Larry Wayne Powell

Larry Wayne Powell, Jr., 25, of Morganton went home to be with Jesus on Wednesday, January 23, 2013 due to a tragic automobile accident. Born in Burke County, NC on June 14, 1987, he was the son of Larry Wayne Powell and Tammy Lane Powell. A very family oriented man, he was a beloved husband, son, and dedicated father. Larry, Jr. had a wonderful loving and giving spirit. He will be forever cherished by all who loved and knew him. Larry, Jr. was a lifelong member of Calvary Assembly of God. He loved archery, hunting, and the outdoors.Larry, Jr. is survived by his wife of 8 years, Heather Marie Powell of the home; sons, Matthew and Luke Powell of the home; his paternal grandmother, Aileen Hughes Powell; his maternal grandmother, Rosa Lee Burnette Carneal; sisters, Celinda Reese Miller and her husband, Shy, of Concord, NC and Samantha Leanne Alley of Morganton; brothers, Norris, William, and Jesse Powell, all of Morganton; and a number of nieces and nephews, especially Madison and Michael Brittain, and Cainen Miller.Larry, Jr. was preceded in death by his beloved brother, Donnie Powell; his best friend and cousin, Michael Banner; his paternal grandfather, Larry Matthew Powell; and his maternal grandfather, Clarence Paul Lane.The funeral will be held at 3:30 p.m., Sunday, January 27, 2013 at Calvary Assembly of God with Rev. Mike Whisnant officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends at the church from 2:00 until 3:30 p.m. prior to the service. At other times the family will be at the home of his parents.Memorial contributions may be made to Sossoman Funeral Home, P.O. Box 2608, Morganton, NC 28680 to help with expenses or to Calvary Assembly of God, 3747 Pea Ridge Road, Morganton, NC 28655.Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center is assisting the family with the arrangements.