Benjamin Powell Obituary
The passing of Benjamin Powell (Blakely, Georgia) leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on May 9, 2026 at the age of 73. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Benjamin Powell or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Thomas Powell and Sarah Lee Powell (Graham); and his brothers, Marcellus, Joe Nathan and Tommie C. Powell.
He is survived by: his children, Remishia Spain (Kenneth), Tywanda Varnado and Terence Morgan; his grandchildren, Shadavya Nellon, Kentavia Spain, Tiana Spain, Kenneth Spain, Tyrese Spain, Shantiara Spain, Shaquilla Varnado, Rodney Varnado and Charles L. Powell Jr.; his siblings, Elois Powell Stevens, Ralph (Lovetta), Edward Charles (Pastor Lillie P.), Ether Roy, Linda, Mary (JJ), Carolyn, Debra, Billy (Glenda) and Charlene Powell-Smith; Lamar Powell, Melody Powell-Jay (Jonathan), Shenequa Powell and Andre Powell (Cynthia). He is also survived by nineteen great-grandchildren.
Visitation will be held on Friday, May 15th 2026 from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the Peoples Funeral Home (1242 N Church St, Blakely, GA 39823). A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, May 16th 2026 at 11:00 AM at the Mt Olive MBC Church (1216 N Church St, Blakely, GA 39823).
