Louise Powell Atwell

Louise Powell Atwell, wife of the late Lewis I. Atwell, passed away peacefully on September 17, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.

Louise was born and raised near Warwick, Maryland, daughter of the late Hiram and Mary Fillingame Powell. She was a graduate of Cecilton High School and Goldey-Beacom Business College. Louise retired from the Appoquinimink School District after thirty-nine years of service but remained active in her community. Louise was a life member, secretary, treasurer, board member and trustee to many organizations such as the Ladies Auxiliary, Sgt Lloyd Nelson VFW Post 3792, VFW Post 8801, Old Union Society, Townsend Women's Club, Lower New Castle County Republicans' Women's Club, Professional State Educational Secretaries, Townsend Cemetery and the Bethesda United Methodist Church.

She was preceded in death by her loving husband Lew, who passed in 2003, her son David Atwell, her parents Hiram and Mary Powell, and brothers Clarke and Charles Powell.

She is survived by her daughter Lyn Frazier (James Frazier), six grandchildren, Jimmy Frazier, Laurie Evans, Nicole Frazier, Nate Atwell, Olney Atwell, and Tegan Atwell, four cherished great-grandchildren, Tyler and Taylor Evans, Madison and Nathan Frazier, her sister Elizabeth Balbani, and sister in laws Patty and Lena Powell.

The family would like to express their heartfelt gratitude to Louise's devoted caregiver, Karla, who went above and beyond to ensure her comfort and dignity. Karla's compassion and dedication have been invaluable to the family during this time. They would also like to recognize and thank the following individuals who assisted with Louise's care: Tyler, Laurie, Nicole, Robin, Kenny, Staci, Margie, Lisa, Becky, Stephanie, Patsy, Tammy, Al, Ginny, Dave, Allison, and Delaware Hospice nurses Mary and Amber.

Family and friends are invited to attend the service on September 24th, 2025, at Daniels & Hutchison, 212 N. Broad St., Middletown, DE at 11 am. Viewing will be held from 10 am to 11 am, and burial will follow in Townsend Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation made in Louise's name to the Old Union Church Society, C/O Mike McGrath, 650 Johns Rd., Smyrna, DE 19977.