Mr. Elton Powell, 88, of Meldrim, passed away surrounded by his family on Tuesday, January 21, 2020 at St. Joseph's Hospital.

He was born in Johnson County to the late John Morgan & Tessie Osborne Powell.  He was also preceded in death by two sons, Glen Elton Powell and Eric Powell.  He retired from Stone Container after 45 years of service, enjoyed cutting grass and gardening, but most of all, loved his family.

Survivors include his wife of 63 years, Sarah W. Powell; children, Nadine (Phil) Sellers, Cynthia  (Danny) Edwards, Ennis (Michele) Powell, Esther (Ron) Joslin; grandchildren, Shawn, Jessica, Samantha, James, Jr., Julia, Cade, Jake, Reid and Shae; great-grandchildren, Tristan, Austin, Bri, Katelyn, Gracie and Ambralyn; brother, Cecil (Ann) Powell, several nieces and nephews.

The visitation will be from 6-8 p.m. on Friday, January 24, 2020 at the funeral home.

The funeral to honor Elton's life will be at 12 noon on Saturday, January 25, 2020 in the chapel of the funeral home with burial to follow at Oak Hill Cemetery in Meldrim.  Rev. Chad Eason will officiate.  Active Pallbearers will be James Powell, Jr., Ron Joslin, Cade Joslin, Shawn Abel, Jerid Stokes and Buddy Jernigan.  Honorary Pallbearers will be Tristan Abel and Mike Stegins.

Friends may sign the online register book at www.stricklandandsonsfuneralhome.com

Thomas C. Strickland & Sons Funeral Homes – West Chatham Chapel – 901 W. Hwy. 80 – Pooler, GA  31322 (912) 748-2444