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Mary Powers Obituary
December 21, 2024
KINGSPORT - Mary Logan Vest Powers, age 64, of Kingsport, TN, passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 21, 2024. Born in Kingsport to Jack and Sue Vest, Mary spent her life deeply rooted in the community she loved. Her warmth, strength, and unwavering devotion to her family and friends will be cherished forever.
Mary had a passion for History, English, and Writing, and her appreciation for politics sparked many thoughtful discussions. Early in life, she also discovered a love for singing. Those who knew her well may fondly remember the sound of her voice bellowing "Climb Every Mountain" from The Sound of Music echoing through her home. She also had a clever sense of humor, as you might have been the victim of one of her infamous pranks.
Mary was preceded in death by her beloved husband, James L. Powers, III, with whom she loved her entire life.
She is survived by her children, Sarah Powers Parker and James L. Powers IV, who brought immense pride and joy to her life; her treasured grandchildren, Rowan and Dylan Parker, who filled her days with laughter and love; and her devoted siblings, Debra Brown (Russell) and Carla Boyd (Joseph). Mary was a beloved aunt to Reed Brown and his son, Tristen Billups; Caroline Boyd; and Courtney Smith (Nate) and their children, Boyd and Estelle Smith.
Her extended family included her brother-in-law, Mark Powers (Christiane); sister-in-law, Kristyn Powers; and brother-in-law, Scott Powers (Melissa) and their sons, Christopher and Nicholas Powers. Mary also leaves behind a circle of cousins and dear friends who will miss her deeply.
A funeral service celebrating Mary's life will be held on Saturday, December 28, 2024, at 5:00 p.m. at Hamlett-Dobson Funeral Home in Kingsport, officiated by Jeff Morelock. The family will receive friends following the service. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Rise Erwin riseerwin.org or The Bridge Home No Kill Animal Rescue bridgehome.org
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