Peter A. Powell

Peter A. Powell died September 19, 2009, in Roanoke, Va., at the age of 60 after a seven year battle with multiple myeloma. His beloved Beth was at his side and survives him as does her son, John, who lives and works in China. Peter's main career was in transportation working for mail contracting firms for the past 20 years and being previously self-employed as Powell Air Cargo. He graduated from Father Judge High School in Philadelphia, attended Moravian College and graduated from Pierce College with a business management degree. Peter was a member of a number of classic vehicle clubs and enjoyed this hobby with Beth. Together they were known as "jollyjeepers". They enjoyed camping, hiking and especially off-road trail riding with vintage jeeps. Peter enjoyed all outdoor activities throughout his life. He also enjoyed collectible firearms and target practicing. Peter was an avid music lover as well. Peter was a lifetime member of the Kaiser Frazer Owner's Club, member of the Corvair Society of America, Roanoke Valley Mopar Club, Willys-Overland Jeepster Club, EarlyCJ5 Club and several local Jeep clubs. He also participated in Studebaker Drivers Club events with Beth and together they were former members of the Military Vehicle Collectors Club. He was active in go-kart racing and drag racing as well as SCCA racing and participated on a regular basis through the 1960's to 1970's. Peter loved sharing his hobby with fellow enthusiasts and was always a regular participant in the Star City Motor Madness. Peter volunteered for the WVTF public radio Reading Service regularly and was an active participant and fund-raiser for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society Night The Light Walk and American Cancer Society Relay For Life events annually. A special private campfire memorial service will be held later. There will be no viewing or visitation. Memorials may be made to the Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation, 383 Main Avenue, 5th Floor, Norwalk, Conn. 06851, 203-652-0234 or The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, 888-773-9958, Donor Services, P.O. Box 4072, Pittsfield, Mass., 888-773-9958. Arrangements by Simpson Funeral Home & Crematory.