Donald J. "Paw" Powers

He was born October 16, 1941, and passed away on July 11, 2025, at home surrounded by his family. He is survived by two daughters, Mindy (Kevin) LaBauve and Denise Powers; Grandkids, Zack (Collin) Powers, Madison (Turner) Francis, Maggie "Goose" and Brody LaBauve; two great grandsons, Brooks, and Bennett Francis; two brothers, David and Lloyd Powers. He is preceded in death by his parents, Charles Earl Sr. and Margaret Luce Powers; brothers, George, Charles Jr., Lawrence Powers, and the love of his life for 52 years, Geneva Ann "Minerva" Bourgeois Powers. He was a dedicated, loving, selfless, giving, and honest man to his wife, children, grandkids, and all who knew him. Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, July 26, 2025, in the Timothy Building at The Church International of St. Amant on Highway 431, with visitation from 9am-11am with service to follow. A reception will immediately follow. Thank you to Gentiva Hospice; Renee, Craig, Shameika, Amber, and Kara. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Mesothelioma Research Foundation. Arrangements with Church Funeral Services in St. Amant, LA