Gary, Indiana
Powell, Ruth Agnes "Nana" Age 92, Gary, Indiana formerly of Monessen, PA, passed away August 4, 2013. Ruth was born on March 14, 1921 in Monessen, PA, the first of five children born to Hattie A. and Wallace Crable. She was an active member of First A.M.E. Church where she served with the Elite Matrons, Food Pantry, Rachel Unit, Nurses Guild and more. She was an LPN at Methodist Hospital Northlake. She had a love for children, traveling, reading and shopping. Ruth was called home on August 4, 2013. She leaves behind an abundance of family members and friends who loved and cherished her; daughters, Auria White and Francesca Cooper; sons, Atreus and Keith Powell; six granddaughters, six grandsons, many great-grandchildren and special daughters, Gwendolyn Thompson and Yvonne Long. Visitation, day of service, Monday, August 12, 2013 from 9 AM until funeral service begins at 11 AM First AME Church, 2045 Massachusetts Street, Gary, IN Pastor Emmanuel Vaughn officiating. Interment Evergreen Memorial Park. www.smithbizzellwarnerfuneralhome.com
I was saddened to hear of the passing of Ruth Powell. She trained me on the post partum unit of Methodist Hospital when I first became employed as a nurse. She was highly admired and respected. May God bless you during this difficult time.
Lisa Horton
August 21, 2013 | Merrillville, IN
Tatia Daley
August 13, 2013 | Chicago, IL
There are no words that can describe the pain that I feel for the loss of my Nana....our family is so humbled by the cards and calls at a time in which our hearts are heavy. Nana, I will miss you and see you on the other side and please kiss Aunt Tommie for me....
Tatia Daley
August 13, 2013 | Chicago, IL
To the family of mrs. Powell, I had the most wonderful pleasure of knowing and working with mrs. Powell. She always expressed her love her family. Mrs. Powell was a great inspirattion to me as a person and nurse. I am blessed to know a loving person. Mrs. Powell, you will always be remembered by me.
Rose Davis
August 13, 2013 | Gary, IN
To Monte, Kk, Cc and family sorry for your loss of grandmother
Tracy Brown
August 13, 2013 | Gary, IN
A great lady has gone to be with her Father and her family that has gone before her. Any time, any where, any circumstance, she was ready to fly out the door and help others. May we all remember her tenacity and determination to serve her fellow man and her God. Words cannot express to her children my deepest love and sympathy to you all at this time.
Cindy Osika
August 12, 2013 | Sawyer, MI
TO: Cookie, Atreus, Keith and the Powell Family: I just learned of Mrs. Powell's passing this morning, or I would've surely been there with you. I extend my deepest condolences and prayers to you during this time. Earth has no sorrow that Heaven cannot heal.
Min. Debrah Smith Daniel
August 12, 2013 | NW, IN
Our condolences go out to the Ruth Powell Family. I remember Mrs. Powell at First A.M.E when Atreus, Keith and I attended and participated in the Sunday School and Church services under Rev. Hunter. Mrs. Powell was one of the caring individuals at First Church who will not be forgotten by those of us who knew her.
Gregory and Dorothy Smith
August 12, 2013 | Stone Mountain, GA
I will always remember your kind and sweet presence. Your smile will always be a remembrance in my heart. May your beautiful spirit be a constant reminder to the family. Love ,Michelle
Michelle Watkins
August 12, 2013 | Schererville, IN