Buddy Powell's obituary , Passed away on August 2, 2026 in Roanoke, Virginia

Buddy Powell

March 29, 1938 - August 2, 2026 (88 years old)

Roanoke, Virginia

Buddy Powell's obituary , Passed away on August 2, 2026 in Roanoke, Virginia

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Buddy Powell

March 29, 1938 - August 2, 2026 (88 years old)

Roanoke, Virginia

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Buddy Powell Obituary

With sadness, we share the passing of Buddy Powell (Roanoke, Virginia). Buddy, born on March 29, 1938, passed away on August 2, 2026. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Buddy Powell to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his wife Jo Powell; his children, Kathy Powell-Shelhorse and Darren Powell; his siblings, Nelson Powell and Jimmie Whitby; and his parents, Evelyn Perdue and Roscoe Perdue.

He is survived by: his son-in-law Ken Shelhorse; his grandson Blake Chitwood; his granddaughter-in-law Rachael Chitwood; his nephew Kevin Whitby; and his close friends, Travis, Morgan Hipes, Dan and Betty Shelhorse.

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Oakey's Funeral Service & Crematory



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Aug 12

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Oakey's North Chapel
6732 Peters Crk Rd NW, Roanoke, VA 24019

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Aug 12

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Oakey's North Chapel
6732 Peters Crk Rd NW, Roanoke, VA 24019

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