History & Staff

“As funeral directors we must be servants with great character who are caring, giving, compassionate, honest and trustworthy.”

Our History

 Since 1981, Mowery Funeral Service has had the privilege of serving families in the Owasso area and surrounding communities. We believe a life is worth celebrating. Our families are treated with respect, compassion and our commitment not only to meet your needs but to exceed your expectations. We strive to give excellent care not only to your loved one, but also to you, the family.

  • Steve  Mowery

    Steve Mowery Owner

    Steve Mowery is the owner of Mowery Funeral Service and is an Oklahoma licensed funeral director and embalmer. He and his family are lifelong residents of Owasso. He is a 1980 graduate of Owasso High School and a 1983 graduate of Dallas Institute of Funeral service. His father John Mowery started Mowery Funeral Service in 1981 and Steve joined him in 1985. He and his wife Renee have two children, Brooke Mowery and Grant Mowery. Steve is involved in a variety of community activities and is also the Voice of the Owasso Rams, broadcasting Owasso High School football, basketball, and baseball. He frequently serves as emcee to local events including sports banquets and the annual Chamber of Commerce luncheon among others. He is a member of the National Funeral Directors Association, Oklahoma Funeral Directors Association, and the Owasso Chamber of Commerce. He is a Past President of the American Heart Association, Past President of the Owasso Lion’s Club, and Past President of the Owasso Quarterback Club. It has been the longtime philosophy of Mowery Funeral Service and its staff to provide the families of Owasso and surrounding communities with the highest level of quality service and care possible.

  • Grant  Mowery

    Grant Mowery Funeral Director

    Grant is an Owasso native and son of owner, Steve Mowery. He spent most his summers as a child working with Steve. After graduating from Owasso High School in 2008 he went on to pursue his Mortuary Science education at the University of Central Oklahoma. Grant graduated with a Bachelor’s of Science in Funeral Service Degree in December of 2012. After graduation he moved back to Owasso and started his career as a Funeral Director and Embalmer full time. Grant has enjoyed being back and getting to work with his dad and help others through what is most definitely the toughest trials of their lives. He is married to his wife, Ciara, and they currently attend Life Church Owasso.

  • Tara Lewis

    Tara Lewis Office Manager

    Tara is a long time resident of Owasso, Oklahoma. She graduated from Owasso High School in 2008. Tara is married to her husband, Trent, and has one son, Theo. Tara is a member of First Baptist Church of Owasso. She enjoys spending time with her family, camping, crafting and baking. Tara strives to help families through compassion and care.

  • Mary Poplin

    Mary Poplin Visitation Staff

  • Leonard Pirtle

    Leonard Pirtle Funeral Assistant and Staff Pastor

    Leonard, "Lenny" to many, is a Tulsa Native and a graduate of the Tulsa Central Class of 1966. While a student at Welch College in Nashville, Tennessee, he met and married Carolyn (Bullard) Pirtle with whom they celebrated their Golden Anniversary in June of 2018. After a brief, but wonderful ministry in southern Georgia, they arrived in Owasso in early January of 1973 and began a 44 year ministry at Rejoice Church. After stepping down from pastoral ministry, the Pirtle's now reside in rural Creek County. During his time at Rejoice, the relocation of the church and the starting of Rejoice Christian School were highlights. Now, along with supply and interim preaching, assisting Mowery Funeral Service rounds out his time (as much as a retired man would want). The most rewarding time is spent in playing with the grandchildren and great grandchildren. He and Carolyn were honored with being named Mr. and Mrs. Trail Days in 2009. The "Trails End" was a great place to live and raise our families!

  • Leslie Schlomann

    Leslie Schlomann Visitation Staff and Hair Stylist