Dean Curtis Powell, age 80, of Lead Hill, Arkansas, passed away Wednesday, December 16, 2020 in Harrison.

He was born December 18, 1939 at Lakeway, Arkansas to parents Ardith "Rabbit" Powell and Lessie May (Markle) Powell.  Dean moved to Lead Hill 41 years ago after retiring from the US Navy, where he was stationed in San Diego, California.  He was a longtime member of Lead Hill Church of God.

Dean proudly served his country in the Vietnam War.  He enjoyed fishing and spending time with his family, especially his grandkids.  Dean liked helping friends and collecting and repairing antique clocks.

He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother, Kenneth Powell, a sister, Carmelee Chaney Powell and a son, Dennis Powell.

Dean is survived by his wife of 43 years, Elvira Powell; two sons and their wives, Dan and Kelli Powell of Harrison and Leslie and Stephanie Powell of Vilonia; a brother, Larry Powell and wife Pam; five grandchildren, David, Steven, Brooklyn, Connor and Bryson; three nephews, Tommy Powell, Terry Powell and Toby Powell; and a host of extended relatives and many friends who loved him and will miss him.

Graveside service will at 2 PM, Tuesday, December 22, 2020 at Keesee Cemetery with Bro. Curly Johnson officiating.

Pallbearers are Steven Powell, Bryson Powell, Steve Dees, Roy Max Richey, Tommy Powell and Anthony Powell.

Honorary pallbearers are Charlie Dixon, Jerry Markle, Pate Cagle and Roger Biggs.

Masks and social distancing are required at the cemetery.

Arrangements under the direction of Coffman Funeral Home of Harrison.