Michael Eugene Powers

Michael Eugene Powers, 74, of Hickory, passed away on Tuesday morning, February 23, 2021 at Catawba Valley Medical Center in Hickory.

Michael was born on September 28, 1946, in Iredell County, to the late Harold and Martha Bost Powers. Michael was a member of Antioch Baptist Church, where he served as a deacon, Sunday School teacher, and finance chairman. Michael was incredibly involved in his faith.

In addition to his parents, Michael was preceded in death by his daughter, Angela Mayberry, and a brother, Don Powers.

Those left to cherish the memories of Mr. Powers include his wife of 55 years, Judy Helms Powers; son, Christopher Powers (Erica); brother, Larry Powers (Kim); sister, Carolyn Smith (Jan); sister-in-law, Jane Powers; four grandchildren, Brennan Mayberry, Noah Powers, Emerson Powers, and Elle Powers; and a number of special friends, nieces, and nephews.

A graveside service for Mr. Powers will be conducted in the Antioch Baptist Church Cemetery on March 6, 2021, beginning at 11:00 a.m.

The family requests that, in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the Antioch Baptist Benevolence Fund, Antioch Baptist Church’s General Fund, or to the Senior Ministry @ 580 Antioch Church Road, Taylorsville, NC 28681.

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Alexander Funeral and Cremation Service.

Condolences may be sent to www.alexfuneralservice.com.