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Wilma Ruth Powell
BURLESON – Wilma Ruth Powell, 77, passed away Saturday, June 16, 2012. Funeral: 10 a.m. Tuesday at Mayfield Kiser Funeral Home in Burleson. Interment: Bethesda Cemetery. Visitation: 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. Pallbearers: Dr. Robert Ables, Dr. Harold Putnam, Corey Powell, Kyle Powell, Keith Powell, and Bill Batis. Honorary Pallbearers: Percy Brown and Thomas Talent. Pastor Al Crane and Pastor Doyle Adams will be officiating the services. Wilma Powell was born July 13, 1934 and was a long time resident of Burleson where she worked 34 years for the Burleson Animal Hospital as office manager until she retired in 1996. Her retirement included a surprise party and a trip to Alaska. She was a devoted Christian; a loving mother, wife, grandmother, great grandmother, and friend; and will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her. She was active in the Assembly of God church as well. Wilma was preceeded in death by her husband, Richard Day Powell whom she was married to for 43 years, her parents Homer and Ruth Helpenstill, and her brother, Johnny Helpenstill. Wilma was born in Upshur County, Texas. She was one of five siblings, one brother and three sisters. Survivors Include: Sons~James Powell of Burleson Tx., Mark Powell and wife Terri of Cedar Hill, Tx., and David Powell and wife Rosie of Corsicana Tx.; Daughters ~Cynthia Douglas and husband Ken of Corsicana,Tx. and Debbie Daniel of Burleson, Tx. ; Three sisters~Novelle Dederick and Bonnie Randolph of Silverton, Oregon, and Virginia Kilgore of Longview, Tx. Grandchildren~Jacob Powell and wife Stephanie of El Paso, Tx., Lance Powell and wife Amber of Burleson, Tx. Nicole Daniel of Crowley, Tx., Zack and Cody Powell of Cedar Hill, Tx., Anna Middleton of Corsicana, Tx., Amanda Vanderpool and husband James of Purdon, Tx., April Mayfield of Mildred, Tx.,Roxie Macias and husband Justin of Corsicana, Tx., Cindy Powell of Corsicana, Tx., and Heather Vandergriff of Corsicana, Tx. and numerous cousins, niece’s and nephews, great-grandchildren and many many long time friends.  
Condolence Messages

22 Responses

  1. I didn’t know you personally, and I only know your daughter online but i can tell you must have bean a wonderful woman because you raised Debbie to be a caring and intelligent and compassionate woman and it takes great strength and courage and patience to raise children who turn out to be exceptional adults.

  2. I didn’t know you personally, and I only know your daughter online but i can tell you must have bean a wonderful woman because you raised Debbie to be a caring and intelligent and compassionate woman and it takes great strength and courage and patience to raise children who turn out to be exceptional adults.

  3. Dear Debbie and Family,
    Our prayers are with you and your family as you struggle through this sorrowful time. May your hearts be filled with joy to know your Mom is now with your Dad and filled with peace at last. Lots of love from Lori & Mark and all the critters. XOXXOXO

  4. Dear Debbie and Family,
    Our prayers are with you and your family as you struggle through this sorrowful time. May your hearts be filled with joy to know your Mom is now with your Dad and filled with peace at last. Lots of love from Lori & Mark and all the critters. XOXXOXO

  5. Living around the corner from us growing up, I remember your mom being a kind, loving and generous womman. I have nothing but good memories! Your family remains in my prayers. If you need anything please do not hesitate to call. Love ya, Wes

  6. Living around the corner from us growing up, I remember your mom being a kind, loving and generous womman. I have nothing but good memories! Your family remains in my prayers. If you need anything please do not hesitate to call. Love ya, Wes

  7. R.I.P. Grandma! You will be missed! I love you and glad you are no longer in pain! You may be gone but you will never be forgotten! You have touch many people through your 77 years of being here and everyone has adored you so much! Your were a great person and a wonderful grandmother! I’m so glad I was blessed to have such a wonderful person in my life! I love you so much!

  8. R.I.P. Grandma! You will be missed! I love you and glad you are no longer in pain! You may be gone but you will never be forgotten! You have touch many people through your 77 years of being here and everyone has adored you so much! Your were a great person and a wonderful grandmother! I’m so glad I was blessed to have such a wonderful person in my life! I love you so much!

  9. James,Lance,Amber and family,we were sadden to hear of Wilma’s passing.Wilma was a very sweet,kind and loving person who would say hello and smile when ever she saw you. We will always remember Wilma.The family will be in our prayers.

  10. James,Lance,Amber and family,we were sadden to hear of Wilma’s passing.Wilma was a very sweet,kind and loving person who would say hello and smile when ever she saw you. We will always remember Wilma.The family will be in our prayers.

  11. Your family is in our prayers at this time of your loss. May God strenghten you and keep you.

  12. Your family is in our prayers at this time of your loss. May God strenghten you and keep you.

  13. Family, I kknow that you probably don’t know me or if you do you probably do not remember me, but i am a cousin of your mother. She was a wonderful lady an she will be missed, our love and prayers are with as you go through this time.

    Clyde R. Valdetero

  14. Family, I kknow that you probably don’t know me or if you do you probably do not remember me, but i am a cousin of your mother. She was a wonderful lady an she will be missed, our love and prayers are with as you go through this time.

    Clyde R. Valdetero

  15. Wilma was a precious cousin and we were in contact a lot by E-mail and phone until a few months ago when she was not feeling too well, I know.
    I did not know of her passing at first because I have been without a computer for over a week. She was a wonderful prayer partner and the first one I sent a prayer request to. I know how happy she was to see Uncle Homer and Aunt Ruth and my Mama, too! My love and prayers to her beloved family.

  16. Wilma was a precious cousin and we were in contact a lot by E-mail and phone until a few months ago when she was not feeling too well, I know.
    I did not know of her passing at first because I have been without a computer for over a week. She was a wonderful prayer partner and the first one I sent a prayer request to. I know how happy she was to see Uncle Homer and Aunt Ruth and my Mama, too! My love and prayers to her beloved family.

  17. James, Lance, and Powell Family,
    Wilma will be greatly missed in our neighborhood. Many times she would stop by and chat on her daily walks. She would always speak of the great love she had for her family members. We will miss her wonderful smile and optimistic conversations.Your family will be in our prayers.

  18. James, Lance, and Powell Family,
    Wilma will be greatly missed in our neighborhood. Many times she would stop by and chat on her daily walks. She would always speak of the great love she had for her family members. We will miss her wonderful smile and optimistic conversations.Your family will be in our prayers.

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