Olive Belle Fussell Powell

Olive Belle Fussell Powell, 93, of Parrott, Georgia, passed away in Gainesville, Georgia on Wednesday, August 17, 2022 at the home of her son. Mrs. Powell was born in Dawson, Georgia to the late John Oliver and Bertha LouAnne Bolton Fussell on June 20, 1929. Olive was a member of Parrott Baptist Church where she played the piano and served as treasurer for many years. Olive was a devoted daughter, sister, niece, wife, mother, grandmother, and friend to many. She enjoyed taking pictures, reading, playing games, and doing puzzles, but most of all she enjoyed spending time with her family and friends. Olive also served as a caregiver to her parents, aunts, husband, and friends over many years.

Mrs. Powell was preceded in death by her husband, Hubert Powell, as well as her parents, two sisters (Nelle Hudson and Evelyn Wimberley), and one brother (John Fussell). She is survived by her son and daughter in-law, Jim and Stephanie Powell; granddaughters, Mikayla Powell and Katelyn Powell; brother in-law, Louis (Linda) Powell; several nieces, nephews, cousins, and extended family members.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 pm on Saturday, August 20, 2022, at Parrott Baptist Church with Rev. David Martin officiating. Interment will follow at Parrott Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 10:30 am to 12:00 pm at Parrott Baptist Church. Hancock Funeral Home, 427 South Lee Street, Americus, GA 31709 (229-924-3645) and Ingram Funeral Home, 210 Ingram Avenue, Cumming, GA 30040 (770-887-2388) are entrusted with arrangements.

In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association or your favorite charity