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William Powell Obituary
William Henry Powell, 85, of Madison Heights, passed away on Tuesday, April 21, 2021, at his residence. He was the husband of Sylvia Walker Powell. Born on February 25, 1936, in Lynchburg, he was the son of the late Clarence Powell and the late Fannie (Suddith) Powell.
William was a retired mechanic for UPS and a member of Randolph Memorial Baptist Church.
In addition to his parents, Williams was preceded in death by two sons, Michael Keith Powell and Patrick Lloyd Powell; two siblings, Russell Powell and Barbara Hankins; one granddaughter, Gabierelle Lovelace; and one great-granddaughter, Makaelyn Staples.
In addition to his wife, William is survived by two daughters, April Staples (Bruce) of Lynchburg, and Melody Powell of Lynchburg; four grandchildren, Brandon Staples, Durand Lovelace, Jasmine Ford and Candice Rennell; four great-grandchildren, Zachary Nuggett, Kathryn Nuggett, Breelyn Staples and Bryson Staples; and other loving family members and friends.
A graveside service will be conducted 11 a.m., Monday, April 26, 2021, at Meade Cemetery with Dr. Derik Hamby officiating. The family will receive friends from 3 until 5 p.m., Sunday, April 25, 2021, at Whitten Monelison Chapel.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Randolph Memorial Baptist Church or the Monelison Rescue Squad.
To send online condolences to the family, please visit www.whittenmonelison.com.
Whitten Monelison Chapel is serving the family, (434) 929-5712.
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Sheila Schaefer
April 26, 2021
Sylvia and Family, My heart breaks for you all. Will is such a sweet soul and will be greatly missed. May you all cherish the beautiful memories until you are together again. Praying for you all.
Sheila
dot mitchell
April 26, 2021
i am sorry to hear about your husband. may he rest in peace. prayers for the family
Susan and Ricky Jones
April 24, 2021
Sylvia we are so sorry for your loss. Will was a good man. He always had a smile and a kind word. Praying for you and all of his loved ones; have comfort in knowing the Lord will give you His peace and strength. Wonderful memories will soon replace the sadness.
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