Public Viewing : Friday, June 26, 2020
W.E. Lusain Funeral Home
629 Goldwire Way South West - B'ham, AL 35211
Parlor 2 - 1pm-4pm
Funeral Service: Saturday, June 27, 2020
St. James Missionary Baptist Church
1300 24th Street N. - B'ham, AL 35234
Service Time: 12pm
Burial: Zion Memorial Cemetery
Brother Douglas Powe was born September 29, 1927 in Coy, AL to Mr. Robert and Mrs. Edith Frances Powe. Following an extended stay in Coy, he met and married Sarah Frances Dexter. This union was blessed by God for 58 years.
Brother Powe was a sibling of a very large family. He moved to Birmingham and began his employment with Jim Walter Industries. He retired from Jim Walter after 30 years of dedicated service.
He is the father of ten children: Annie Lee Ferrell, Robert Lee Powe (deceased), Willie James Powe (deceased), Lelia Louise Cooley, Lawrence Edward Powe (deceased), Patricia Ann King, Carol Elaine McClain, Reginald Powe, Eric Quinton Powe and Lisa Renee Fells.
He knew the importance of having a personal relationship with God and accepted the Lord as his Savior and united with the family of Gaines Chapel A.M.E. Church under the leadership of Pastor Richard Davis.
Brother Powe will always be remembered for his love for his Family, fishing, hunting, walking in the park and riding his bike.
He was preceded in death by his wife of 58 years, Sarah Frances Powe, parents, Mr. Robert and Edith Frances Powe, sons, Robert Lee Powe, Willie James Powe, Lawrence Edward Powe, Step Mom, Mrs. Annie Powe, Siblings, Leroy Powe, Strother Powe, Luberta Perryman, John Powe, Julius Powe, Robert Lee Powe, Evvie Wright, Frances Woods, Rosetta Hammond, Ola Blount, Bertha Hickland and Gladys Prewitt.
His memories will live forever in the hearts of, Daughters, Lelia Louise Cooley (Jimmy), Patricia Ann King, Carol Elaine McClain (Horace) and Lisa Fells (John). Sons, Reginald Powe and Eric Quinton Powe. Sister, Annie Laura Williams, 17 grandchildren, 20 great grandchildren, a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. A special thank you to Moniko, Reginald and Michael for their assistance in caring for our loved one.
Professional services provided by:
W. E. Lusain Funeral Home and Crematory, Birmingham, AL
I am at a loss for words. Two brothers, two gentle-men, gone together.
Although it’s difficult today to see beyond the sorrow, may looking back in memory help comfort you tomorrow.
The Fisher Family
I will miss you Uncle Douglas. We had a good time fishing together, hunting and talking about fishing and hunting. Take your rest!
Your Nephew
I will forever treasure in my heart the memories we shared. Like the times I stopped by and sat with you on your porch as I went on and on talking. You were quiet and soft-spoken and let your long-winded Niece do most of the talking. However, when you did have something to say, I was eager to hear. Thank you for the words of Wisdom! You were a Man of God and Family.
Losing both you and Uncle Julius marks the End of An Era as we knew it. Our Family is Forever Changed. You will be Truly Missed. Take Your Sweet Rest! We loved you dearly, still God loved you The Best!
Lisa
Your Nephew,
Sam Powe
Love,
Sheree Powe
Uncle Douglas, I am grateful to have been part of your life. God truly blessed our family when He made you. Continue your rest.
Love,
Shay
Take your rest Uncle! Your journey down here is completed.
"Earth Has No Sorrow that Heaven Cannot Heal."
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I am at a loss for words. Two brothers, two gentle-men, gone together.
Although it’s difficult today to see beyond the sorrow, may looking back in memory help comfort you tomorrow.
The Fisher Family
I will miss you Uncle Douglas. We had a good time fishing together, hunting and talking about fishing and hunting. Take your rest!
Your Nephew
