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Deborah Diane Owens, a 24-year-old mother of two, was last seen on November 19, 1978, at her home in Oroville, California. Her husband, Marvin Gail Owens, claimed to be the last person to see her that morning. Two days later, Marvin reported his wife missing to the authorities. Deborah had a history of leaving for short periods but would always maintain contact with her daughters. Following her disappearance, Marvin Owens told people that she had been found safe, which was untrue and led to a si ...Read More
Last Seen: Nov 19, 1978
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Victim Details

Jan 24, 2026

Jan 24, 2026

Deborah

Diane Owens

24

24

5'0 inches

100 lbs

White

Female

Nov 19, 1978

Oroville

California

Oroville

Butte County Sheriff's Office

530-538-7434

01/25/2026