Sheriff Craig Owens and his wife Sharon recently marked their 39th wedding anniversary alongside Craig’s 60th birthday with a joyous celebration attended by hundreds of friends, family, and community leaders.
Guests were welcomed with love, laughter, and cherished stories of how the couple first met. The evening kicked off with the thrilling sounds of a drum corps that electrified the crowd as Craig and Sharon danced their way into the room. Craig offered heartfelt thanks and words of wisdom, while Sharon reflected warmly on nearly four decades together and their family of three children and 11 grandchildren.
Friends, colleagues, and leaders from across Cobb County and metro Atlanta’s political, civic, and business circles gathered to offer congratulations. Spotlight South Cobb News proudly recognizes Craig and Sharon as Cobb’s Quintessential Couple of the Year — the perfect embodiment of dedication, love, and service to the community.
Among those in attendance were Superior Court Judge Kelli Hill, former Cobb District Attorney Joyette Holmes, SCLC Chair and Grace City Bishop Sherman Scott, Cobb State Court Clerk Tahnicia Philips, State Representative Terry Cummings, Smyrna City Councilman Ricky Oglesby, East Point City Councilman Joshua Butler IV, Dr. Deborah Little, Mableton City Council Candidate for District 4 – Cassandra Brown, and Spotlight Publisher Shelia Edwards, among others.
Guests enjoyed food, drinks, and lively conversation, reconnecting with old friends and making new ones, while dancing late into the night to a live band. The couple’s love, laughter, and stories inspired all in attendance, making the evening a truly memorable celebration of love, family, and community…