Name: Visitation for Charles P. Powell Jr.
Start: 2017-12-20T23:00:00.000Z
End: 2017-12-21T00:30:00.000Z
Location: Peninsula Funeral Home

NEWPORT NEWS - Charles P. Powell Jr. who proudly served in the US Army during WWII entered the Kingdom of Heaven on December 8, 2017. He was born in Newport News and was a lifelong resident of the peninsula. He graduated from Newport News High School. He was a loyal Hokie graduating from VA Tech in 1949. Charlie and his wife, Virginia, owned and operated Wythe Florist for 50 years. Charlie was a 72-year continuous member of the American Legion Post 25. He served as Virginia Department Commander and Vice Commander, District Commander, Post 25 Commander, Chairman of the Department Finance Committee, Vice Commander of the 3rd District Activities Committee, and president of American Legion Post 25 Foundation. He was a member of the Virginia Department Internal Affairs Committee, the National Security Council, and the Conventional Armed Forces Committee. He participated in the Boys State program and was a delegate to many national conventions. He received the American Legion Distinguished Service Award in 2015. Charlie truly believed in the American Legion motto, "For God and Country". Charlie was a 67-year member of Post L of the Travelers Protective Association. He served as national president, national vice president, national director, state president, state vice president, post president, and post vice president. Charlie was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Virginia H. Powell; parents Charles P. Powell Sr. and Lucille Drummond Powell; son-in-law James B. Hemeon; and daughter-in-law Susan W. Powell. He is survived by his daughter and care giver, Deborah P. Hemeon; son Charles P. Powell III; grandchildren, Heather Mossbrooks (Robert), Christopher Hemeon, Lucy Smith (Matt), and Olivia Hines (Spencer); great grandchildren Samantha Bancroft, Zackary, Anthony, and Aiden Mossbrooks; and his faithful dog, Jake. The family will receive friends at Peninsula Funeral Home on Wednesday, December 20, 1017, from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. The funeral service will be held on Thursday, December 21, 2017, 11:00 a.m. at Peninsula Funeral Home. The burial will follow at Peninsula Memorial Park. Afterwards, friends are invited to a reception at American Legion Post 25 at 7609 Marshall Ave. Newport News, VA 23605. Memorial donations may be made to American Legion Boys State, Attn: Larry Greene, PO Box 639, Montross, VA 22520 or to Hospice Support Care-Williamsburg, 4445 Powhatan Parkway, Williamsburg, VA 23188.

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Published by Daily Press on Dec. 17, 2017.

Memories and Condolences
for Charles Powell

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13 Entries

December 31, 2017

We'll miss Charlie and all he believed, in his support to the American Legion and programs. Charlie was really dedicated and never gave up.
Even once sharing a cane when he forgot to bring his to Boys State in Lynchburg. Sincerely, Bill and Geraline Robertson.

December 20, 2017

I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. I enjoyed working for him and your mother at the florist. My deepest sympathy.
Charlotte (Clark) Hamlet

Bob and Judy Weikle

December 19, 2017

Our sincere condolences to the family in the loss of Mr Powell.
May God grant you peace and comfort.

Jackie & Calvin Morrisette

December 19, 2017

We were saddened to hear of Charlie's passing. Such a sweet gentleman who will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.

Richard Martin

December 18, 2017

Always loved Charlie Powell. He was a great man and a great National President of TPA and a good friend. He will be missed. Special condolences and prayers are lifted up for the family.

Richard L. Martin, Past National President The Travelers Protective Association ( TPA ), Blacksburg, South Carolina

ROCCO ASTUNO

December 18, 2017

DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO THE CHARLIE POWELL FAMILY. HE WILL BE MISSED BY ALL TPA MEMBERS. CHARLIE WAS A GREAT PERSON. SINCERELY VIOLET AND ROCCO ASTUNO. COLORADO DIVISION.

Reginald Stroud

December 18, 2017

We send sympathy to the Powell family. As members of the TPA family, we had many happy times together with Charlie and Virginia.

Past National President Reginald Stroud and wife, Maidred from North Carolina

December 17, 2017

I had the pleasure to know and serve with Mr. Powell through my membership with the American Legion and as a member of the Va. Dept. of Va. Finance Committee which he chaired for a number of years. He was a true Virginia Gentleman and reminded me so much of my Dad. His wisdom and knowledge was an asset to all with whom he worked and associated with. He was very soft spoken, but got his point across and would always add at the end "and things like that".

Our condolences goes out to the Powell family. I am sorry that we will not be able to attend the service but know our heart will be with you all.

Lewis Wells (Linda)
American Legion Post 79, South Hill

Joel Lederman

December 17, 2017

My deepest sympathy to the Powell family on the loss of my dear friend Charlie.

He was truly a warm wonderful caring person and will be greatly missed by all.
May he forever rest in peace.

Most sincerely Joel Lederman Past Natl TPA Pres. 2015-2016

William Karle

December 17, 2017

My sincere condolences to the Powell family on your loss.

Charlie was my good friend in T.P.A.

My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Bill Karle

Forrest and Cindy Wall

December 17, 2017

You are in our thoughts. We are very sorry for your loss.

December 17, 2017

Charlie and Virginia were true friends. While a competitor in the floral industry they wer always ready to lend a helping hand. Many years of love,and friendship passed between us. Charlie's was a life well lived and he always had a kind word. His was a life well lived.
Jimmy Pollard and Family

M C

December 16, 2017

I am truly and deeply sorry for your loss. My warmest condolences go out to the family and friends of Charles. May You find comport from the encouraging words found at 1Thessalonians 4:14

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