Mr. Paul Powell, 93, passed away Thursday, September 16, 2021 in Waco, TX. Graveside service will be 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 21st at Oakwood Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6-8 p.m. Monday, Sept. 20th at the funeral home.
Paul was born on July 7, 1928 in Waco, TX to James Douglas, Sr., and Annie Alberta (Griffith) Powell. He was a life time resident of Waco. Paul graduated from Waco High School in 1947. He attended Baylor University for a short time and then joined the United States Marine Corps in 1951. He served 30 years. He married the love of his life, Bobbie Ann Godwin on Feb. 17, 1955 in Waco and celebrated 47 years together before her death in 2002.
He is preceded in death by his parents, wife, Bobbie Powell, 2 sisters and 2 brothers.
He is survived by his sons, Mark Powell (Vanessa) of Tuscaloosa, AL, Keith Powell (Kathy) of Maxwell, TX, daughter, Rebecca Holloway (Ken) of Robinson, TX; 4 grandchildren, 7 great-grandchildren and 2 great-great-grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews and a host of friends. He will be greatly missed.