Virginia L. Powell

Virginia L. “Tinnie” Powell, 66, of Chester, PA, was called to reunite with the lord on November 11, 2022, surrounded by her children and loved ones at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital. Born on December 23, 1955, Tinnie was the daughter of the late Matthew and Jannie Powell. She was number 8 in the Powell family lineup of 12 children. Tinnie was educated in the city of Chester school system, graduating from Chester High School in 1974. Virginia later met and married Perry Richardson, and from this connection, four beautiful children were born: Parie Powell, Tenesa Richardson, Perry Richardson Jr, and Jannie Richardson. She grew up serving and accepting God and later joined as a member at Freedom Baptist Church. She was employed at Fairacres as a patient service technician. She was also employed at Manchester Care Facility for several years and later retired in 1999, a year after discovering her heart condition. To have known Tinnie was a beautiful experience; she touched many lives with her warm love. She was a hard working independent woman with style and fine taste for nice things. Her grandchildren were her world; she loved and adored them to the moon and back. She enjoyed providing for them, putting a smile on their precious faces, and spending time with them. She enjoyed helping the community in any way possible; she would go to nearby senior buildings and pass out fresh produce and food. Virginia L. Powell (Tinnie) leaves to cherish her memory her children: Parie Powell, Tenesa Richardson, Perry Richardson Jr., and Jannie Richardson; 17 grandchildren. Six siblings: Matthew (Emilia), Kevin (Ella), Karen, Rodney (Renee “Special sister-in-law”), Larry, Gary (Renae). Two special nieces, Monica and Kenya Powell, two goddaughters: Krystal Thomas and Danejah Dew McGurn, one godson: Clifton Jordan-Clark, extended special Richardson Family, and a host of cousins, nieces, nephews, sisters and brothers-in-law, and many, many friends. In addition to her parents, Tinnie was preceded in death by her ex-husband: Perry Richardson Sr., special friend: John Washington Jr.; one granddaughter: Tatyana Trader; two sisters: Jannie and Vanessa Powell; four brothers: Robert, Raymond, and Rembert Powell, and Bobby Patterson, and one godson: Zenas Nicholas-Powell. We, the family of Virginia L. Powell (Tinnie), with love and appreciation, would like to thank every act of kindness during our time of bereavement, and we pray for God's continued blessings upon each of you and your family. To everyone that was a part of her life, we thank you for a lifetime of joy, love, and laughter.

Virginia L. Powell

December 23, 1955 - November 11, 2022