Rose Powell, 82, went Home to her eternal reward on Wednesday, March 19, 2008. She was born in Crockett County, TN on April 6, 1925, the daughter of the late Walker and Rachel (nee: Warren) Koonce. On November 27, 1947, in Corinth, MS she was united in marriage to Theophlious Powell who preceded her in death on December 15, 1988. Mrs. Powell had been employed by A.M.C.- Chrysler for over 30 years. She was a longtime member of Greater Mt. Eagle Missionary Baptist Church, a former member of the Usher Board a retiree of the U.A.W. Local 72, the Order of he Eastern Star Prince Hall affiliate. She enjoyed quilting, fishing and going to family reunions. Her three greatest loves were her God, her family and her church. Surviving are her daughter Shirlee (McKinley) Miller of Racine, stepson Ray N. (Esther) Fischer Sr. of Rochester, NY; grandchildren, Dr. Tamitha (Eric) Fischer-Campbell of Washington D.C. and Ray N. Fischer Jr. of St. Petersburg, FL; brother-in-law William “Squeaky” Powell of Loa Angeles, CA. Her nieces, nephews, cousins other relatives further survive her including her very special nephews, James Powell Jr. and Willie Thornton; and great nephew Andre Gillespie all of Racine and special cousin LaVel Claybrook of Duluth, GA. In addition to her parents and beloved husband her sister Robbie Ophelia Powell and her favorite grand-dogs Cherokee and Pepper preceded her in death. Her Homegoing Service will be held on Friday, March 28th, at 11:00 a.m. in the Greater Mt. Eagle Missionary Baptist Church, 929 State St., with Rev. Keith Evans and Rev. Dr. Charles Thornhill officiating. Visitation will be in the church on Friday, March 28th from 9:00 a.m. until the time of the Service. Burial will follow in Graceland Cemetery. DRAEGER LANGENDORF FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORY 4600 County Line Rd. 552-9000
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