Timothy Irving Powell, 74, of Portland passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at the Chautauqua Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Dunkirk. He was born on September 23, 1950 in Dunkirk, the son of Irving and Elenor (nee Raynor) Powell.
He married the love of his life, Deborah Baldwin on August 7, 1971 in Eldred, PA.
Tim was a lifelong area resident graduated from Brocton High School in 1969. He grew up and worked on the family grape farm, Powell Vineyards in Portland for his entire life. He belonged to the Portland Congregational Church, Portland Volunteer Fire Station 1, was a past member of the Westfield Moose Lodge #118 and was a current member of the Sons of the American Legion in Brocton.
Tim, a hard worker, with a "green thumb," enjoyed growing all types of vegetables, tomatoes and berries. Hunting and fishing were a part of his life, as was wintering at the family home in Jensen Beach, FL. But most of all, his grandchildren were his pride and joy.
Tim is survived by his beloved wife, Deborah J. Powell of Portland; two loving children, Nicole W. (Douglas) Walter of Portland and Kevin (Amber) Powell of Ashville; five cherished grandchildren, Devin (Martina) and Derek Walter, Hope, Joshua and Hannah Powell; his father, Irving Powell of Portland; siblings, Jeffrey (Savina) Powell of Virginia Beach, VA, William "Bill" Powell of Portland, Jennifer (late Dennis) Norton of Jensen Beach, FL and Susan (James) Walker of Forestville; and by many nieces, nephews and cousins. He was predeceased by his mother, Elenor Powell.
Friends may call on Friday, May 2 from 4:00-7:00 PM at the Mason Funeral home, 37 Clinton Street in Westfield. A funeral service will be held on Saturday, May 3 at 11:00 AM at the Portland Congregational Church, 8649 Church Street in Portland. Interment will be private in the Portland Evergreen Cemetery.
The family suggests memorial contributions in Tim's memory be made to the Portland Congregational Church or the Portland Fire Department.
Please share online condolences and remembrances at www.masonfuneral.com.
