of North Little Rock, AR
April 30, 1930 - June 9, 2023
Frances Rose Phillips Powell, 93, of Sherwood, Arkansas passed away on Friday, June 9, 2023. She was born on April 30, 1930 in Jacksonville, Arkansas to David Blanks and Nola Phillips.
Frances was a member of The Connection Church of Sherwood, formerly known as First Baptist Church of Gravel Ridge, of which she was a charter member. She also served as a teacher for many years at Park Hill Baptist Church in North Little Rock. She enjoyed taking time to write letters to her family and friends. Among other hobbies, Frances especially loved quilting as well.
She is survived by her husband of 75 years, Robert E. Powell; daughters, Brenda (Powell) Patton and Mary (Powell) McClain (Robert); grandchildren, Robb McClain (Jennifer), Amy McClain and Austin Patton (Jennifer); great-grandchildren, Kathleen, Maryali and Lillian McClain, Hunter, Natalie and Ellie Patton; brother, Kendall Phillips (Eloise) and a host of nieces and nephews.
Frances is preceded in death by her parents, David Blanks and Nola Phillips; brothers, David, Owen, Clarence and Tommy Phillips.
A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, June 14, 2023 at 2:00 PM at Gravel Ridge Cemetery in Sherwood.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Connection Church of Sherwood.
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12 Condolence(s)
Herman Joe Phillips
Monday, June 19, 2023
I am first cuz to Frances, I also worked with her son in law Bob McClain, my condolence to the Powell family. I wrote Frances a letter just last week and failed to get it mailed. I am sure she has read it in heaven. I Don't think I ever met her , but our cousin Joann Kelly Phillips from Union City Tenn talked to her often. I am 78 and handycaped. But send my prayers to the Family
Karen Malmquist
Friday, June 16, 2023
Mr. and Mrs. Powell were friends to my parents, Lawrence and O'Neal Hindman, from their childhood. I remember them visiting with their daughters, Brenda and Mary, in our home. Wonderful family. Your wife and mother left a legacy of a godly woman in every area of her life. Prayers of comfort during your time of grief.
Sue Wallace White
Wednesday, June 14, 2023
Bless Mrs Powells sweet heart. She was so funny and such a character. I know my mother is showing her around Heaven right now.
I grew up with her daughters in a Park Hill fun neighborhood full of kids but we were on our toes if we messed up and kept things in order because she and our Moms watched over us carefully. Thoughts and prayers to Mr Powell, Brenda and Mary.
Beth Weatherford
Wednesday, June 14, 2023
I am sorry to hear of Frances’ passing. I grew up at Park Hill Baptist, and Frances was friends with my mother, Sue Westenhaver.
Frances was part of my foundation of Christian woman role models.
-Beth Westenhaver Weatherford
Ginny Vaughn
Wednesday, June 14, 2023
There is joy and praise in heaven as Mrs. Powell arrives in her eternal home. She had such a sweet and loving heart…and she loved the Lord!
She helped me grow by showing me how to be a true Christian woman through her words and actions. She was devoted to both God and her husband Robert. I will miss her smile and look forward to seeing her again.
Ginny Vaughn
Wednesday, June 14, 2023
There is joy and praise in heaven as Mrs. Powell arrives in her eternal home. She had such a sweet and loving heart…and she loved the Lord!
She helped me grow by showing me how to be a true Christian woman through her words and actions. She was devoted to both God and her husband Robert. I will miss her smile and look forward to seeing her again.
Katherine Foust
Wednesday, June 14, 2023
Robert and family, so sorry to hear about France. Keeping you in my prayers.
Richard Vaughn
Tuesday, June 13, 2023
As her Sunday School teacher of nearly 12 years, my love and admiration for this beautiful soul, as well as her loving husband, Robert, knows no bounds. She was an amazing influence to both the class and to the Church she loved. The Church who greatly loves her and Robert.
You will forever be both missed and remembered until we are reunited in Heaven - her new and current Home!
God bless you, Mrs. Powell, as well as your loving and beloved husband, Robert.
Jo Ann [Phillips] Kelly
Tuesday, June 13, 2023
So sorry for the your loss. Cousin Frances sent me letters, cards, and newspaper clippings of family history frequently. She truly loved God, family, friends and will be missed.
Homer Bailey
Tuesday, June 13, 2023
She was such a sweet and caring person. So sorry for your loss. Homer
Mike Shepard
Tuesday, June 13, 2023
I am so sorry for your loss Sir. Your family will be in our prayers.
Shepard Family
(Sgt) Ed Bush
Tuesday, June 13, 2023
Lt Powell..I am so sorry for your loss.