Kerry L. Powell
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Oct 31, 1944---May 21, 2022

Kerry L. Powell, 77, of Olathe, KS, passed away Saturday, May 21, 2022.  Visitation will be 5-7:00 PM Tuesday, May 24, 2022 at the Porter Funeral Home, 8535 Monrovia Street, Lenexa, KS.

Kerry was born October 31, 1944, in Trenton, MO to Rex D. and Wanda D. (Warner) Merrell.  She was in charge of the Par 3 Junior Golf League at the Overland Park Golf Course for 22 years and was on the Ladies Golf League.  She was preceded in death by her parents, brother Bobby Merrell and sister Kelly Merrell. Kerry is survived by her husband of 57 years, Jim Powell, two children James D. Powell and his wife Lei, Julie L. Osborne, brother Rex David Merrell and his wife Donna, four grandchildren Riley Osborne, Ramzey Osborne, Darren Powell, Lynn Powell, great grandson Ryan Britt and extended family and friends.


Condolences

Teri And John McDonald May 22, 2022

Friends ,Lake Ozark ,Missouri

It was my privilege to work with her for over 10 years. We had a lot of laughs. I loved our couples night with the Colmer’s and Eleeson’s I will tuck my memories in my heart. Until we meet again❤️❤️❤️

Jan mccoy May 22, 2022

Friend of julie and family ,Eagle river ,Wisconsin

Iam so sorry to the family we send are deepest sympathy Kerry was just a bright life and fun to be around always loved when they came up to visit julie hugs to you all

Carol Taylor May 22, 2022

Golf buddy ,Olathe ,Kansas

Kerry was always fun to be with. I enjoyed seeing her smiling face ready to check people in to play golf. She loved working with the par three kids and getting them ready for the yearly tournament. I'm so sad for your lose. I will miss her.

Reagan and Kathleen Brewer May 22, 2022

Friends ,Overland Park ,Kansas

So very sad for the loss of Kerry. We will miss her sweet smile and spirit. Heart felt condolences to Jim and the children, grandchildren: She spoke lovingly of you so often.

Cathy Chalk May 22, 2022

Friend ,Olathe ,Kansas

Jim, Kerry was so loved by Sean she was like his work Mom. Thank you both for being such a huge part of our lives. May God bless you and watch over you and your family during this difficult time.

Jeanne Pettijohn May 22, 2022

Golfer ,Overland Park ,Kansas

I’ll always remember her extraordinary ability to swing her club so freely. May she Rest In Peace and enjoy her next journey to the fullest

Jim Pettijohn May 22, 2022

Friend ,Overland Park ,Kansas

Golf teaches you a lot about golf and golfing with someone teaches you a lot about them. Kerry always was warm and open with you on the course. Always wanting you to enjoy your round of golf as she did

Rob Gleissner May 22, 2022

Friend ,Olathe ,Kansas

Jimmy; Sorry to hear about Kerry. My wife Lavada was introduced by Teri Boyle. Unfortunately, this news is occurring way too much. Hope you and your family are doing ok.

Heidi Ramos-Neperud May 22, 2022

Friend of Julie ,Olathe ,Kansas

Julie and family, I am thinking of you all as you grieve the loss of your Mom/Wife. I remember Kerry as being very kind, loving and supportive Mom. She will be missed by all. Hugs Heidi

Debbie Gray May 22, 2022

Friend ,Overland Park ,Kansas

A sweet lady and friend has been called by God to share with him her everlasting home. She will be missed by so many. Prayers and blessings are with Jim and family.

Patsy Byrnes May 22, 2022

Fellow golfer ,Overland Park ,Kansas

Jim and family, I am sorry for your loss. Kerry played golf with me this past Thursday in league at OP. As usual she swung freely and would send it and as usual she was consistently nice, fun and polite. It was always obvious that she was thinking of those around her. Happily I can say that I was able to make her laugh a few times during that round of golf. She set the bar for top notch behavior on the course. Am offering an hour of Eucharistic Adoration for you and your family. Many prayers.

Julieann Lewkowski May 23, 2022

Golf friend ,Overland Park ,Kansas

I will miss her sweet demeanor and smile on the golf course. She was my inspiration to lower my handicap with too much backswing. Rest In Peace Kerry. ⛳️🏌️‍♀️

Diana Mitts May 23, 2022

Neighbor ,Olathe ,Kansas

Jim and family, We will certainly miss seeing Kerry. God’s Care to you and your family.

Susan Lang May 23, 2022

friend ,Overland Park ,Kansas

Kerry always had a sweet smile when we checked in. She was always so friendly on and off of the golf course. We had even a conversation on a medical issue. We loved talking to her at the couples golf league too! She will certainly be missed by all who knew her. So sorry for your loss, Jim and all the kids and grand kids.

Jane Belzer May 23, 2022

Fellow 🏌️‍♀️ ,Kansas City ,Missouri

I am so sorry to hear about Kerry’s passing. She was such a positive happy golfer. We played as teammates on the O.P. Kansas City cup team for several years and it was always fun to complete with her as my partner. I’ll miss her .

Jo Ann Bray May 23, 2022

Friend ,Overland Park ,Kansas

I’ll miss my dearest friend. Love & prayers to Jim and Julie.

Patty and Dale Brehm May 23, 2022

Friend ,Overland Park ,Kansas

Kerry was a valuable friend and excellent golfer at OP Golf. She was always kind, helpful, and friendly. She was patient with every age. We will miss visiting with her at couples league. Our thoughts and prayers are with Jim and his family.

Charles and Colleen Templer May 23, 2022

Friend ,Overland Park ,Kansas

We have been privileged to know Kerry for about 40 years. We are saddened to learn of of her passing. Our condolences and prayers are extended to Jim and her family.

Karen Brower May 24, 2022

Golf Friend ,Shawnee ,Kansas

I started playing Golf with Kerry years ago. We were both new golfers even though Kerry came from a family of golfers. She decided to finally take up Golf as the kids were now grown & on their own. I fondly remember her telling me she would only play with a few clubs until she got better. We played Minor Park & a course in Olathe many times with Terry & a friend on hers. We went our separate ways over the years due to work schedules, but ran into each other several times. Positive, Cute, Genuine are things I remember most about Kerry. SHE WAS A JEWEL! Condolences to her wonderful family.

Tami Waite May 27, 2022

Friend from golf ,Lenexa ,Kansas

We called her “Little Bit”. When I met Kerry, this tiny little thing,… we were paired together with our friends from Milburn , Becky and Terri, in the Sunflower member guest tournament. We all became fast friends . “Little Bit “ was our pet name for Kerry because it fit the ball of fire that was packed in that small frame ! Little Bit swung that club around her back and smacked that ball straight out into the fairway every single time! If you saw our team, we were a bunch of fun loving misfits, but when it came to competition… we rocked! Every year people bet on our crazy team to win in the horse race and every year we did NOT disappoint ! We came up with silly outfits to entertain the golfers, we laughed and laughed , and we made the best memories ! Last year when little bit wasn’t able to play on our team, we made ball markers that said “Little Bit” .. to keep her with us in spirit. I think I’m going to always wear that ball marker to keep her in my thoughts. The kindest, sweetest, go getter, and such a beautiful friend. Rest In Peace until we get to hug again . ❤️

Kathy Powell Jun 18, 2022

Larry Powell now deceased husband ,Fort Scott ,Kansas

So sorry for your loss!

Vera Aug 01, 2022

Friend ,Overland Park ,Kansas

I am so sorry Miss Kerry has graduated to the heavenly links. Junior golf will miss her. My grandkids learned golf etiquette from Miss Kerry, and were comforted by her hug when the first tee shot dribbled six feet, and they burst into tears. RIP, Miss Kerry.

Services

Event:
Visitation
Location:
Porter Funeral Home
Address:
8535 Monrovia
City:
Lenexa
State:
Kansas
Zip Code:
66215
Date:
May 24, 2022
Time:
5:00 PM
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