Donna M. Powell's Obituary
Donna M. Powell, of Millsboro, DE passed away on Saturday, February 13, 2021. She was born in Chester, PA, daughter of the late Alvin and Helen Hunter.
Ms. Donna had a passion for dance from a very young age. She was extremely talented and performed as a Rockette in New York City. She went on to open Donna Powell Dance Studio in Vineland, NJ where she taught countless generations of kids. She loved to work with children and sharing her passion for dance. When not dancing, Ms. Donna enjoyed travelling. Above all, she cherished time spent with those she held most dear. She was a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, friend, and teacher who will be deeply missed by all who knew her.
In addition to her parents, Ms. Donna was predeceased by her grandchild, Michael Jr. (Buddy); and her daughter in law, Susan. She is survived by her beloved husband of 49 years, Russell A. Powell; her sons: Edward Powell of Millville, NJ, and Michael Powell (Alechia) of Providence, NC; her grandchildren: Tiffany, Dakoda, and Alexis; and her great-grandchildren: Chello and Novaia.
Services will be private.
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