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1935
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2013
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Milton Powell Obituary
Travelers Rest
Milton Powell, 77, of Travelers Rest, passed away on Sunday, April 28, 2013 at his home.
Born in Pickens County, he was the son of the late Floyd S. and Viola Smith Powell. Mr. Powell was retired from Milliken and was a member of Rock Springs Baptist Church.
He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Mae Howard Powell; sons: Doug Powell(Elaine), Tim Powell(Kim), Mike Powell; sister: Frances Tinsley; brother: Dickie Powell; grandchildren: Tyler, Taylor, Alex, and Lauren Powell.
The family will receive friends Wednesday evening from 6 until 8 p.m. at The Howze Mortuary.
Funeral services will be Thursday afternoon at 2 p.m. at The Howze Mortuary Chapel with burial to follow at Mountain View Memorial Park.
The family will be at the home.
Memorials may be made to Rock Springs Baptist Church General Fund, 201 Rock Springs Rd., Easley, SC 29642.
Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.thehowzemortuary.com.
The Howze Mortuary, Travelers Rest is in charge of the arrangements. (864) 834-8051.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Milton Powell
May 4, 2013
Dearest Mae.
Leo and I just found out about Milt (Sat. May 4th) and we are so sorry. Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. We love you and will see you soon.
God bless you,
Leo and Mary Alice
Claudia Allen
May 1, 2013
Mae and Family. So sorry for your loss. May God comfort you all at this sad time.
Claudia Allen
April 30, 2013
Doug, So sorry to hear of your Dad's death. Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Peggy and Larry Saxon
Beth
April 30, 2013
Mae,
Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Sincerely,
Beth
April 30, 2013
Mae, Milt was my Supervisor at Milliken for many, many years. I am sorry to hear he has passed. God Bless you and your family.
Linda Laws
Sandra Clark
April 29, 2013
Ms. Mae,
I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of your husband. You two were so devoted to each other, I'm sure there are many precious memories to be cherished. Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
God Bless,
Sandra Clark
April 29, 2013
Dear Mae and Family,
We are so sorry to hear about Milton. We will be thinking about you.
Arnold and Mary Lee Morgan
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