Gary Harrell Powell
February 14, 1941 - March 29, 2022
Gary Harrell Powell, 81, of Euharlee, Georgia, entered his Heavenly home on March 29, 2022. He is the son of Russell and Retha Powell of Graceville, Florida. He was preceded in death by his parents; his brother, Stanley Powell; and his grandson, Aaron Powell. He is survived by his wife of 62 years Elizabeth Spears Powell; his daughters, Starla Powell and Twila Powell (Billy) Williamson; his son, Marcus (Michelle) Powell; his grandsons Caleb Williamson, Levi Williamson and Zachary Powell. He also leaves behind those he loves as if they were his children, Billy Williamson, Ray Goodson and Rhonda Abbott. A graduate of Graceville High School, Class of 1959, Gary began his working years as a route man for Colonial Bakery and progressed to executive level for their cooperate office, Campbell Taggart. During his life he served as President of Bibb County Schools Supporters of the Gifted, President of Sugar Bear Band Booster Club and advisory board of Holy Manna Ministries. He was an accomplished percussionist, Sunday School teacher, choir member and gardener. He loved God and people. In his last years, he was a member of The Church at Liberty Square in Cartersville, Georgia. A Home-going service will be 3 p.m., Friday, April 1, 2022, at Marvin Chapel Cemetery with James & Lipford Funeral Home directing. Family will receive friends at the Chapel of James & Lipford Funeral Home, 2 p.m. until time of service.
Gary Harrell Powell, 81, of Euharlee, Georgia, entered his Heavenly home on March 29, 2022. He is the son of Russell and Retha Powell of Graceville, Florida. He was preceded in death by his parents; his brother, Stanley Powell; and his grandson,... View Obituary & Service Information