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Obituary For Willie Mae Powell

Willie Mae Powell, 88, of Henrico, died September13, 2023. She was preceded in death by her daughters, Jacquelin T. Powell and Dorothy R. Powell. Surviving are her son, John J. Powell, Jr. (Sandra); three grandchildren, several great grandchildren, three sisters, Marian Eaves (Luther), Dorothy Coley (Edward) and Sheila Turner, host of other relatives and friends. Remains rest at Scott's Funeral Home, 115 E. Brookland Park Blvd., where viewing will be held Friday, September 22 from 10 a.m. until 7 p.m. Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Saturday, September 23 at Sharon Baptist Church, 500 E. Laburnum Ave. Rev. Dr. Paul A. Coles, officiating. Interment Roselawn Memory Gardens.

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Condolences to the family,loved ones and friends of Willie Mae. Keeping you'll in our thoughts and prayers at the difficult time. Rest in paradise Willie Mae. Sincerely your former neighbors the Winstons-Linda,Phelix Jr,Glen and Marlon. 🙏🙏

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Our deepest condolences to the Powell family. Mrs. Willie Mae was an example to me, (like so many other Women of God of SBC that have gone home)of a sweet mother. She was stunning, elegant and gentle. As a young woman I admired those character traits. She love God and praised Him in music and song. I pray that God continue bless the family, and grant you His peace in this season. Love you Vanessa Bryant Hamilton

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Mrs. Willie Mae Powell was much more to my husband (Rev. Evans White) and I than I could ever express. Our hearts fell in love with her the moment she came to First Union Baptist Church in Mechanicsville (around 1977) to be the musician for the Senior Choir (now the Sanctuary Choir),under the pastorate of the late Rev. B.S. Giles, Sr. She brought much poise and excellence to the music ministry there. I was privileged to sing in the choir during her tenure and under her direction led what became my signature song, "Through It All". She greatly influenced my technique of playing the piano and organ as well as my teaching of songs to the choirs I played for. We continued to draw closer over the years, and visited her home many times and she visited ours. She always welcomed us with warmth and love and, without a doubt, would go to the piano and we enjoyed singing together. She always lovingly encouraged and supported us wherever the Lord led us in our ministry and pastorate. Over the years, we kept in touch through calls and visits; whenever I would call her she always greeted me with, "Hello Darling, how are my "other son and daughter doing"? Like many others we enjoyed her singing over the phone, "You Are My Sunshine" and other songs such as "Just Have Faith In God". We still have recordings of her singing those songs. I thank God that we were privileged to visit her at the home of her son, John, and daughter-in-law, Sandra, a few times last year. She always raved about how they treated her like a Queen. "Mom Willie Mae" will always hold a special place in our hearts. We are thankful that we have many of her handmade crafts to remember her by-knitted butterflies and slippers, floral arrangements, fall and Christmas wreaths. We loved her so and will miss her greatly. Our loss is Heaven's gain. Family, our prayers and love will continue to be with you. Rev. Dr. Evans C. and Rose B. White

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Condolences to the family of Willie Mae, My wife and I are deeply sadden by her passing. Willie Mae was like a sister to my wife,but take comfort in knowing GOD knows what's best for all of us. Thomas and Sarah Hicks!!

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My Condolences to Dorothy, Marion and Shelia and Families. We all grew up together, went to school and Church together. Willie Mae was good people and will be missed.🙏🏽❤️🙏🏽❤️

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My sincere condolences to the Powell family. Willie Mae and I graduated from Virginia Randolph and we remain friends ever since. I called her my singing buddy and every time she called me, she always greeted me with the song, You are my shine even though there were other songs as well in which I enjoyed them. Sadly, I will surely miss her but good memories last forever. Shirley A. Huskerson

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Our condolences to the family. Mrs Powell was the choir director for our Sanctuary Choir for some years. We are grateful for her ministry in song and music ` Pat Hunter-Jordan, First Union Baptist Church, Mechanicsville``

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Iam going to really miss my gma Mae allway telling me the c note is in the front of the to black keys from your grandson John John

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Condolences is extended to Mrs Powell's family.She was our musician at St James Baptist church many years ago. She loved playing and singing and I was one of her choir members! She was always kind and professional! Family find peace knowing that we share in your loss.John F. &Veronica Pollard

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Willie Mae was my Junior Choir director at Sharon Baptist Church. She was an excellent musician. She was also like a sister and mentor to me over the years. I will truly miss her. My husband Roger and I would like to extend our sincere condolences to her son and other family members. Rosalyn While Moore

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