Arnell Rufus Powell, Jr. (Hakeem Muhammad)

Inna lillahi wa inna illahi rajioon, to God we belong and to Him we return. May the Peace and blessings of Allah be upon him and the family always. May Allah bless him for being a good man, community man and a man of sacrifice! "O soul that are at rest! Return to your Lord, well-pleased (with him), well-pleasing (Him), So enter among My servants, And enter into My garden." (Quran, 89:27-30). My children and I will always remember Brother Hakeem and his family! I have so many fond memories that will cherish forever. Inshallah may we meet again in Jannah! Peace and love, Tunisia

God allowed me to raise this wonderfully beautiful son. He grew to be the greatest "MAN" that I and my daughter, Barbara, ever knew! I thank you GOD for him; our Blessing!!! Mom, Pearl

It is amazing how you touched people's lives in such a loving way. Young and old flocked to you, as you showered them with genuine care,comfort in their times of struggle, and gave them that sense of their importance and pleasure in your knowing them. Even children felt your tenderness and always wanted to be ne around you.

Thank you all for your kind sentiments, because you're right! Arnell is MY big brother, but it was always amazing to watch him touch the lives of soo many. He certainly had the Gift of bringing people together in the warmth of Fellowship. I love him dearly. He is One of a Kind! He is still GOD's Gift to me. Barbara Powell Nollie

Brenda and family, We send our condolences and we are story to hear. I'm going to miss Hakeem picking with me. Lisa & William Smith.

To the Powell family I hope our though and prayers will support you all during time like these. Hakeem will never be forgotten. Love you all..Vickie,Akua and Shantelle and The Jones family.

To my wonderful uncle and protector,

So many memories come flooding back as I think back on the many years you blessed us with your life here on earth. I regret not talking with you more as an adult, but I will forever remember the many words of advice and guidance given, your always optimistic and determined attitude about life,and your comical presence. You will truly be missed and always loved by many. Thank you uncle for everything. I love you.

To my surviving family, please know that I am with you, even though I am thousands of miles away and cannot get there physically. I am mourning with you and sending prayers and love. I love you all deeply.

Blessings, Love and Prayers,

Leslie N. and Family, Hawaii

Prayers to your family ms brenda. Sarah jane barbara

To his wife Brenda and his family, Hakeem is family, he his my cousins in-law, he always made you laugh joking with people, a really nice guy to be around, just treat all the same like family, he was the best hair stylist ever along with his wife, I am going to miss you so much, I would just call you on Thursday's and say I am coming to see you and you say come on, to his Wife Brenda and his mother, family you have my deepest condolences and prayers, their is this song by four wonderful singer, the name of the song is ( Missing You) I love and miss you always Gwendolyn Alexander

Arnell Powell III, you and your family are in my prayers. Queen Roots

Brenda and Family words cannot express the sadness I am feeling about the passing of Hakeem he always made me laugh when I came to the shop I will never forget him, Rest Well Hakeem. Brenda you are in my thoughts Love you my Sister. Beverly Hall Williams.

So sorry for your loss. Praying for the family in this time of sorrow. No words can comfort you right now. But knowing friends and family are here for you with love hopefully will help to heal your pain.

Brenda and Family I'm so sorry for your loss my heart and prayers are with you at this time

No words can express the hurt I felt on that morning. When the person that took me up under his wing like a eagle covering his babies and said you gonna be alright. I REMEMBER all the days and night I spent in Pearl Shop & Hair Tech for 10+yrs, working (doing nails) with my Aunt and Uncle. We ate, shopped, hung out and most of all LAUGHED TOGETHER ALL THE TIME. I LOVE YOU FOREVER Hakeem and I will forever appreciate how you LOVED MY AUNTI Brenda... She will be just fine we will take care of her for you now. You just rest easy, and know your FOREVER IN OUR HEARTS . YOUR Spoiled Niece Shiris #Heworkedhardforhisfamily

Brenda and Family, Words may not suffice to express the heartfelt sorrow that we feel for the passing of Hakeem. Please accept my condolences. We knew Hakeem for over 30years. It really feels like we lose a family member. Rest in peace. Brother. Leroy and Yvette

Brenda and Family, Words may not suffice to express the heartfelt sorrow that we feel for the passing of Hakeem. Please accept my condolences. We knew Hakeem for over 30years. It really feels like we lose a family member. Rest in peace. Brother.

I wanted to extend my condolences and prayers to your family. The loss of a loved one is not easy to get over but we know he is with his God. We pray for peace and comfort for your family. God bless you! The Drummond Family.

Brenda and family, we send our condolences and love to you. As you know Arnell and James (Hickman) were the best of friends. They were more like brothers than friends. We appreciate all of the times that we have all shared time together at Hair Tech and for opening your doors to help Derwin to sharpen the gift that God gave him for hair styling! We have all spent many hours together and always felt like family! Know that we are keeping you in our prayers! Linda Hickman-Pearson and Family

Hakeem and Brenda was just like being with family, we learn a lot from Hakeem and from Brenda too, when I had to bring my son to the shop, he became a Hair Tech baby even before he was born. He will never be forgotten by my Alvin and I. Much Love to Brenda and the family, if you need anything let me know. Gail LaPorte and Alvin Smith Bey

Wow, this man helped to shape my life "Hair Tech" - son stylist. I will never forget you Hakeem and Brenda for all you poured into me. Always love, never forgotten. Rest on my brother. Derwin & Shelley Hickman and kids

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.