Bessie Powell Obituary

Funeral services for Elder Bessie Powell of 4924 Warick Road, Richmond, who died at Kindred Hospital, Richmond, will be conducted Wednesday Oct. 13, 2010, at 1 p.m. from the St. Paul Baptist Church, Richmond, the Rev. Dr. Lance Watson, pastor. The eulogy will be delivered by Bishop Anthony Burgess. Interment will be in Mt. Minnis Memorial Park, Chester. Remains rest at the Tucker's Funeral Home, 415 Halifax St., Petersburg. A.A. Tucker, funeral director.

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Published by The Progress-Index from Oct. 2 to Oct. 3, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for Bessie Powell

13 Entries

October 13, 2010

To The Family:
Our deepest sympathy.

We love your mom ..., your sister ..., your grandmother ..., but, God loved her best and thought that she need not suffer any longer, so He took her home with Him to rest.

Over the years when I would ask your loved one how she felt, her response most of the time would be: "blessed, highly favored, and glad about it." She was blessed and highly favored, not because of her possessions, material things or fashion, but, because of the relationship she had with God our Father. She truly was a woman of God. Elder Powell prayed for her family, friends, brothers and sisters in Christ, as well as the lost souls of this world. One of her favorite scriptures that demonstrated how she cared about all of us is 2 Chronicles 7:14 --- "If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land."

The Lord blessed Elder Powell with many gifts and talents, some of which were praying, sewing and singing. The sewing is how I met your loved one. I heard of this wonderful woman of God, who could make fabulous lap scarves and church banners, and then I sought her out to have her use this talent for my church. She always wanted to please the Lord and her pastor, Bishop A.F. Burgess.

I will miss our conversations of inspiration and encouragement.

Love,
Margie & Eugene, & Family

Lucinda Hampton

October 6, 2010

My prayers are with you in this solemn hour; rejoice that she is no longer suffering but resting in peace. I have many of her lapcloths and hankies to remember her by. xoxox

KECHA ADAMS

October 5, 2010

MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY GOES OUT TO THE FAMILY OF MIN.DEBORAH POWELL. EVEN THOUGH I HADN'T SEEN YOU IN YEARS, I REMEMBER THE GREAT AND SPIRITUAL TIMES SHARED AT UNITED TABERNACLE BAPTIST CHURCH. I WAS SAD TO LEARN OF YOUR PASSING, BUT GOD KNOWS BEST AND SO FOR THAT REASON, ALL IS WELL.YOU WILL BE MISSED AND TO THE FAMILY, KNOW THAT SHE'S IN A MUCH BETTER PLACE AND YOU ALL NOW HAVE YOUR OWN GUARDIAN ANGEL.

Gilda J

October 5, 2010

My condolences to the family, church and friends of (Bessie) Deborah Powell. Debbie was one of the people who were a blessing to me about 20 years ago when I was at a crucial turning point in my life. Debbie shared her numerous gifts with so very many:sewing,cooking,singing,millinery,
bridal accessories,crafts,and don't forget Intercession "I Chronicles 7:14." Most importantly,Debbie loved the LORD JESUS.

MeMe Flippen

October 4, 2010

I will remember how much she love God and served him with her whole heart. She treated everyone as her own child. She didn't have a problem scolding you with the word of God and lovin you the same. She was a gifted seamtress and a Mother to all.
THANKS MOM
MEME FLIPPEN

Mother Dorothy Burgess

October 4, 2010

"I would like to offer my condolences to The Powell Family. I am so sorry for your loss. I will never forget and always appreciate Elder Powell's support of my son, Bishop Anthony F. Burgess down through the years as a faithful member of his church, nor will I forget the special things she's done for me and how she had been a support to my family during the demise of my Grandmother. Her prayerful demeanor and support was such a comfort to my family, I will always be grateful for that. She will be greatly missed. My prayers are with the family."

October 4, 2010

Debbie--so sorry to hear of your passing--but I believe God knew what was best. You will be missed and I can still hear you singing at the beginning og Merrick Park's broadcast--"If You've Tried Everything And Everything Has Failed, Try Jesus". The Powell family will be in my prayers---Patricia A. Washington "Pat" and family

Sherrille Greene

October 4, 2010

I will always remember you and love you forever and ever Auntie Debbie. You spent your days on this earth serving our lord Jesus Christ and he will remember that the day you walk through the gates of heaven. Even though you have left your family on earth, you will be happy to see your family in the sky. One day we will all be together, love u always your suga.

look at her smile :)

Jena powell

October 4, 2010

Grandma I LOVE YOU and IM GONNA MISS YOU,im going to be sad that your gone but I know your with JESUS and poppop lol. but im going to be the best person i can be just for you.

October 4, 2010

Karen L Simmons

Sandra Lassiter

October 4, 2010

May the Powell family be comforted in this time of sorrow. My condolences to the entire family. My prayer are with you.

Laci McDowell-Wright

October 4, 2010

In your time of bereavement know that we are thinking of you and praying for you.

With all of our love,
The McDowell/Wright Families