Winona Pauline Powell (Smith)

Winona Pauline Powell

August 1, 1921 ~ December 28, 2016

Winona Pauline Powell, passed away Wednesday, December 28, 2016 in the comforts of her home in Montrose, Colorado at the age of 95. She was born August 1, 1921 to Irl and Ella (Johnson) Smith in Allen County, Kansas. She spent most of her childhood and graduated high school in Kansas. Winona married Virgil Powell on May 24, 1942 in Allen County, Kansas; where they made their home. Winona and Virgil were married for 67 years until his passing in 2008. Winona attended the First Church of the Nazarene while residing in Montrose, Colorado.

Winona is survived by her daughter Peggy (Gary) Brink of Montrose, CO; her granddaughters Wendy (Mike) Young of Olathe, CO; Christy (Luke) Kimble of Montrose, CO; and Katy Brink of Montrose, CO; and 5 great grandchildren. There will be a Memorial Service for Winona on Wednesday, January 4, 2017 at the First Church of the Nazarene on 12^th Street, at 3:00 p.m. Arrangements are under the care of Crippin Funeral Home and Crematory. (970)249-2121