Of course, he did that in a restaurant. John Gold, Kimmel's cousin, said he knew how to work hard and play hard. A rosary will be said Monday at 7 p.m. at St. Anthony's Catholic Church in Violet. A funeral mass also will be held at the church at 1 p.m. Tuesday, followed by burial at St. Anthony's Catholic Cemetery. He had his future set.
Burial site is undetermined.
An excellent student, he was president of the National Honor Society. His senior year in high school, Powell lettered in track and cross-country. He also was involved in the debate team, Science Club, University Interscholastic League regional academic competitions and drill team honor guard. An Eagle Scout, he also was a certified lifeguard and swim instructor and a Boy Scout summer camp instructor. Outside of school, Powell helped at retirement and children's homes and volunteered for Special Olympics.