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Jack Walton Powell, 82, of Morganton, NC passed away Wednesday, December 21, 2022.
Born in Burke County, NC on May 11, 1940, he was the son of the late Walter Glenn Powell and Jessie Irene Moore Powell. Jack was a lifelong member of Zion Baptist Church where he served as a deacon and loved to sing in the choir. He was a veteran of the NC National Guard.
As a young man, Jack worked with his father cutting pulp wood. He then worked for many years at Mull Oil before retiring from Dana Corporation.
Jack enjoyed classic cars and attending car shows. He never met a stranger and could talk to anyone for hours.
Jack is survived by his wife of 60 years, Mary Caroline Cobb Powell; children, Susan Powell Beach (Warren), Jeffrey Powell, Jonathan Powell (Amy Henson), and Jacob Powell (Caelee); grandchildren, Larren Williams (Robert), Taylor Gragg, Charles Powell, and McErynn Powell; great-granddaughter, Adaleigh Gragg; sister, Jean Ramsey (Poe); and brother-in-law, Bobby Patton.
In addition to his parents, Jack was preceded in death by a sister, Mabel Patton.
The family will receive friends from 12 to 1 p.m., Wednesday, December 28, 2022 at Zion Baptist Church. The memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. in the church with Rev. Keith Rose and Dr. Ralph May officiating. Military honors will be provided by the NC National Guard.
Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center is assisting the family with the arrangements.
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I'm sorry to hear about Jack's passing. He was always such a sweet, kind & friendly person to all he came in contact with. He will be missed by many. I pray for comfort & peace for you all. God bless you. In
Praying for comfort and peace for this sweet family during this difficult time!! Sending hugs your way!!
MARY AND FAMILY, So sorry to hear of Jacks passing.He was a great man and a dear friend. Weve had many good times and laughs when he would come by the shop and visit. He loved his Lord and savior and loved his family dearly . He will be missed dearly. Prayers for the holy spirits comfort on each of you during these difficult days . Sonny Sisk (Carbon City Body Shop)
Jack is the grandfather of my grandson, Charles Powell. He was always friendly and I could tell he loved Charles very much, there will be a void I know in Charles’s life but we know we will see Jack again in that eternal heavenly home..
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family.
I love you, Uncle Jack.
Our prayers and thoughts are with you as you travel through this loss. Jack was a wonderful person and a valued member of Zion Baptist Church. Jack will be missed but always loved.
My deepest sympathy to all the family.Enjoyed talking to Jack when he came to our breakfast at Oak Hill Methodist. He will be greatly missed by family and community. He was a good man.
My deep condolences to you and family
Prayers are with Jacks family and friends. I worked with him at Dana for several years Jack Was. Hard working person and never met a stranger RIP old friend Jack Poteet