James A. Powell, 57, of Leesburg, died at 12:25 a.m. March 5, 2010, in his residence.
He was born Nov. 17, 1952, in Indianapolis, to James Arthur and Bertha F. Sabotin Powell.
A 1970 graduate of Thomas Carr Howe High School, he earned a bachelor's degree in engineering from Purdue University. For 34 years, he was a self-employed engineer, retiring in 2008. He was a member of Warsaw Elks Lodge.
Surviving are three daughters: Kathleen Renae Cavanaugh, Indianapolis; Devon R. (and spouse Troy) McIntyre, Pendleton; and Danielle C. Powell, Kendallville; a stepson, Paul J. McQueen, Brownsburg; six grandchildren; a sister, Sally L. Powell, Indianapolis; and his life companion, Linda C. McQueen, Leesburg.
Services will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Shirley Brothers Irving Hill Chapel, Indianapolis.
Calling is from 4 to 8 p.m. today at the funeral home.
Titus Funeral Home, Warsaw, is in charge of local arrangements.
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Memorials may be sent to the American Lung Association, 9445 Delegates Row, Indianapolis, IN 46240.
