Mr. Clay William Powell age 91 of Gardendale, Al. went home to be with the Lord on Thursday March 8, 2018. Mr. Powell was retired from Unocal 76 after 37 years of service and was a veteran of the U.S Navy. He grew up as a member of the Church Of Christ. He leaves behind his survivors that include his devoted wife Carolyn Powell, his daughter: Natasha (Jerry) Elsberry, his sons: William Powell, James Powell, and Jason Franklin and his sister Joy (Roy) Taylor. He is also survived by his Grandchildren: Jacob Powell, Garren (Sabrina) Hubbert, and Lisa Powell. Great-Grandchildren include Ava Ingram and Clay Ingram along with numerous nieces and nephews and a host of friends. A celebration of his life service will be held on Saturday March 10, 2018 at 3:00 p.m. at Ridout’s Gardendale Chapel with the family receiving friends one hour prior to the service from 2:00 p.m. till 3:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial will follow at Oakwood Memorial Gardens. Rev. Sonny Sanders will officiate the service