In Memory of Milton A. Jewell Scholarship recipient Zachary Owen
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In memory of Zachary M. Owen.
Everyone at the Outer Banks Community Foundation would like to extend our sincere condolences to the family of Zachary Owen.
In 2013, Zachary was a recipient of the Community Foundation’s prestigious Milton A. Jewell scholarship and the valedictorian of his First Flight High School graduating class. As a true scholar, Zachary went on to earn a Bachelor’s Degree in Aerospace from Georgia Institute of Technology and then a Master’s Degree in Aerospace from Old Dominion University. Zachary epitomized what the Milton A. Jewell scholarship is all about, demonstrating academic excellence, leadership, and pursuing his dream to be a rocket scientist while remaining dedicated to serving his community.
An obituary for Zachary can be viewed online at https://gallopfuneralservices.com/obits/zachary-m-owen/.
Contributions to the Outer Banks Community Foundation in Zachary’s honor can be made on the button below: