Jodie & Lexi Owens Obituary- Death: The Fairview, Oklahoma community is mourning the tragic loss of Jodie Owens and her daughter Lexi Owens, who were killed after a powerful tornado struck their vehicle late Thursday night as severe weather swept across northwest Oklahoma. The devastating weather event, part of a larger outbreak of storms across the Plains and Midwest, brought multiple tornadoes, large hail, and damaging winds to the region.
According to authorities from the Major County Sheriff’s Office and the Oklahoma Highway Patrol, the mother and daughter were driving near State Highway 60 and County Road 243 west of Fairview when the tornado hit their van. Emergency crews located the vehicle and confirmed both victims were deceased at the scene.
Victims have been identified through family and community reports as 47‑year‑old Jodie Owens and her 13‑year‑old daughter Lexi Owens. Family members say Jodie was on the phone with other children in the vehicle, telling them to take cover, when the tornado struck.
Jodie Owens was known in the Fairview area as a devoted mother of eight children, a substitute teacher, and an active member of her local school community. Lexi, a beloved seventh‑grader, was cherished by classmates, teachers, and friends for her vibrant spirit.
The tragic events have shaken the Fairview community deeply as others affected by the storm work to recover. The severe weather system that spawned this deadly tornado is part of a widespread outbreak that produced at least three confirmed tornadoes in Oklahoma, Kansas, and Texas. Damage to homes, downed power lines, and other storm impacts were documented across the region.
Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt shared his condolences, urging residents to stay weather‑aware as the threat of additional severe storms continues. Local emergency management teams and first responders remain on alert to assist those in affected areas and provide support.
Friends, family, and neighbors are gathering to remember Jodie and Lexi’s lives, sharing memories and mourning the loss of two beloved members of the Fairview community. A GoFundMe has been created to help the family with funeral and memorial expenses during this difficult time.
The passing of Jodie and Lexi Owens is a heartbreaking reminder of the destructive power of severe weather and the importance of preparation and safety during tornado‑season storms. As the community continues to process this loss, local residents and officials are offering support to one another and honoring the legacy of a mother and daughter taken far too soon
