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Wendell Morris Powell, 85, of Morganton, NC, passed away Thursday, October 9, 2025.
Born in Burke County, NC on September 4, 1940, he was the son of the late Willie Morris Powell and Beatrice Branch Powell.
Wendell was a member of Winkler's Grove Baptist Church and a member of Lovelady Masonic Lodge #670 for over 60 years where he served as Grand District Lecturer for the district. Wendell loved his family and enjoyed his work, and he was an avid fisherman and hunter.
Those left to cherish his memory include his wife, Carolyn Brown Powell; daughter, Wendy Powell; son, Todd Powell (Robin); grandchildren, Terra McGee, Tyler Powell (Gracie), and Taylor Powell; great-grandchildren, Addison, Weston, Presleigh, Chesni, and Teal; sisters, Brenda Digh (Terry) and Delores Sossoman (Joel); and numerous nieces and nephews.
A celebration of Wendell’s life will be held at 2 p.m., Monday, October 13, 2025 in the Colonial Chapel of Sossoman Funeral Home.
Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center is assisting the family with the arrangements.
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Wendell was always kind when we spoke. I am sorry for the family's loss. You're in my thoughts and prayers.
I am so sorry to hear about Wendell. He will be greatly missed!!
I am so sorry for his family's loss.
We are so sorry for your loss. He was loved by our family and will be missed greatly.
Not only a great classmate and friend, but an individual along with wife Carolyn who supported the Drexel Community throughout the years. They were cherished, appreciated, and he will be sorely missed. The Wendell Powell family is a family of love and care for us all and we will miss him. Our prayers are with the family and may they receive peace and understanding. God love them all. Sue Cozort, Class of DHS 1958