Susan Carol Powell
December 9, 1941 - November 26, 2011
Susan C. Powell left for her Heavenly Home at the age of 69 on November 26, 2011 after a long battle with COPD. She was a loved sister, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and dear friend to many people. Susan reunited with husband Hugh D. Phillips, mother Velma E. Powell, father Clifford G. Powell, and sister Mahala McMillan. Susan was born on December 9, 1941 in Washington, North Carolina, but has been a resident of Pensacola, Florida for over 50 years. She graduated from Escambia High School in 1959. Susan was employed by Federal Civil Service and NAS as an editor for many years. She loved Bluegrass Music, bowling, and had a passion for dancing. She did not believe in the words “I Can’t”, and was a very caring person to all. She is dearly missed and survived by her brothers Donald G. Powell and Clifford P. Powell; her children: William E. Godwin, Mary Godwin Speranzo, and Tina M. Seely; her grandchildren: Austin D. Sculley, James C. Lindsey, Nicholas E. Sculley, Rick G. Seely, Raven E. Speranzo, Jennie L. Seely, and Joseph H. Seely; many nieces and nephews; and four great-grandchildren. A Memorial Service will be held at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, December 1, 2011 at Faith Chapel Funeral Home South with Reverend Dale Patterson officiating and Pete Powell giving the eulogy. Visitation for family and friends will begin at 4:00 p.m. and continue until the service begins. Condolences may be expressed online at www.fcfhs.com
Susan C. Powell left for her Heavenly Home at the age of 69 on November 26, 2011 after a long battle with COPD. She was a loved sister, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and dear friend to many people. Susan reunited with husband Hugh... View Obituary & Service Information