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Calvin Powell Obituary

Calvin Eli Powell departed this life and went into eternal rest on Friday, March 16, 2018. He was born and raised in New Orleans, La. and attended school in the Orleans Parish School District. Son of Lisa Powell and Melvin Boyd. Stepson of Michael Jackson. Loving father of Calvin Webster, Camon Webster and Kassidy Travis. Brother of Melvin, Dangelo, Nicole, Meldra and Melinda Powell, Flora Holmes, Zandra Ellis and the late Terrence Powell. He is also survived by a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family, also staff and employees of LSU Medical Center and Lafon Nursing Home are all invited to attend the Funeral Service on Tuesday, March 27, 2018 at 10:00 am at Majestic Mortuary 1833 Oretha C. Haley Blvd. Visitation will begin at 9:00 am. Interment in Holt Cemetery. Professional Arrangements entrusted to Majestic Mortuary (504)523-5872.

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Published by The New Orleans Advocate from Mar. 24 to Mar. 27, 2018.

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Melinda Powell

July 11, 2023

I miss you soooo much bro I think about all the good times we shared I still ain't fully grasp the fact that I'm really never gone see again but until we meet again keep getting your rest love your little sis Maw

Cymfani Hunter

April 20, 2018

Actually I'm lost for words tears drop heart ache my la aggravating baby who kept a smile on my face I remember like yesterday the very day I met you omg Calvin really you know Ima love you forever an always ❤

M B

April 12, 2018

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.

Peggy&Ms.Dorothy family

March 30, 2018

Sorry for your lost.Blessing to you&your family y'all are always in our prayers.Give your grief to God he have your back.From the Anderson&Jones Family

Roxanne Robinson

March 28, 2018

Prayers for you, Lisa, and the family. God is Able. Hold On. HE will heal your heart.. Peace and Blessings from my family to yours.

March 25, 2018

May God give your family strength during this time of grief and sorrow for the passing of your loved one. Please take comfort in his words found at 2 Thessalonians 2:16-17.

Katina Wilson

March 24, 2018

My deepest condolences to the family

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