John Thomas Powell Jr., age 85, of Brookville, passed away Friday, April 21, 2017 following an extended illness.

He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Della Powell; brother, David and sister, Luella Ankeney.

John served in the U.S. Army's 24th infantry during the Korean war from 1950-1953 and was a lifelong member of the VFW. He spent over 30 years as a Dayton Fire Fighter.

Survived by his wife of 65 years, Juanita Powell; children, Pamela (Norbert) Overla, Darlene (Gene) Pease, Donna (Steven) Oswalt and Diana Goodwin; 11 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren.

Private services will be held at the convenience of the family.

Arrangement made by Gilbert-Fellers Funeral Home. E-mail condolences may be sent by going online to www.gilbert-fellers.com.