Ann Powers

Ann Morrell Powers, 54, died Friday, July 29, 2016, at home after a long battle with multiple sclerosis.

She lived in Hinesville for most of her life and was a member of Hinesville First United Methodist Church, where she sang in the Chancel Choir for many years.  Ann was also a proud member of the American Nursing Association.  She loved arts and crafts, quilting, sewing and painting.

She is survived by her husband of 33 years, Rodney K. Powers; three children, Emilie Darlene Hendrix (Craig, II) of Brunswick, Micah Nathaniel Powers (Zara) of Valdosta, and Samuel Alexander Powers of Hinesville; parents, Beverly and John Morrell of Illinois; three sisters, Lori Long of Oregon, Jennifer Stockman of Illinois, and Beth Clauden of Illinois; and several other family members.  Ann’s three grandchildren, Craig Hendrix, III, Hailie Morrell Hendrix, and Ethan Powers, were her driving force for the past several years.

A memorial service will be held at 11am, Tuesday, August 2, 2016, at Hinesville First United Methodist Church.  The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. 

Remembrances may be made to the Multiple Sclerosis Foundation, http://www.msfocus.org, 6520 North Andrews Avenue, Ft. Lauderdale, FL  33309-2130

Carter Funeral Home Oglethorpe Chapel is in charge of the arrangements. Online condolences can be made at www.carteroglethorpe.com.