'George Monroe Powell, age 56, was born June 2, 1958 in Wayne County. He is the son of, Lois Davis Powell who survives. His father Thomas Isaac Powell precedes him in death. George passed away suddenly Friday, May 29, 2015 at the University of Kentucky Hospital in Lexington.

On August 24, 1979 he united in marriage with his wife of 35 years, Brenda Sue Lawton Powell. To this union six sons also survive: Thomas Isaac Powell II, George Monroe (Marissa) Powell II, James Harrison (Samantha) Powell, Daniel Benjamin Powell, Hobert Jefferson (Christy) Powell and Timothy Doyle (Brittany) Powell.

Also surviving are his seven grandchildren: Tabitha, Kevin, Trey, Lexie, Ava, Sierra and Korbyn; surviving is his sister: Cathy Huff and brothers: Dale (Mary) Powell and Bro. Tommy (Michelle) Powell. His brother Ronnie precedes him in death.

George was employed at TP Mechanics in Lexington and was a member of the Big Springs Baptist Church. He was greatly loved by his family and friends and will be sadly missed by all.

Visitation:
Wednesday from 5 to 9 at the Funeral Home and 9 to 11 Thursday at the Church

Funeral:
11AM Thursday at the Big Springs Baptist Church

Interment:
Powell Family Cemetery',