Jeffrey “Jeff” Powell, 57 of Hickory, NC passed away, Monday, February 23, 2026.
Born on July 6, 1968, he was the son of Mary Powell and the late Jack Powell. Jeff worked all his life in the furniture manufacturing industry, most recently at Hickory Chair. He was an avid collector of antiques, oddities and metal sculptures. Jeff loved working in flower gardens and enjoyed cooking and eating good meals with friends and family.
Jeff is survived by his mother, Mary Powell; sister, Susan Beach (Warren); brothers, Jonathan Powell (Amy Henson) and Jacob Powell (Caelee); nieces, Larren Williams (Robert), Taylor Gragg, and McErynn Powell; nephew, Charles Powell; great-niece, Adaleigh Gragg; and his beloved canine companion, Bella. Also left to cherish his memory are many dear friends and various other family members.
In addition to his father, Jeff was preceded in death by his grandparents, Jesse and Glenn Powell, and Ettie and Robert Cobb, Sr.
A celebration of life will be held at a later date.
Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center is assisting the family with the arrangements.
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I am so sorry to hear about Jeff. We were in school together at Oak Hill and then Freedom. Jeff always made me laugh and I know he will be truly missed by all of us.
I had the pleasure of working with Jeff at SpartaCraft for several years, where he ran one of our furniture finishing departments. Jeff was an absolute professional at what he did, and you could always count on his work being done right. One of my favorite memories was bringing customers through the plant for tours and stopping by Jeff’s department. He would greet everyone with a big smile and immediately make them feel welcome. Then, with his great “radio voice,” he would confidently explain how our company would take care of the customer’s needs — and you could tell he truly took pride in the work he and his team were doing. Jeff was well liked and respected by his teammates and by me. I’m sure that when Jeff reached heaven’s gates, he was welcomed warmly for a life well lived. He will be greatly missed.
What a loss. Jeff was a beautiful soul who would do anything for his friends. He was a neighbor a friend and gave great joy to all those around him. My sincere prayers for his family. Rest in peace and love my friend
Susan and family. I’m so sorry to read about the Passing of your brother, Jeff. I pray for comfort and strength in the upcoming days. God bless each of you.
So sorry to hear of Jeff's passing. Lifting all of you up in prayer.
Jeff was a wonderful soul . He use to make us laugh so hard we would be in tears. He had a great personality and a loving heart.We would set and watch crazy movies eat popcorn and he would have us up dancing and singing to those parts of the movies. We loved him as a brother we never had.Even when he moved to Hickory some how we lost touch. We still will bring up those memories that we never forgot. Just wanted his family to know how much my family love him. Jeff and my mom worked together at Drexel Furniture for several years. I'm so sorry to hear about his passing. To his family you are in our thoughts and prayers.
We both would have loved for Jeff to stay longer with us. But the LORD saw need to call him home now. To stay longer may have been a hard life for him to overcome. We will reach out later. Our love and prayers to you, Caroline, and to the entire family.
I am so very sorry for your loss. Jeff has always meant alot to me throughout my life, and I will always hold the special memories I have of him close in my heart. I loved him so much. I will be lifting your family up in prayer for peace and comfort, especially in your upcoming days!
May the Celestial light of Heaven shone on your family and give them peace. Its been years since I saw you, but you were always very nice and a friendly person. rest in Peace
Mary, Susan, John, and Jacob I am so sorry. All of you are in my thoughts and prayers!