Thank you for the outpouring of love and support in response to the announcement of the passing of Brother Durward W. Owen. His legacy continues to inspire us all, and we look forward to honoring his extraordinary life and contributions together.
We invite you to join us for the following events celebrating Brother Owen’s life.
Celebration of Life
Friday, May 30 | 6:30–10:30 p.m.
Hilton Charlotte Uptown
Piedmont Ballroom
222 E 3rd St, Charlotte, NC 28202
Join brothers and friends who knew and loved Durward to share memories and celebrate his life. The event begins at 6:30 p.m. with the formal program starting at 7 p.m. Dessert and a cash bar will be available. Attire is business casual. This event is open to all members, spouses, family and friends of the Fraternity.
Funeral Services
Saturday, May 31
Myers Park United Methodist Church
1501 Queens Rd, Charlotte, NC 28207
- Pi Kappa Phi Members-Only Memorial Service: 10 a.m.
- Funeral Service (open to all): 11 a.m.
Attire is business professional, and Pi Kappa Phi members are requested to wear their membership badge.
To ensure we prepare appropriately and provide Brother Owen’s family with an expected attendance, we kindly ask that you let us know your plans by completing the brief form linked below.
Please share your plans with us.
We hope you will be able to join us in celebrating a life of leadership, service and brotherhood.
Accommodations in Charlotte
Pi Kappa Phi does not have an official room block at any hotel. The hotels below are located in Uptown, in proximity to the location of the Celebration of Life on May 30.
Hilton Charlotte Uptown
This is the location of the Celebration of Life on May 30. For those interested, bus service will be available to transport brothers and their guests from the Hilton Charlotte Uptown to Myers Park United Methodist Church and back to the Hilton on Saturday for the funeral. For planning purposes, please indicate your transportation preferences on the form above.
Additional Uptown Hotel Options
Charlotte Marriott City Center
Westin Charlotte
JW Marriott Charlotte
Aloft Charlotte City Center
Element Charlotte Uptown
Embassy Suites Charlotte Uptown
Hyatt Place Charlotte Downtown
Please contact events@pikapp.org with questions.