Deaconess Geraldine B. Powell "Gerald" Obituary in South Hill at Feggins Funeral Home

Obituary For Deaconess Geraldine B. Powell "Gerald"

VIEWING: Friday, November 22, 2024/ Time: 12:30 PM - 5:00 PM

SERVICE: Saturday, November 23, 2024/ Time: 1:00 PM/ Roanoke Zion RZUA Church, 3884 Hwy Nine-0-Three, Bracey, VA 23919/ Rev. Benjamin Wartman, Pastor

INTERMENT: Church Cemetery

DEACONESS GERALDINE B. POWELL, affectionately called “Gerald” was born January 14, 1943 to the late Ulysses and Pannie Mae Boyd Bracey in Mecklenburg County, VA and departed this life November 13, 2024 in VCU-Community Memorial Healthcenter in South Hill, VA. She was also preceded in death by her siblings- Willie, William, and Thomas Bracey, and Junior Macklin.

At an early age Geraldine was baptized and joined Roanoke Zion RZUA Church in Bracey, VA. She served in many auxiliaries of the church: President of the Choir, a member of the Mother’s and Deaconess Board, Missionary and the Pastor’s Aide. One of Gerald’s greatest joys was singing in the choir.

In 1967, she was married to the late Roosevelt Powell and to this union two sons were born, Eulis and Percell.

She always wore a smile and she loved to laugh. In her spare time, she enjoyed watching her soap operas and the Andy Griffith Show.

Gerald leaves to mourn two devoted sons- Eulis Roosevelt (Meleane) Powell of Suitland, MD; Percell Powell (Angelia) of LaCrosse, VA; five grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; two sisters- Ida Mae (Cecil) Coleman of LaCrosse, VA and Magnolia Dunson of Laurel, MD: sister-in-law, Mary Bracey of LaCrosse, VA; special and devoted friends- Florence Macklin, Beverly Hendrick, Cora Giles, and Osinia Whittle, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends.

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My condolences to the Powell family during the loss of your love one. May her memories bring comfort in the coming days. Praying for y'all . Barbara Brown Finley & family

To the Bracey and Powell family I send my deepest condolences to your family and friends for the loss of your mother and your sister. I've enormous power ever since I was a little girl and she was a pleasant woman with a beautiful smile that she continue to rest in peace, Wanda Noisette and family.

Sending prayers 🙏 to our family,

With our sincere condolences to The Powell Family sending thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Audrey Thomas Macklin and family

Condolence to the Powell/Bracey Family. Gerald was a beacon of light to all she met. She was a STAR to the Roanoke Zion Church Family. The choir will never be the same as she was a great leader to follow. We will truly miss her. May you find comfort in the one and only true God. He shall be your sword and shield. Lean to him for your comfort. May your memories keep her light shining and bring you peace.

Condolence to the Powell/Bracey Family. Gerald was a beacon of light to all she met. She was a STAR to the Roanoke Zion Church Family. The choir will never be the same as she was a great leader to follow. We will truly miss her. May you for comfort in the one and only true God. He shall be your sword and shield. Lean to him for your comfort. May your memories keep her light shining and bring you peace.