In Memory of Milton A. Jewell Scholarship recipient Zachary Owen

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: