James Powell

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James Powell

1933-2015

 

James Powell, 82, of Terrell, passed away Oct. 3, 2015.  James was born in Lone Oak to Denton and Hazel Fortenberry Powell, both of whom preceded him in death along with his daughter, Deborah Pyles; brother, Joe Powell; and niece, Tammy Powell.

He was a well-known and well respected rancher and he was a longtime resident of the Terrell area since 1972.

James is survived by his wife, Bettye; children, Jimmy, Betsy , Becky and husband, Carl Bates, Rick, Vicki Kay and husband, Clarence Flinn, Rob, and Rusty and wife, Angie Powell; 19 grandchildren; 36 great grandchildren and; 1 great-great grandchild as well as many other extended family and a host of friends.

Funeral services were held Oct. 7, 2015, at Anderson-Clayton Bros. Chapel. A private interment followed. 

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Union Valley VFD, 7965 FM 1565, Royse City,75189 or at www.unionvalleyvfd.com.