Jonathan Moss Powell
Jonathan Moss Powell, 90, beloved father, grandfather and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully in Phoenix, Arizona on Wednesday, September 12th, 2018.
Graveside services will commence at 11:00 am, Thursday, September 20th, 2018 at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens, Orange, Texas with Reverend Barry Bradley officiating. Arrangements are with Claybar Funeral Home.
Jonathan was born in Gadsden, Alabama on July 17th, 1928 to Eloise Moss Powell and William L. Powell.
Jonathan married Rosemary Lackey in Birmingham, Alabama in 1952. In 1971, they moved to Orange, where Jonathan worked for US Steel until his retirement. He formed valuable lifelong friendships during his employment with US Steel.
Jonathan was active at First Baptist Church and served as a deacon. He was a Master Mason for over sixty-five years and served with the Lion’s Club. Jonathan enjoyed traveling and spent happy times in Maui and Hilton Head.
Jonathan is best remembered as having lived a godly example for this children and grandchildren. His kindness and generosity were extended to all he knew. Jonathan was a loving and devoted husband and father to Rosemary, and to his four daughters.
Family members honoring Jonathan’s memory include daughters Rosemary Duffey and husband Len of Paradise Valley, Arizona; Jane Powell of Houston, Texas; Jennifer Eades and husband Brian of Delta, Colorado; and Joan Bonnington and husband Paul of Houston, Texas; and sister-in-law Jane Crawford and brother-in-law Clarence, of Fort Collins, Colorado.
Grandchildren include Holley Duffey Stacy of Scottsdale, Arizona, Jonathan Duffey of Phoenix, Arizona, Christina Bonnington of Belmont, California, Katherine Bonnington of Rockville, Maryland, Lauren Eades of Washington DC, Rachel Eades of Houston, Texas and great-grandson, Kai Stacy. Niece and nephews Monty Crawford, Littleton, Colorado, Laurie Chronopoulos, Fort Collins, Colorado and Steve Stine, Birmingham, Alabama.
In lieu of flowers, memorials to First Baptist Church would best honor Jonathan’s life.
Condolences
Jane Powell
June 21, 2020
Dad, I miss you everyday; Happy Father's Day in Heaven. You will always remain in my heart. Love to Mom too.
Jane Powell
June 15, 2019
"Happy Father's Day! I Miss You & I Think About You & Mom Together In Heaven. Anyone Can Be A Father; But It Takes A Lot To Be A Dad! Love, Jane
Marilyn Butler
October 21, 2018
Jonathon and Rosemary were our close friends when we lived in Birmingham, Alabama. Our daughter was the same age as one of their daughters, and we carpooled the girls to ballet lessons. Jonathan was highly respected. He was loyal to his family, his church, and his community. He was congenial, even-tempered, and dependable. He dearly loved his beautiful daughters. He would do anything to help other people. We miss his friendly smile. Marilyn and Ben Butler
Jane Powell
September 15, 2018
My Dad lived a long, wonderful & happy life; he was my hero. He inspired me to be the best in life that I could; to never ever give up on anything I wanted to do. Dad was my coach when I was a baton twirler & took me to lessons every Sunday afternoon. He also took me to ballet, piano & flute lessons as well. He told me once "to never expect a man to support me," and I never did. I established my firm, Powell Public Relations, in 1993 & I have no plans to retire. Dad was a great Christian, a man of Faith; and now he is in God's Kingdom; Rest In Peace; I will miss you every single day. Dad was the kindest person who never got angry & was so patient. Dad, thanks for being the best Dad in the world. With love your daughter, Jane Powell
Jane Powell
September 15, 2018
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