Edna “Ruth” Powers, 82, of Baxter Springs, died Wednesday, December 7, 2022 at Galena Nursing Center in Galena.. She had been a resident there for less than a month. Born June 5, 1940, in Drury, Mo., Ruth was the daughter of Elijah J. Luellen and Jessie (Sanders) Luellen. They preceded her in death.
Ruth is survived by her son, Mike Powers, (wife Marsha) of Old Monroe, Mo.; brother, Jim Luellen (wife Virginia) of Nowata, Okla.; niece, Michelle Luellen of Joplin, Mo.; nephew, Michael Luellen of Chanute. She also left behind many friends.
Edna has been entrusted to Derfelt’s Baxter Chapel for cremation. Family will hold services at a later date. Online condolences may be expressed at www.derfeltfuneralhomes. com.