Dr. Willa Dean Powell, age 91, passed away Thursday, May 16, 2024, in Yakina, Washington. She was born September 21, 1933, to the late Victor LeRoy and Adabelle Powell.
Dr. Powell had an intense passion for teaching, she earned a PHD, and she certified student teachers for the Washington State Office of Public Instructions and worked as a professor of education at Central Washington University. Dr. Powell also taught Children’s Church at the Baptist Church, where she also played the piano and organ her entire life.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Victor LeRoy and Adabelle Powell; brothers, Terrance Powell, Dickie Powell, and Berry “Keith” Powell.
She is survived by her husband of many years, Donnie Melvin Powell; son, Michael Powell; grandsons, David Powell of Kansas City, Missouri, Robert Powell of Jefferson City, Missouri; nieces, Sheila, Tina, and Amy Powell; as well as by a host of other family and friends too numerous to mention.
Graveside Services for Dr. Willa Dean Powell will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, May 25, 2024, at Six Mile Cemetery, in Hatfield, Arkansas. Brother Bob Bradley will be officiating under the direction of Beasley-Wood Funeral Home.
Online obituary can be found at www.beasleywoodfuneralhome.com
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