February 24, 1939 – April 22, 2017
Jimmy Ray Powell, 78, of Sheridan passed away on April 22, 2017 surrounded by his loving family. Jimmy was born on February 24, 1939 to the late Dorse and Olive (Brahman) Powell in Westfield, Indiana.
Jimmy honorably served his county in the National Guard and was very proud to have done so. After serving in the National Guard, he worked for 30 plus years as a Machinist at Thomas L. Green & Company building ovens. Jimmy also owned his own business titled the OK Fence Company. Jimmy loved animals and took in every stray that would come across his path. He took pride in the fact that the animals would have a warm bed and food to eat. Jimmy had the pleasure of working in his yard as it always looked beautiful. He never met a stranger and enjoyed others company. Jimmy looked forward to visiting the Midwest Grill every evening to have dinner and visit with family and friends. Jimmy enjoyed many rides in the country. After Jimmy retired from Thomas L. Green, he went to work at Sheridan Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center driving residents to appointments and outings. In 2004 Jimmy received employee of the month and was heartbroken when he had to retire due to health after six years of service.
Jimmy’s greatest joy in life was his family who will miss him deeply. He is survived by his children; Debbie (Allan) Stamper, Lisa (Joe) Parsons, and Ricky (Michele) Powell. He was a proud grandfather to Dawn, Chris, Rayanna, Allen, Kristy, Mindy, Brad, Ashley, Brittany, Chelsey and great grandfather to several. Jimmy his also survived by his sister, Barbara Mills, several nieces, nephews and his companion Linda Fosnight. Preceding Jimmy in death was his beloved wife, Beverly Jane (Byers) Powell in 2007; his son, Stephen in 2009 and his siblings Sonny, Charlie, Mike, Mary Lintz and Zonda Rains.
A funeral service will be held on Friday April 28, 2017 at Fisher Family Funeral Services 508 E. 6th St. Sheridan; at 1 p.m. Family and friends are invited to gather from 11 a.m. till time of services. Tim P Fields, Jimmy cousin will be officiating the service. Burial will follow services at Summit Lawn Cemetery in Westfield, Indiana. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Clinton County Humane Society, 825 Izak Walton Dr., Frankfort, Indiana, 46041. Online condolences may be made at www.fisherfunerals.com. Fisher Family Funeral Services is honored to serve the Powell Family.
Arrangements
Calling: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. April 28
Service: 1 p.m. April 28
Location: Fisher Family Funeral Services
Condolences: www.fisherfunerals.com