Richard Timothy "Timm" Powell

FRANKLINTON

Richard Timothy "Timm" Powell

Richard "Timm" Powell, age 70, passed away peacefully at his home in Franklinton, NC,

on September 29, 2025, after a courageous battle with ALS. He was formally diagnosed

with the disease in February of 2024 after a steady decline in mobility that began the

year before.

Born and raised on Cherokee Street in Adelphi, Maryland, Timm was the son of the late

Richard James Powell and Jeanne Elizabeth Collins Powell.

He is survived by his devoted wife of 44 years, Brenda Sheahan Powell; his three children, Katherine Jean

Powell, Brendon Timothy Powell, and Lauren Powell-Casey; his sister, Pamela Powell Mest;

and his beloved grandchildren, Fionn Greyson Powell, Conor Cilian Powell, and Quinn

Ivy Powell Casey.

Timm proudly served his country in the United States Army as a military police officer in

South Korea. Following his service, he built a successful career in sales and

management, earning multiple awards including President's Club honors with Schwan's

Home Food Service and rising to Depot Manager in Fayetteville, NC. Prior to his years

with Schwan's, he worked in the printing and graphic arts industry, selling color

separations to ad agencies, magazines, and printing companies throughout the

Washington, D.C. metropolitan area.

Beyond his professional accomplishments, Timm's life was filled with adventure,

laughter, and family. He was an avid outdoorsman who hiked the Appalachian Trail,

climbed Mt. Katahdin in Maine, and traveled across the United States to explore

National Parks and historic landmarks. He also dedicated many years to coaching Little

League softball, where he proudly led the Culpeper VA girls' All-Star team to a district

championship for 11–12 year olds in 1994-a victory that reflected his commitment to

teaching, mentoring, and inspiring others.

Above all, Timm will be remembered for his sarcasm and wit, the love he shared with

his family, and the joy he found in being "Grandpa." His warmth, sense of humor, and

adventurous spirit will live on in those who knew him best.

A burial of ashes ceremony will take place on November 21, 2025, at the Gate of

Heaven Cemetery in Silver Spring, Maryland, at 11:30AM, followed by a luncheon to

celebrate his life. Details to be provided later.

In honor of Timm, donations may be made to causes close to his heart: the ALS

Association, the Appalachian Trail Conservancy, and the U.S. National Parks Service

ALS foundation:

Appalachian trail conservatory:

US National Parks

A Service by Bright Funeral Home and Cremation Center, Wake Forest.

www.brightfunerals.com (919-556-5811)