Ralph David Powell
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Charlotte, NC
Ralph David Powell passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 25, 2021 at the age of 81. Born on January 3, 1940 in Belmont, NC, David was the son of the late Ralph Woodrow Powell and Gertrude Lawing Powell.
David served his country in the US Air Force and the US Air Force Air National Guard for 20 years. He worked as a Mechanical Technician with General Tire for 20 years. He was a member of Freedom Presbyterian Church. David loved Bluegrass music, Hunting, Fishing and working with his wife in the yard. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend who will be deeply missed.
In addition to his parents, David was preceded in death by a brother, Tim Powell.
David is survived by his beloved wife of 60 years, Alice Bryson Powell; daughter, Stacy Allison Powell; his special grandchildren, Amber Amerson and Robbie Amerson; brothers and sister-in-law, Mike Powell, and Randy and Jeannie Powell; sister, Cathy Hagler; a number of nieces, nephews and cousins that he loved dearly; his faithful cat, 'Pepper".
Family and friends of David Powell are invited to attend his visitation beginning at 3:00 PM until 5:00 PM Sunday, March 28, 2021 at McLean Funeral Director of Belmont. A service of committal will be held beginning at 11:00 AM Monday, March 29, 2021 from the graveside at Gaston Memorial Park. The Rev. Julian Bacon will officiate.
Condolences may be sent to the Powell family online at www.mcleanfuneral.com
In lieu of flowers, contributions in memory of David may be sent to Levine & Dickson Hospice House, 11900 Vanstory Drive, Huntersville, NC 28078.
McLean Funeral Directors of Belmont is serving the Powell family.