Bobby Gene Powell, 89, of Morganton, NC, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, December 28, 2025.
Born in Cherokee County, SC on February 1, 1936, he was the son of the late Lewis Edgar Powell and Jessie Upchurch Powell.
Bobby was a long-time member of Cross Memorial Baptist Church where he served as a deacon and Sunday school teacher. Bobby loved his family and church family. He enjoyed reading, listening to gospel and bluegrass music, and gardening. He was a simple, devout, Christian man and was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather.
Those left to cherish his memory include his children, Keith Mayfield (Janie), Jessie “Polly” Powell Presnell (Greg), Bobby Powell, Jr., and Dennis “Randy” Powell (special friend, Ken); grandchildren, Stephen and Jessica (Tim); great-grandchildren, Gabby and Justin; step-grandchildren, Luke and Megan; step-great-grandchildren, Landre and Shelby; sister-in-law, Minky Powell; and numerous nieces, nephews, and extended family.
In addition to his parents, Bobby was preceded in death by his wife, Geraldine Elizabeth Mayfield Powell; three brothers, David, Wayne, and Joe Powell; and a sister, Pat Boyd.
The family will receive friends from 1 to 2 p.m., Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at Sossoman Funeral Home. The funeral will be held at 2 p.m. in the Colonial Chapel of the funeral home with Rev. Jeffrey Beach officiating. Burial will follow at Burke Memorial Park.
Memorial contributions may be made to Cross Memorial Baptist Church, Grace Heights Health and Rehab, or to Amorem Hospice.
Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center is assisting the family with the arrangements.
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To the family ,I loved Mr Powell he was always so sweet and kind to just know you all are in our prayers while he is running and shouting on the streets of GOLD
So sorry to hear of Bobby's passing. He was a special friend to my dad Buren White. They were very close friends for years. You are in our thoughts and prayers. May God bless you during this time. The Buren White family.
So sorry to hear of Bobby's passing. He was a special friend to my dad Buren White. They were very close friends for years. You are in our thoughts and prayers. May God bless you during this time. The Buren White family.
Love you Dennyman prays go up Blessing come down
So sorry to hear of bob’s passing. He was a good man a godly man. I am fortunate to have known him for near 50 years and have lots of good memories. Family my prayers are with you all as you grieve his passing but rejoice in knowing he is with Jesus at this moment and forever. I know he heard the words from Jesus saying well done my good and faithful servant. Prayers for all
Polly, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your dad. You and Steven and the family are in my prayers.
Be stronge and bask in God's light. With this candle may your loved ones light be forever in your harts
Bobby was a kind, sweet fellow always the same with a big smile and kind greeting! He will always be remembered by his family and friends as a very special gift of knowing and loving him! Family please know you are in my thoughts and prayers! Sincerely, Mary B. Tallent
Dennis, So sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family.