Melvin Archie Powell, Jr. 50, passed away on Friday, March 6, 2026 at his residence. He was born December 16, 1975, in Texas, to Melvin Archie Powell, Sr. and Linda Jean Anderson Steen.
Melvin was a very loving, big hearted person. He would not hestitate to help anyone. He was an absolutely amazing diesel mechanic and could fix anything he put his hands to. He was so loved by his family, he will truly be missed.
Preceding him in death were his mother and a sister- Karen Evans.
Survivors include
Fiance – Brandy Gipson,
Father – Melvin Archie Powell, Sr.,
Daughter – Marlena Powell Ureste,
Brothers- Jason Burns (Ashley),
Sam Holland (Sharon),
Claude Holland, and
Randall Burns
Sisters – Wanda Stewart,
Debbie McLeod,
Peggy Wallace (Mike), and
Virginia Barfield.
and multiple nieces and nephews that he loved dearly.
No services are scheduled at this time.
Peck Funeral Home
