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Fawn Powell Obituary

Fawn A. Powell age 53 resident of Gary, Indiana and passed away March 4, 2016. Fawn was a 1980 graduate of Emerson High School. She was presently employed with School City of East Chicago, Indiana as a Paraprofessional. Fawn was preceded in death by parents Charles Elbert Powell and Ruth Powell; sister Winifred Flowers. Fawn leaves to cherish her memories four sisters Jessie (Gene) Alexander of Sontag, MS, Carol (Robert) Guin, Arlene M.Washington and Andrea "Kim" Powell; three brothers Ronald (Monetta) Powell of Hobart, IN, Charles "Roby" Powell of Gary, IN and Dana Powell of Chicago,IL; nephews Vincent Cornelius, Jamiel Powell, Vincent Swapshire, and Bryon Lunn; nieces Nicole Washington, Kwanza Guin & Stephanie Porter of Gary, IN; special sisters Sandra R. Porter & Arlene F. Lunn of Gary, IN; loving and devoted companion Alvin Dean of Gary, IN; special friends Joyce Lowery & Brenda Gaines of Gary, IN; great nieces, other relatives and friends. extended family Emma L.Tillman & family, 11th and Pennsylvania Block Club; Block Junior High School. Visitation Friday March 11, 2016 from 12-8:00p.m. Funeral services Saturday March 12, 2016 at 2:00p.m. both at the Guy & Allen Chapel.

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Published by Post-Tribune on Mar. 10, 2016.

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Richard L. Shivers, Jr.

March 16, 2016

Fawn, As a small child growing up on Delaware Street, I remember your Mom, and your Family especially Kim, Ronald, Dana, and you because of the aura that you left in a Room when you constantly spoke so eloquently. I know that we all are gonna miss you so very much because that's the kind of person that you are. My Deep Prayers go out to you and ALL of your Family....

Marie Francis Brown

March 14, 2016

My very deepest and heartfelt condolences to the Powell family. May God give you the strength and comfort, to make it through this very difficult time.She was my dear childhood friend all the way through school and graduation at Emerson High School. So glad I saw you at the reunions we had. A very kind and sweet person. My prayers to the family.

Love from
Marie Francis Brown
Stone Mountain, Georgia

March 14, 2016

Fawn was a lovely woman. I'm honored to have known her. May she rest in Heaven with the other angels. Lydia Hall

Shantra Roche

March 13, 2016

Arlene and Family,
May you find comfort in the Lord during this time of sorrow. Fawn was a very kind and sweet person and I know she'll be tremendously missed.
My prayers are with you and your family.

Shantra Roche (Joshua)

Lisa Shivers

March 12, 2016

Sleep peacefully, Fawn. I love you, Arlene and Kim as if you were my own Sisters. I will never forget you.

Bonnie Redmon

March 12, 2016

My deepest condolences praying for strength may God comfort you all.I love you all my childhood friends and family .From my family to your family we send love and prayers

Janie Boyden

March 12, 2016

My condolences to the family during this difficult time. I have a lot of fond memories at Emerson HS laughing with Fawn. There was no one like her. She will truly be missed. Rest in peace.
Janie (Brown) Boyden

brenda gaines

March 11, 2016

My heart is broken over losing my best friend. May the Powell family find peace in there time of sorrow.

regina anderson-davis

March 11, 2016

I was really taken back hearing of the sudden loss of Fawn my prayers go out to the family GOD IS ALWAYS IN THE BLESSING BUSINESS BE BLESSED FAMILY

Toya A. Shivers

March 10, 2016

Fawn,
You've been a very dear friend to me. We grew up together, going to Booker"s every 5 mins. I'm going to miss talking and laughing with you. Heaven just got another "Angel"
Rest in Paradise My Friend
I Love You!!!

Yvonne Jones

March 10, 2016

I will truly missed my best friend and life time person who was like another sister. My heart goes out to the family.

March 10, 2016

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Felicia White

March 10, 2016

Fawn the last words you ever said to me were "thank you kindly". You have always been sweet and one of a kind. You will truly be missed at Walmart 1618. "Thank you kindly Miss Fawn and may you rest peacefully."

Devetta Strange

March 10, 2016

My heart hurts from this unexpected loss. .Fawn was a genuine friend and lovely person. She will be deeply missed. I pray for your comfort Dana and family during this time of grief....De-Vetta Strange Lowe.

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