Robert E. Powell 88, of West Liberty, passed away Thursday, Nov 21, 2019, at Green Hills Care Center.
He was born June 26, 1931 in Marion, Ohio, the son of Herbert and Sarah (Morris) Powell. Robert was a Korean War Veteran of the U.S. Army. He owned and operated R.E. Powell Plumbing & Heating as well as his own construction company. He was very active with Feeding Avery Families, as well Habitat for Humanity. He was a long time member and sponsor of AA.
Robert was preceded in death by his wife Wilhelmina in 2012, his son Michael Wayne in 2017 and also by his brother, Harold Powell. Survivors include his children, Mark (Karen Sue) Powell, Karen (Eric) Hart, Jodi (Ted) Vander Roest; multiple grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
There will be a gathering of family and friends from 10 a.m. until noon, Wednesday, Nov. 27, at Jennings Farley & Seeley Funeral Home, 5591 S. U.S. Route 68, West Liberty. In lieu of flowers contributions may be directed to Habitat for Humanity.