Mary C. Powell, 83, was called Home by her Lord and Savior on Monday, March 3, 2008. She was born in Springfield, IL on November 17, 1924 the daughter of the late Thomas and Della (nee: Jackson) Banks. Mrs. Powell had been employed by St. John’s Hospital in Springfield, IL. On March 31, 1979, here in Racine she was united in marriage to Joseph Powell. She was then employed as a nurse for the City of Racine and later by All Saints- St. Mary’s Hospital. She was a faithful and dedicated member of Wayman A.M.E. Church and served on the Steward Board for many years. Mrs. Powell was also a member of the Community Women’s Group. Her greatest loves were her family, her God, her church and her cooking. Surviving are her beloved husband “Papa” Joe, their children; Theresa (Scott) Adair of Indianapolis, IN, Demetrius Powell of Milwaukee, and Juanita Copeland of Charlotte, SC; 5 loving grandchildren, Jennifer Lynn Foy, Jessica Ann Hood, Jason Monroe Hood, their father William Hood Jr., Stacey Sayles and Charlisa Powell; her adoring great grandchildren, Christian, Alexa and Caleb Foy; 2 sisters Anna Watson of Kenosha and Edith Haley of Springfield, IL; sisters-in-law Annabelle Banks and Dorothy Banks both of Springfield, IL and Evelyn Powell of Racine. Also surviving are several nieces, nephews, other relatives and a host of friends. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by 7 siblings. Her Homegoing Service will be held in Wayman A.M.E. Church, 424 N. Memorial Dr., on Friday, March 7th at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Charlene B. Mills officiating. Visitation will be in the funeral home on Thursday from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. and in the church on Friday from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the Service. Burial will follow in West Lawn Memorial Park.
Jennifer, Christian, Alexa and Caleb Foy says
Nana,
Our hearts are aching with so much pain, but we look forward to the time when we can see you again.
Your scent and your smile will truly be missed, for having you as our nana was our favorite gift.
Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Bell says
Mom,
Thanks for all the times we shared. You will be missed, but never forgotten.
Love,
Alfred and Christine Bell
Jason M. Hood says
I love you Grandma!Your wisdom and your love will be with me forever.
Serilda, Brianna, Bianca, Blaine, Brian says
We are truly sorry, We will miss you so much. It is truly too soon. You were such an angel.
Enjonae and Wayne Anderson says
Grandma Mary,
We will miss you. You were always so warm and welcoming. You ALWAYS had a smile on your face, and something good to eat. You are loved and will be missed by so many people.
Arthur & Shelby Foy says
Please accept our most sincere sympathies. Miss Mary was such a wonderful person. So supportive of us when we lost our son. We can not express to you how sad we are. We will ever be in prayer for the family.
Arthur Foy says
I want to join the family and
friends in celebrating the life
of Mary C Powell. I thank god
everyday for how my daughter in
law grand children and my late
son Arthur Foy, how there lives
were shaped by Mary C powell.
Mr. and Mrs. Charlie Johnson says
“Papa Joe” & family The Lord took a great Lady of God home surely her presents is missed by so many right here on “Villa Street” every day. Mrs. Powell was a “Real Gem” in our lives. Yet God knows what’s best. We loved her, We’re praying for you all, We love you all.
May The Lord bless and keep you Charlie,Eloise & family
Julia Burney-Witherspoon says
Mrs. Powell,
I miss you like crazy. You were such a kind, and thoughtful neighbor and friend.
I will never forget when you made me Chicken & Dumplings whenever I asked you to.
I am so sorry that I was unable to be at your funeral, because I was at a funeral in Mississippi. My husband’s grandmother passed on the same day that you did.
Mr. Powell, we are here if you should need anything.
I miss you, and I will always love you.
Julia Burney-Witherspoon