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1930
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2023
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Clifton Powell Obituary
Born in Lynchburg on June 18, 1930, he was a son of the late Clifton Burks Powell, Sr. and Ida Turner Powell Carder. He was a U.S. Navy Veteran; former member of Lynchburg Life Saving Crew; retired from the U.S. Postal Service and was a member of Sandusky Baptist Church.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by two sons, Dennis Powell (Diane) and Steven Powell (Melinda); three grandchildren, Ryan G. Powell, Dr. Rebecca P. Doherty (Chris), and Megan J. Powell and two great-grandchildren.
A funeral service will be conducted 11 a.m., Saturday, May 13, 2023, in the chapel of Heritage Funeral Service. Burial will follow in Fort Hill Memorial Park.
The family will receive friends from 9:30 until 11 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home.
The family would like to thank The Summit Assisted Living for the kindness and love shown to Pete and the family. In lieu of flowers, please consider, Blue Ridge Pregnancy Center, 3701 Old Forest Road, Lynchburg, VA 24501, www.brpcfriends.org or Lynchburg Police Foundation, P.O. Box 911, Lynchburg, VA 24504, www.lynchburgpolicefoundation.org
Heritage Funeral Service and Crematory, (434) 239-2405 is assisting the family. Memories and thoughts may be shared at www.heritagefuneralandcremation.com.
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Robin Gaines
May 16, 2023
Thoughts and prayers
What a pleasure to have been a neighbor & friend
Hugs
Rhonda Smith
May 15, 2023
My Dad worked with Pete at the Post Office. I knew Pete from Sandusky Baptist Church. After my Dad passed, Pete shared stories about him with me. I really enjoyed hearing those! He was a bright light indeed! Prayers for Betty & the family.
LLSC Board
May 14, 2023
So sorry to hear about the loss of this LLSC icon. Pete was a dedicated volunteer for many years. Wishing his family peace at this time. Lynchburg Life Saving Crew Board of Directors.
Kathy Thomas
May 13, 2023
To Pete´s family...
As a young child in the 70s Pete delivered mail to my grandparents house and I was always happy to see him...he was larger than life, always had a smile and kind word for me. Later on my husband and I had the pleasure of taking care of his lawn on Toledo. I´m so sorry for your loss....thinking of him and you guys today.
Rhonda Field
May 13, 2023
Betty, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. All of the stories you shared of you and Pete going to Charlotte to see Dennis, Diane, Ryan and Becky and the great times you shared; and Steve, Melinda, and Megan´s visits it was so clear how close you all are. Praying for comfort for all of you.
A friend from Nationwide,
Rhonda Field
Dennis Powell
May 12, 2023
I'll add a few things I'd like known about my dad. He served for many years as President of the Local Postal Carriers Union. He enjoyed surf fishing with his daughter-in-law, Diane. He loved going to the beach and eating steamed crabs and always looked forward to having his oyster stew on Christmas morning.
He was a powerful personality - totally devoted to his wife and sons, his country and his church.
He will be deeply missed.
Dennis Powell
Stuart Porter
May 12, 2023
Sorry to hear the news on "Pete". I recall that as a little boy on Wilson Ave he always stopped and chatted on his mail route . Later I lived close to him and had a few meals with him at the church. He was nice to everyone. Always a guy you enjoyed seeing. Hi to the family.
Brenda Adams
May 12, 2023
Betty my prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. God blessings to you
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