Bobby G. Powell Obituary
We announce the death of Bobby G. Powell of Shelbyville, Kentucky, who passed away on September 9, 2026, at the age of 81. Bobby will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Bobby G. Powell to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his brother Jack (Cleo Taylor Powell); his wife Martha Ann Staten Powell; and his brothers, Ronnie Powell and Billy Dale Powell. He is survived by: his daughters, Cyndi Chaney (Larry) and Jessica Garrett (Wes); his grandchildren, Alexandra Wooten (Dakota), Tyler Chambers, Rowan Skellie, Caitlin Chambers (Matthew Jones), Maggie Skellie and Claire England (Carson); and his sister Jeannie Powell. He is also survived by nieces, nephews, and cherished extended family.
Visitation was held on Tuesday, September 15th 2026 from 10:00 AM to 12:45 PM at the Hall-Taylor-Collins Funeral Home of Shelbyville Tuesday (1185 West Main Street Shelbyville, KY 40065). A funeral service was held on Tuesday, September 15th 2026 at 1:00 PM at the same location.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Ohio Valley Educational Foundation, 100 Alpine Road, Shelbyville, Kentucky 40065 or the Shelby County Community Theater, 801 West Main Street, Shelbyville, Kentucky 40065.
