Jesse Dean Powell, age 68, of Stockbridge, Georgia, began his heavenly journey on Friday, April 25, 2025.
Born on December 11, 1956, in Atlanta, Georgia, Jesse was the beloved son of the late Martha Joy and William Jesse Powell. He was also preceded in death by his brothers, William David Powell and Michael Franklin Powell. Jesse is lovingly remembered by his sister, Wanda Joy Powell Dodd and her husband Billy; his sister-in-law, Sharon Powell; along with cousins, nieces, nephews, extended family members, and dear friends. Family and friends are invited to attend a visitation on Tuesday, April 29, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Ford-Stewart Funeral Home, located at 2047 Hwy 138 SE, Jonesboro, GA 30236. A tribute to his life will follow at 7:00 PM. All family and friends are invited to Floral Hills Memory Gardens, 3000 Lawrenceville Hwy in Tucker, GA on Wednesday, April 30th at 12:00 PM, where Jesse will be laid to rest.