Ronnie A Powell of Norfolk, VA passed away on Wednesday. May 11, 2022, at the age of 64. After several months of declining health, Ronnie died peacefully with his beloved wife Lena and their children by his side.
Ronnie was born in Norfolk, VA on May 12, 1957 to his mother Queenie E Chalmers. He was the youngest, of two sons. He graduated from Norview High School in 1975 and became a master electrician after his apprenticeship program at Norfolk Technical Center. In 1982 he joined the insurance business being a life, health, and annuities agent.
Early in his life his mother shared her love of God and the bible with him. That passion grew in his heart and in 1970 he was baptized as one of Jehovah’s Witnesses. Ronnie helped many in the community to learn about Jehovah his God and the many bible truths found in the bible. He became a spiritual father, grandfather, brother, son and mentor to the community and to his large family of faith.
Ronnie is preceded in death by his mother Queenie E Chalmers and his father Warner P Chalmers.
Ronnie is survived by his wife, Lena Powell of 46 years; two sons, Ronnie Powell and William Powell; four daughters, Nena Powell, Shakera Powell, Tiffany Powell, and Aleshea Butterworth; one son-in-law Eric Butterworth; one brother, Jerome Powell; one sister-in-law Angelia Powell; five grandchildren, one aunt, and a host of nieces, nephews, extend family and friends.
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Valerie Acevedo says
May 26, 2022 at 8:05 amTo the Family of Mr. Ronnie A. Powell, May you find comfort in knowing that your loved one is in Jehovah’s memory. May the Family look forward to the time when they will be reunited with him in paradise!. May the mercy, peace and love be increased to each of you. We learned a lot from you Mr. Powell and you will be truly missed from your NPS Family. Our Deepest Sympathy, the Custodial Team at Maury High School.
Kathleen Black says
May 27, 2022 at 6:37 amTo Lena and Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. May you find strength and comfort from the promise…they will his voice and come out! What a glorious day it will be to welcome our loved ones when they return.
Kathleen Black & Family
Crystal M. Wortham says
May 27, 2022 at 6:41 amLena, so sorry for your loss. May you and your family find comfort in the prayers in your behalf.
Sincerely,
Crystal (Black) Wortham
Evelyn Upshaw says
May 28, 2022 at 12:01 amTo the family of Ronnie A. Powell. He will truly be missed. I had the privilege of hearing some of his stirring talks he delivered at the Kingdom Hall. Jehovah knows and remembers all, and will not forget the love Brother Powell showed for His name. Just know that your loss is not just yours alone. It is felt by us all.
Also, know that your tears are reaching right to the heavens with Jehovah, Jesus, and the angles crying right along with you. Soon mourning will be a thing of the past, and days of rejoicing is just “Right Around The Corner”!
Mrs. Carolyn Waljer says
May 28, 2022 at 9:09 amTo the Family so Sorry for your loss. My prayers and thoughts are with the family Mr. Powell was a wonderful person and a good father I enjoyed talking to him when he visited his daughter at Suburban Park he loved his family he will be missed by all. He always knew the right things to say when you asked him a question he was a wise man with a big heart. There is peace in knowing he is in a good place may you find comfort in your memories of him. He will be with you always until you meet again. Peace be with you!
William and Estelle Armstead says
May 28, 2022 at 1:19 pmTo the Powell family and friends. May Jehovah comfort you in your time of loss and sadness and help you to remember the wonderful promises that lay ahead.