Sandra Elaine Powell (maiden Sharp) b. August 2, 1952 passed on to eternal rest on Wednesday, June 12, 2024, after complications from heart surgery. A resident of Bossier City, Louisiana, she was 71 years old, retired, and full of love for her husband of just shy of 42 years, James Powell, and three children, Lori Ann Piscioneri (spouse Michael) of Portland, OR; Jeremy Powell of Bossier City, and Jamie Sutton (spouse Matthew) of Sibley. Sandra aka BamBam is also survived by her 4 grandchildren, Dr. Taylor Powell, Britney Wright (spouse Michael), Hunter Sutton, and Hallie Sutton. Other family members include brother Leonard Ray Sharp (spouse Lynn) of Brandon, MS, and cousins Carol Allen, Robert Montgomery, Thomas Montgomery, Gene McArthur, Peggy Goforth, Mike Sharp, Jeff Sharp, Dale Sharp, and Glen Sharp. Extended family includes Richard and Vanessa Powell, Gary and Amy Powell, Ruby Powell, and numerous nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Leonard Sharp (1926-2016) and Birdie Sharp (1930-2014), cousins Sarah Nell Moulds (d.2018) and Gary Sharp (d.2023), and brother-in-law David Powell (d. 2023).
Family and faith were everything for Sandra. Philippians 4:13 was a favorite verse: “I can do all things through Him who gives me strength.” She often shared Bible knowledge, prayers of support, and any kind of emotional and physical support she could for those she loved. Her friendships were deep and long lasting. She could always pick up right where you left off, no matter how much time had passed since your last encounter.
Before retirement in 2021, Sandra’s work life included office management and accounting for several companies in the Shreveport/Bossier area, including Louisiana Valve and Fittings Co, BJ Services, Baker Hughes and Gly-Tech. Having graduated from Lubbock High School in 1970, attended Sam Houston State University and later Bossier Parish Community College, she was always an avid learner, willing to go above and beyond to help her colleagues.
In addition to her family, faith, and work life, Sandra loved spending time with her dogs. Her beloved Bella has been a great companion in recent years, along with Layla, and many other cherished dogs throughout her lifetime.
Sandra loved going out to eat, especially for steaks, and watching movies and tv series. Yellowstone and Gray’s Anatomy were among her favorites. She will forever be Daughter of the Most High King, cherished wife, beloved mother and grandmother, sister, and faithful friend.
Funeral Services will be held on Monday, June 17, 2024 at Hillcrest Funeral Home, 601 Hwy 80, Haughton, Louisiana 71037. Visitation at 1 pm, with Services to follow at 2 pm. Pastor Trey Waller of Living Word in Minden will officiate the service.
Pallbearers will be Matt Sutton, Hunter Sutton, Gary Powell, Chris Powell, Jason Sutton, Jacob
Sutton, Honorary Pallbearer will be Richard Powell.
