Dr. Vance Daly Powell Jr.

Dr. Vance Daly Powell Jr. was born in New York, New York on April 10, 1945 to Vance Daly Sr. and Josina Powell. He passed away peacefully, surrounded by family at his home, Botsford Hospital, Farmington Hills, Michigan on September 16, 2017 at the age of 72.

Beloved husband of the late Dawn (d. 2012). Loving dad of Vance Daly (Karen) Powell III and Shannon (Joe) Fritchley. Dear stepfather of Katie, Casey and Daylin. Dearest "Papa" of James Powell, Ethan Powell, Gideon Fritchley and Athan Fritchley. Brother of William Powell. Uncle of Matthew, Josh and Chelsea. Great uncle of Lily.

In his free time, Vance enjoyed gardening, traveling, reading history, going to the symphony, watching his beloved Detroit Tigers, Detroit Red Wings and University of Michigan Football teams. He loved spending time with friends and golfing at his “second home” Western Golf Club in Redford Township. He had an appreciation for great music, fine wine, hot cars and of course his Arnold Palmer Iced Tea and Dr. Pepper Soda. However, Vance's passion was his family. There was nothing he enjoyed more than spending time just being "Papa"

Dr. Powell had a very successful career as a physician and educator for physicians. He was well respected by his peers as well as the students he mentored. Dr. Powell had a larger than life presence; he spoke powerful and confident while capturing the attention of every room he walked in. It all started with his undergraduate training at his beloved Virginia Military Institute, earning a B.S. in 1967. This school left such an impression on him, he still wore the school colors and could be found sporting the VMI hat or shirt every now and again. VMI was followed by Fairleigh Dickinson University where he earned his B.S. in 1971. He served in the U.S. Army Medical Service Corps from 1967 to 1973, serving in Viet Nam with the 173’rd Airborne Div. 5th Special Forces. Adjutant, 3’rd Battalion, Chief Medical Services Corps Officer. He was awarded the Bronze Star with Valor, Combat Air Army and Viet Nam Commendation Medals.

Following his honorable discharge from the U.S. Army, his education continued with his post graduate training at Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, earning his D.O. in 1975. He served his internship as a Co-Chief Intern as well as serving his Residency-Ob/Gyn and Gyn Surgery as Chief Resident from 1975 – 1980 at Botsford Hospital. From there his career took off. Dr. Powell was a member of nine professional organizations. He also had twenty-six professional appointments with titles including: Board Member, Program Director, President and many others. He also received ten professional awards in his career. Dr. Powell’s final position held was the Chair of Departments OBG, Surgery and Trauma at Alabama College of Osteopathic Medicine from 2014.

Dr. Powell commanded every room he was in. However, he was more than humble and was a gentle teddy bear with his patients and loved ones. He was extremely respected in his community, his military career, and his professional career. He left a lasting impression on everyone that he met.

Dr. Vance Daly Powell Jr. will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.

The family will receive friends for a gathering on Friday, September 22, 2017 from 4-8pm and on Saturday, September 23, 2017 from 9-10am. His life will be celebrated with a Memorial Service led by Pastor Fred Froman at 10:00am at Harry J. Will Funeral Home 37000 Six Mile (Just east of I-275 and Newburgh roads) Livonia, Michigan 48152. The pianist for the service will be Susan Froman. The service will conclude with military honors by the United States Army Funeral Honors Team followed by "Amazing Grace" played on the bag pipes by Cadet 1st Lt. Jonathan Ribbe from Virginia Military Institute.

Dr. Powell will be laid to rest with his wife Dawn privately at Great Lakes National Cemetery in Holly, Michigan.

Tribute gifts may be made to:

Southeast Alabama Medical Center Foundation’s Vance Daly Powell, Jr., DO FAODME, FACOOG Endowed Scholarship Fund

(Dr. Vance Powell Scholarship)

Checks payable to: Southeast Alabama Medical Center Foundation / Dr. Vance Powell Scholarship on the memo line. and mail to:

1922 Fairview Avenue; Dothan, AL 36301.

334-673-4150

www.samcfoundation.org.

Or

Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine MOCF Endowment

East Fee Hall

965 Fee Hall Road, Room A310

East Lansing MI, 48824