U.S. Air Force Memorials: Remembering the life, death and legacy of James Powell
James Virgil “Jim” Powell, 79 of Palmetto, died on May 23, 2018. He was born on November 10, 1938, in Ridgely, Tennessee. After attending Arkansas State University, he joined the United States Air Force. He moved to Florida in 1971, where he began a successful career as an owner/manager of car dealerships. He was known as a man of integrity and hard work, and was well respected as a businessman, friend, and father. He is survived by his loving family: his wife, Mary Lou Powell; his...
