John Davis Powell Jr. Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of John Davis Powell Jr. of Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina, born in Halifax, North Carolina, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on May 20, 2024 at the age of 81. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, John Powell and Judith Powell; his brother Morton Lee Powell; and his uncle Buddy Powell. He is survived by: his wife Shirley "Slim"; his children, Robert M Paynter Jr. (Becky), Bryan Keith Paynter and Susan Norris-Paynter Kempf (Chris); his grandchildren, Tanner (Nathalie), Hannah (Cameron), Robert III, Parker, Chandler, John, Walker, Bryan, River, Reghan, David and Jada; his aunts, Gertrude Clary (Carl) and Theresa Powell (Buddy); his nephew John Powell; his niece Julya Powell (Ralph); and his precious, Queen and Miss Kitty.
