Clydia Avis Powers

Clydia Avis (Shriver) Powers of Lesterville, Missouri passed away on January 10, 2021, at the age of 91 years. She was born on July 15, 1929 in Centerville, Missouri, the daughter of the late Clifford and Bernice (Gallahar) Shriver. On October 11, 1947, Clydia was united in marriage to Elmer Ray Powers, who preceded her in death on February 13, 1996. To this union, two children were born: Kenneth Ray Powers (Robb Endicott-Powers) of St. Louis, Missouri, and the late Richard Lee Powers (Cathy). In addition to her son, Clydia is survived by one brother, Larry Shriver of Fort Worth, Texas; six grandchildren, and six great grandchildren; as well as a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. She was preceded in death by two brothers: Robert Shriver and Irvin Shriver. Clydia became a Christian and was baptized at the young age of 9 years old during a revival at the First Baptist Church of Ironton. She was a member of The First Baptist Church of Lesterville at the time of her death. Before...