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
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.