John Claude Powell went to be with the Lord on July 13, 2012, in San Antonio, Texas at the age of 89. He was born in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army, and was an electrical inspector for City Public Service for 41 years where he retired. John was a member of the American Legion, Post #612 and a member of the Blinded Veterans Association. John loved to travel, was an avid lapidarian, enjoyed building various projects for friends and relatives. He was preceded in death by his parents, Claude and Marie Powell; his wife of 57 years, Lillian; and his son, Bedford E. Powell. John is survived by his son, Bradford C. Powell & wife, Barbara Powell; step-grandchildren and step-great-grandchildren as well as nieces, nephews and other family members. Funeral services will be held at 12:00 p.m. on Wednesday, July 18, 2012 in Sunset Funeral Home Chapel, with visitation one hour prior to the service. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park.
