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Neil Powell Obituary
Dr. Powell is survived by his son, N. Garrett Powell M.D. (Sonya) of Florida and his daughter Patricia Powell, D.M.A (Peter Brown) of Philadelphia. He is preceded in death by his parents, Clarence Powell and Hilda Garrett Powell, brother James Powell, his first wife Patricia H. Powell of 60 years and his second wife, Barbara S. Powell.
Neil Garrett Powell was born on November 12, 1926 in Quitman, Georgia. After graduating high school in Sanford Florida, Dr. Powell enlisted in the Army/Air Corp, where he completed Officer Training School at Amherst and was given an appointment to West Point. He respectfully declined the honor and instead went on to graduate from the University of Florida with his Bachelors' of Science, in three years. Following this, he then completed his schooling at Emory University's College of Dentistry, with additional training in pedodontics. Dr. Powell began practicing pediatric dentistry in 1955 in Orlando until retirement at age 78.
Dr. Powell was active throughout the community, including being a past president of the Kiwanis Club of Orlando, past president of the Florida Dental Association and past president of the Orange County Dental Society, as well as a sitting member on the Edgewood City Council. The Orlando community has been honored for many years because of Dr. Powell's service to them, especially in 1963 when he founded the Orange County Research Clinic, the first dental clinic for individuals unable to afford dental care.
Dr. Powell was a social, active outdoorsman who was deeply involved in traveling, boating and especially hunting for the majority of his life. He was a part of the Central Florida Showcase TV Show, where he was a weekly panelist, enjoying the company of individuals like Mr. Walt Disney and Mr. Richard Nixon. Dr. Powell started the R.O.D.E.O. club, which stands for "Retired Old Dentists Eating Out".
His family and friends will always remember him as a person who was involved with his community, an irrepressible sense of humor, and tireless energy.
A private family burial is scheduled for the end of April, with a public celebration of life to follow in the future.
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Jon Toothman
June 8, 2020
I would often think of Dr Powell, as i did just now only to sadly discover of his recent passing. I'm saddened and also struck by the memory of some of the literally hundred's of visits he paid me over the years at my RadioShack store on Orange Av. He no question, will always be one of my favorite customers ! I'll never forget one trip years ago when he was accompanied by a very old and long bearded man who Dr Powell introduced to me as a good hunting buddy of his, Orlando Mayor Carl Langford ! I always made sure to greet the good Dr on his arrival, he is likely the last customer who also shopped with my dad in my store before my dad passed 36 years ago, and always spoke nicely of my dad. Likely some 10 years ago he gifted my son, also a baseball enthusiast with the very catchers mitt he played with probably 80 years ago, we will both cherish it for many years to come. He always attended the many holiday events i hosted the week before Thanksgiving and always encouraged me for the next. One year after one of his hunting trips, he gifted me one of his prized pig sausages, i enjoyed it thoroughly !!
We will always remember and love you Dr Powell !
Gale Henderson
May 14, 2020
Dr. Neil Powell was our family dentist back in 50's when we all lived in Orlando. He did awesome painless dental work and thanks for showing all his contributions to improve life's quality! What a wonderful memory of a seeing his picture again! God's Blessings for comfort to all the family, friends , and patients of Dr. Neil!
joan henns
May 12, 2020
HE WAS SUCH A WONDERFUL PERSON AND IT REALLY SADDENS ME TO LEARN OF HIS DEATH. mY CONDOLENCES TO HIS FAMILY. j
cristobal Gutierrez
May 5, 2020
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Dr Booth
May 2, 2020
Neil was a good man & a good friend. Dedicated to his profession & community. He will be missed by everyone he came into contact with .I knew Neil for 60 years & never new a person that did not like him. May he RIP,
Sherry Krawczyk
April 30, 2020
Neil & Pat were dear friends of our folks. Boat trips were legend. The stories hilarious. He had many dear, long time friends. May his memory always be cherished by Gary & Trisha. With heartfelt sympathy to you both. Sherry Smith Krawczyk
Kippy Jones
April 30, 2020
Gary and Tricia, I am so sorry for your loss. Your Dad had a very full life and was loved by many
Stuart Dropkin
April 30, 2020
Neil always had a kind and encouraging word for me when I started practicing dentistry here in Central Florida. And he always wore the most colorful and flashy sports jackets. He will always be remembered fondly.
Sharon Hamilton
April 30, 2020
R.I.P. Dr. P you will be missed.
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