Eleanor Owen, also known as Eleanor DeVito, was an American journalist, playwright, university professor, costume designer, theatre actress, and mental health professional. She received statewide and national honors and awards for her advocacy work on behalf of families and individuals with mental illness. Serving as an advocate in Olympia, Washington, Owen participated in the introduction and successful passage of health and human services legislation.
- Occupation
- journalist, playwright, university teacher, mental health professional
- Citizenship
- United States
- Born
- January 22, 1921
- Died
- February 2022
