prayers for “…the peaceful repose of her soul, and invokes the intercession of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Mediatrix of All Graces, that she may envelop Helen in her heavenly blue mantle and present her gently to the throne of grace.”
