Mary Powell

Mary graduated from Hanceville High School in 1953. Afterwards, she worked as a beautician and later as a switch board operator for South Central Bell. In 1956 she married Dr. Charles S. “Steve” Powell and they went to live on Redstone Arsenal for the next three years before moving back to Birmingham and setting up residence in the Cahaba Heights area. The couple lived in the same house that they built for the next 66 years, where Mary took care of the home and raised their two children. Mary was fond of gardening, cooking, and sewing.

She is survived by her children Charles Stephenson Powell, Jr., Mickie Lynn Powell, and her grandchildren Wesley Owen Powell, and Audrey Megan Powell.

Visitation will be at 10 AM Wednesday October 26 at Ridout’s Valley Chapel (Homewood). Service to follow at 11 AM. In lieu of flowers the family requests that you support your local farmers.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.ridoutsvalleychapel.com for the Powell family.