Dennis Powell

of Benton, AR

June 1, 1944 - February 17, 2021

Dennis Powell of Benton, Arkansas left his earthly home and his faith became sight on Wednesday, February 17, 2021.

Dennis Powell was born in Hickory Ridge, Arkansas to James and Mary Powell. He graduated from White County Central High School and retired from Reynolds Metal where he worked as a welder. After retirement, Dennis enjoyed working with Arkansas Mission Builders where they help churches build and repair facilities. Dennis was a member of Springhill Missionary Baptist church where he served as a deacon for 45 years. He loved Jesus, his family and his church and would help anyone in need. He was known for his quiet strength, his selfless work ethic, and time spent reading and meditating on the Bible.

Dennis is preceded in death by his father, mother, and one sister, Betty Wheeler (Travis) of Tuscon, Arizona. He is lovingly remembered by Gloria Powell, his wife of 57 years; two daughters, Debbie Reed (Steve) of Carlisle, Arkansas, and Sandy Shepard (Steve) of Benton; seven grandchildren, Lindsey Mathis (Patrick), Chris Shepard (Paige), JP Shepard (Britney), Austin Reed (Maddie), Braden Reed (Brooke), Sarah Shepard, and Seth Shepard; five great-grandchildren, Jayde Shepard, Emmie Shepard, Harper Shepard, Anna Leigh Reed, and Brody Reed coming in July; 1 sister, Millie Eaton, 3 brothers, Joe Powell, Jimmy Powell (Cathie), and Harry Powell (Janise), and a host of nieces, nephews, and many friends.

A visitation service will be held on Monday, February 22nd from 6:00 - 8:00 PM at Springhill Missionary Baptist Church, 8602 Springhill Road, Alexander.
Funeral services will be on Tuesday, February 23rd starting at 10:00 AM, also at Springhill MBC.

Burial will be at Forest Hills Memorial Park on Saturday, February 27th at 3:00 PM.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Texarkana Baptist Children's Home or the Missionary Baptist Seminary in Little Rock, Arkansas.

Service Information
Visitation
Visitation
Springhill Missionary Baptist Church
8602 Springhill Road
Alexander,  AR 72002
2/22/2021 at 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m.
Service
Funeral Service
Springhill Missionary Baptist Church
8602 Springhill Road
Alexander,  AR 72002
2/23/2021 at 10:00 a.m.

Cemetery/Interment
Forest Hills Memorial Park
10200 Highway 5 N
Alexander, AR 72002
 


Obituary Provided By:
Roller-Alcoa Funeral Home
6700 Alcoa Road
Benton, AR  72019
www.rollerfuneralhomes.com