of Clarksville, AR

September 21, 1941 - November 10, 2023

Wendell Ray Powell Sr., 82, of Clarksville died Friday, November 10, 2023. He was born September 21, 1941 in Mokane, Missouri to Paul Isaac and Edith Pauline (Hampton) Powell. Wendell was dedicated to his family and his country. After 28 years serving in the Air Force, Wendell went on to become a physician's assistant. He enjoyed music and woodworking; he combined these two passions as a luthier, creating beautiful, handmade dulcimers. Wendell was also fond of painting and golf.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Annita Powell and one brother, Albert Lee Powell.
Wendell is survived by two sons, Wendell Powell Jr. and wife, Zetta and Terry Powell; two grandchildren, Wendell Ray Powell III and Rebecca Powell; five great-grandchildren, Connor Almond, Bonnie Jackson, Thomas Jackson, Anita Powell and Melanie Powell and numerous other friends and family members.
A visitation will be 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Thursday, November 16, 2023 at Roller-Cox Funeral Home Chapel.

Obituary Provided By:
Roller-Cox Funeral Home
Rogers & Poplar Streets
Clarksville, AR  72830
www.rollerfuneralhomes.com