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Oscar Powelson Obituary

Oscar Melvin "Mel" Powelson, 91, of Carmichaels, passed away peacefully Monday, October 20, 2025, surrounded by loved ones. A graveside service will be held at 3 p.m. Friday, October 24, in the Jefferson Cemetery, Jefferson, where full military rites will be accorded by the Greene County Honor Guard. Arrangements are under the direction of the Paul M. Lesako Funeral Home, Inc., Carmichaels, Paul M. Lesako, funeral director/owner, and Aaron S. Walker, funeral director. The family suggests donations to the Greene County Humane Society, 183 Jefferson Road, Waynesburg, PA 15320.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Observer-Reporter from Oct. 22 to Oct. 23, 2025.

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3:00 p.m.

Jefferson Cemetery

1491 Jefferson Rd., Jefferson, PA 15344

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204 Dowlin Ave, Carmichaels, PA 15320

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