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POWELL, Dr. David L. Jr. was born in Tuskegee, Alabama, to David Lee Powell and Emma (Henderson) Powell. He died on April 13, 2006 in Sugar Land, Texas. He attended the Howard University College of Dentistry, receiving his D.D.S. degree in 1963. Dr. Powell then entered the United States Air Force as a Dental Officer, at the rank of Captain. He earned an M.S. degree in endodontics at The Ohio State University in 1971. In 1975, after 12 years of military service, Lieutenant Colonel Powell resigned from the Air Force to enter private practice in Kettering, Ohio where he retired in June 2001. Dr. Powell was an active member of the Dayton Dental Society, also a member of the Gem City Medical, Dental and Pharmaceutical Society. Dr. Powell is preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his loving and devoted wife, Jean; his brothers, Jimmie and Roy; his children, Paul, Mark, Melanie and Peter; his grandson, Jason; his daughter-in-law, LaDonna and grandchildren, Taylor and Herbert Malcolm Campbell IV. Viewing will be held Friday, April 21, 2006 from 9:00 A.M. until 10:00 A.M. at Emmanuel Catholic Church, 149 Franklin Street, Dayton, Ohio 45402. Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 10:00 A.M. Interment will be held at Calvary Cemetery, 149 Calvary Drive, Dayton, Ohio 45409. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in Dr. Powell's memory to the American Cancer Society. Services Respectfully Rendered by H.H. Roberts.
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Walter Buchsieb
April 22, 2006
I learned with sadness of David's passing. Back when he and I were in the Financial South building we used to discuss many Dental political issues. He was very professional and an outstanding endodontist. Walter C. Buchsieb DDS MS, Past President, Ohio Dental Association
Annette McGee Wright
April 20, 2006
To Jean and family,
On behalf of the Dayton Carrousels, Inc. I would like to extend to you your our deepest sympathy in the loss of David, our friend and "Carrafella." He will be greatly missed by all.
May God continue to bless you. May David rest in peace. We love you.
Teena Jones
April 20, 2006
Jesus hears our hearts when we can't seem to find the words...... He knows the sadness that you feel at losing one you loved so much. He will help to ease your burden with His tender, loving touch. May you find comfort in knowing that David is in a better place!
Remember your Carrousel Sister loves you always.
Tony Jones
April 20, 2006
Melanie and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this time of sorrow. May you find comfort in all the beautiful memories that Dr. Powell has left in your hearts. Know that the Lord is good, and his mercy is everlasting, forever.
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