John Davis “JD” Powell Jr. 81 of Roanoke Rapids passed away peacefully on Monday May 20, 2024.  

JD was born on May 31, 1942, in Halifax County. 

He was preceded in death by his parents John and Judith Powell, his brother Morton Lee Powell, and his uncle Buddy Powell.

JD is survived by his wife Shirley “Slim”, sons Robert M Paynter Jr (Becky) and Bryan Keith Paynter, daughter Susan Norris-Paynter Kempf (Chris), his grandchildren, who were his shining stars, Tanner (Nathalie), Hannah (Cameron), Robert III, Parker, Chandler, John, Walker, Bryan, River, Reghan, David and Jada, his aunts Gertrude Clary (Carl), Theresa Powell (Buddy), nephew John Powell, niece Julya Powell (Ralph), many cousins and last but not least, his precious Queen of the house, Miss Kitty.

JD served his country in the United States Air Force and was a member of Smith Methodist Church of Roanoke Rapids.

The family will celebrate Grandpa JD’s life at a later date.

Family and friends may sign the online register by visiting www.hockadayfs.com