Charles R. Powell, age 77, of Angola, IN passed away on Monday, October 31, 2022 at Northern Lakes Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Angola, IN. Mr. Powell was born on December 19, 1944 in Lebanon, IN to James H. and Alice E. (Hull) Powell. In 1964, he graduated from Lebanon High School. In 1967, he then continued his education at Devry University where he earned his Associates Degree. Charles served his country honorably in Germany with the United States Army during the Vietnam War. On September 7, 1968, he married the mother of his children, Gloria Swaim in Chicago, IL. For many years, he worked at Walgreens photo studio as a Quality Control Manager. He was very crafty and talented with woodworking. Charles enjoyed tree cutting and doing odd jobs for those in need during his spare time. He was passionate about photography and collected antique cameras.
Survivors include:
Daughter, Kelly (Alan) Kubicz of Berwyn, IL.
Daughter, Jennifer (Jeremiah) Krontz of Angola, IN.
Son, Brian (Karyn) Powell of Algonquin, IL.
Grandchildren, Justin Powell, Michael Sutera, Samantha Gardner, Jaxon Powell, and Jonathan Powell.
Sister, Barbara (Paul) Jablonski of Greenwood, IN.
Brother-in-law, Eldon (Deanna) McCoskey of Crawfordsville, IN
Many Nieces and Nephews.
Charles was preceded in death by his parents, sisters, Janet Nelson and Mary McCoskey, and a brother-in-law, James Nelson.
There are no services scheduled at this time.
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