Walter Earl Powell

He was born on July 20, 1924 to the late Robert and Gertrude Powell.

In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his sisters: Muriel Anderson and Bonnie Kneffler.

He was a lifelong resident of Oldham County and a member of LaGrange Christian Church. He was a U.S. Marine during WWII, worked for L & N Railroad for 18 years and retired from the Kentucky State Reformatory after 28 years.

Survivors include his wife of 60 years: Ruth Mings Powell; daughters: Karen Price (Virgil), Brenda Ward (Timothy) and Melinda Thompson (Eric); grandchildren: Ashlee Alstott (Jeff), Dylan Ward, Jordan Price (Rosie), Jessica Sookal (Darren) and Logan Price; and a great granddaughter, Amelia Rose Price and another great grandchild expected next year.

A funeral service will be conducted at 12:00 PM on Tuesday, October 14, 2014, at Heady-Radcliffe Funeral Home with burial to follow in Louisville Memorial Gardens East. Visitation on Tuesday from 9:00 AM until service time.

The family would like to express their appreciation to Hosparus of Southern Indiana.

Memorials to the KY Sheriff Boys and Girls Ranch.