Nov. 12, 1956 – Dec. 26, 2024, Tacoma, Washington – Donald passed peacefully at his home surrounded by his loving family after a brief bout with cancer.
Donald was born to Edwin Reed Powell and Lois Nutting Powell in Holbrook. Donald attended grade school and high school in Holbrook. Don attended the University of Arizona, graduating in 1978 earning a Bachelor of Arts with distinction. Donald moved to the Pacific Northwest and attended law school at the University of Puget Sound, graduating with a Juris Doctorate cum laude in 1981. Donald practiced law in Pierce County from 1981-2024. He served as president and treasurer for the Pierce County Bar Association. He also served on the board of directors for Greater Lakes Mental Health for several years. Don was a friend of Bill W. And left this world with 21 years sober.
Don is survived by his wife Chris Powell; his brothers, E. Dean Powell and J.D. Powell; his nieces; stepdaughters, Amy Krosschell, Tara Chubb and Lindsay Pullen; his 12 grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his brother Mike Powell.
Donald’s Celebration of Life is 3 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 18, at Kilworth Chapel, located at 3410 N. 18th St. in Tacoma, Wash.
