Born in Elba, AL to his mother, Melinda Gayle Boyette of Slatyfork, WV and father Ronnie Powell of Elba AL.  Aaron was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, William H. Boyette of Plant City, FL and Louise Smith Clay of Slocomb, AL.  Aaron is survived by his son, Aden R. Powell of Mobile, AL his parents M. Gayle Boyette of Slatyfork, WV and Ronnie F. Powell of Elba, AL. His siblings Anna J. Powell of Orlando, FL Alan S. Gibson of Slatyfork, WV Adam R. Crews, Sister in-law Shannon Crews, niece Hannah K. Crews, and nephew Hunter R. Crews of Auburn, AL. His paternal grandparents, Pat and Roland E. Powell of Elba, AL and many other friends, family members, and loved ones. Memorial services will be held Friday April 9, 2021 at 3:00 PM in the First Baptist Church of Elba, AL., with Rev. Kit Johnson officiating. The family will receive friends at the church one hour prior to services.

Aaron was residing in Roanoke, VA at the time of his death where he was very active in his community.  On sunny days he could be found fishing.  He was an avid angler and often caught the biggest fish. He could be found hiking, biking, or doing what he could, sweeping the sidewalk or digging a neighbor's car out of a snow bank.  Aaron enjoyed most of all feeding people.  He was an amazing cook and his mission was to help hungry people.  It didn't just stop at his door though.  Aaron was a member of several local non-profits in Roanoke Valley.  He could be found packing grocery boxes at the local food bank, or volunteering at the Roanoke Rescue Mission Ministries.  Aaron was courageous.  He had a gift for finding the lowest common denominator in any group and would do what he could to meet them where they were and bring love and light into their lives.  In his words, "Love fast and judge slow".  Aaron loved God and could often be heard telling someone about Jesus.  He was recently baptized at his local church, Celebration Church of God, in Roanoke, VA.  An October baby, Aaron was a natural born libra and was always concerned about fairness for not just himself but for others.  He lived a life of liberty and if you were his friend, he was loyal to you until the end.  He was bigger than life and his joyful smile and jolly laugh would light up the room.   Aaron would encourage us to share good news and hope for the day when there was, as he would say "no more bad news". He will be missed by so many until we all meet together again.

*Due to the pandemic a celebration of life will be held for Aaron in the months to come.  Please look out for that spring date.  Please hold any memorials for future donation pathways in Aaron's honor.