Betty Leona Powell
September 11, 1930 ~ August 13, 2016
Betty Leona Powell, 85, of Weirton, WV passed away Saturday August 13th, 2016 at the Weirton Geriatric Center.
She was born on September 11th, 1930, daughter of Charles and Irene (Collins) Martin of Parkersburg, WV. A Homemaker and Christian by faith, member of New Life Worship Center. Many knew her as their Sunday school teacher. She also was the Chair Director, Secretary/ Treasurer and Ladies Auxiliary President of her church.
She was a Respiratory Therapist at Weirton General Hospital, President of Broadview Elementary PTA, and volunteer for many years at Weirton Medical Center where she also served as Auxiliary President.
Presiding Betty in death were her father, Charles A. Martin, her mother, Angie I. (Collins) Martin of Parkersburg, WV. One sister Jo Ann McKinnon of Columbus, OH. Her husband of 65 years, Wamon E. Powell of Weirton, WV. They were married June 12th, 1949 by Rev. J.C. Cole, in Parkersburg, WV.
Surviving are a daughter Dreama Elaine Arango, Weirton, WV, two sons, Michael David Powell of Virginia Beach, VA, and Nathan Andrew Powell of South Point, OH. Four sisters, Caroldine Wolfe of Florida, Murdayne Zehm of South Carolina, Edith Love of Virginia, and Eileen Willis of West Virginia
Eight grandchildren: Kristina Knuutila, Jessica Gibson, Mandi Dietrich, Kristen Worthy, Macy Dingess, Keeley Powell, Katie Powell, and Madison Powell. Twelve great-grandchildren: Zachary, Kristopher, Heaven, Ashton, Rebeka, Gavin, Lexus, Lennon, Jessie, Ella, Keaton and Peyton. Along with numerous nieces and nephews.
Her goal in life was to live pleasingly and faithfully unto God, her desire was to make Heaven her home. Anyone that knew her, knew this to be true.
Visitation will be held at Greco-Hertnick Funeral Home from 6-9pm on Tuesday and on Wednesday at 10am at New Life Worship Center, prior to the 11 o'clock service with Pastor Bob Mazeroski and Assoc. Pastor Dave Parker officiating. Burial will be in the Grandview Cemetery in Florence, PA. Memorial contributions may be directed to New Life Worship Center at 1492 Knights Rd, Weirton, WV 26062.
Funeral Home:
Greco Hertnick Funeral Home
3219 Main Street
Weirton, WV
US 26062
Sincere condolences to all of Betty’s family.
Sincere condolences to all of Betty’s family.
The thought of knowing that our loved ones are in the presence of our Savior can be of some comfort, especially when we have the confidence that our Savior resides in us. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
We are so sorry for your loss, our thoughts are with you all at this time! Love and Prayers to the family!!
I am sorry for the loss to the family. Keep in your heart the knowledge that she is with the Lord. Prayers to all the family.
Prayers and condolences to your entire family. I remember their wedding and Betty preaching her first message in Parkersburg. Here mother, Irene Martin was my fiirst SS teacher. many wonderful memories. I love this family. May God comfort and sustain you during this time.
Our sincere condolences to the entire family. I know you all can rest easy knowing she is with the Lord. Will continue to have you all in our thoughts and prayers.
So sorry to hear of Sis. Betty’s passing! She was a special lady. I have many fond memories of her. I will miss her. May God bless and comfort her family.
So sorry for your loss! I loved Betty and have many fond memories of her. Prayers for your family????????
Gene and I are so sorry. We loved Betty. She was a wonderful woman of God. Our prayers and love to you all.
So sorry for your loss. Will keep in you all in prayer during this time of loss. May God be with you.
We are so sorry for the deep loss your family is struggling with. Just know she is with the Lord and happy. God Bless.
We are so sorry for your loss. Miss Betty was a beautiful woman. She was such a precious sister to talk with…so gentle and kind. She will surely be missed by so many. However may you find great comfort in knowing she is in the presence of the Lord where she worked hard to achieve.
Kristen , Dreama and families I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your loved one . May your family friends and memories carry you through the difficult days to come. She is now with our Lord and savior . God bless all of you.
Michael, Nathan and Nathan, so very sorry for the loss of your mother. I remember her as a kind loving woman. Prayers for your whole family. God bless
So sorry…was to be Dreams, Michael and Nathan….
So sorry…was to be Dreama, Michael and Nathan…