Mrs. Ina Powell, 75, of Jonesborough, passed away on February 16, 2021. The daughter of Walter & Mary Williams Lafield, Ina was born on July 21, 1945, in New Roads, Louisiana.
Ina married the love of her life, Phil Powell, in 1968. She worked for the Johnson City Press for 17 years. Ina enjoyed time with her pet bird, Jazz, loved visiting the beach, and working on her crafts.
She is survived by her husband of 52 years, Phil, sons and daughters-in-law, Chip and Kelly Powell of Sumter, SC, and Blake and Jodi Powell of Greeneville, TN, grandchildren, Kierstyn and husband Chase Dunlap, Mikayla Powell, Phillip Powell V, Sophia Powell, and W. Garrett Vincent, great grandchild, Kaydence Bailey, brothers, Walter Lafield and Ray Lafield, and lots of nieces and nephews.
Ina is preceded in death by her parents, Walter & Mary Lafield, and two brothers, W.L. & Glenn Hawkins.
A celebration of life will be held at Dillow-Taylor Funeral Home on Wednesday, March 17, 2021, from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Powell family at 121 Laurel View Road, Jonesborough, TN, 37659.
03/02/2021
Barry J and Marlene Boudreaux
Sorry for your loss. Raymond and Lena Lafield were my grandparents (Mom was Faye Lafield). Had just friended Ina last year on Facebook. Prayers for you and all the family.
03/01/2021
Debbie Honeycutt
I worked with Ina at the Press for many years. She was always efficient, smiling, and helpful. She held on to her good attitude every single day. She will be missed!
I was shocked and saddened to hear of Ina's death. She will be very much missed by all who have ever worked with her through the Johnson City Press. Her death is a great loss to all who had the privilege to have known her.
So very sorry to read about Ida’s passing. She was such a sweet lady who I enjoyed seeing when visiting the JC Press . Ida helped me with all of my adds for Realestate and we always talk when she and her husband purchased her home from me and how much she loved her home. She had a beautiful spirit and her smile was beautiful and bright. She was truly a great lady who I will miss very much . It will not be the same walking into the press again and having someone else do my adds.
My deepest condolences to Ida’s husband and children . May God give you strength and love during this very sad time. Praying for you all.
Jil Piercy
Ina was one of a kind. She will truly be missed.
02/27/2021
Debbie Higgins
I am truly so sorry for the loss of Mrs Ina.Thats what i always called her at the JC Press .She was a dear sweet lady and a true friend to all that knew her.She will truly be missed forever until we meet again in the Heaven.I was so so sorry to hear of her passing. She was just a sweetheart to everyone. And i loved her so much.I am truly so sorry for this families loss.Heaven Gained another Angel when Mrs.Ina passed away.
02/27/2021
Geneva & Alvin Ray
Ina was a beautiful,kind & so helpful lady. I had the privilege of meeting her through her job at Johnson Cit Press, she was such a great asset to the Press. She will be missed by all who knew her. My deepest sympathy to Ina's family.
The loss of someone dear to us is never easy. I hope all the cherished memories that you have of Ina brings you some light during this dark time. Our deepest condolences to you and your family.
Please know that we are keeping you and yours in our thoughts and prayers.
02/26/2021
Kathy Carmichael
I worked with Ina at the Johnson City Press. She was so smart, would help me anytime I needed help at work, and had such a sweet disposition. When I moved to the Erwin Record office, sometimes I would need help with classified ads. I always knew who to call for help - LADY INA. She was and still is one in a million!
