Kenneth Charles Powell, Sr.

Kenneth Charles Powell, Sr, was more in Madison, WV in 1931. He graduated from Aracoma High School in Logan, WV and furthered his education at West Virginia State Barber College.
In 1952, Kenneth joined the US Army and served as an electrical technician at Fort Knox, Kentucky. Following his time in the military, he began working as a a junior barber and gained the training needed to become a licensed barber. Shortly thereafter, following his entrepreneurial spirit and dedication to give back to his community, Kenneth opened Kenny’s barber Shop in Huntington, WV that he owned and operated for many years.

Kenny’s Barbershop offered more than just a nice haircut. He made his barber shop a destination. It was a gathering place for the communities’ youth to ‘hang out’ with Kenny and his older, more mature patrons to absorb their vast knowledge, experience, and valuable mentoring for all that entered his doors. All his patrons left with more confidence, self-esteem, knowledge, AND a great haircut.

Kenneth served as a 32nd degree Past Master Mason and a Shriner. He LOVED baseball, football (Pittsburgh Steelers), basketball, and soccer. He participated, coached, and was an avid spectator. Kenneth also enjoyed playing cards and croquets with friends and family, and he had a large collection of hats that he loved to wear.

He was a man of few words, but when he spoke it was always relevant and insightful. Kenneth enjoyed spending time with his family and friends and was adored and admired by all.
Sadly, the Powell patriarch passed away on September 24, 2022, leaving an indelible mark on the lives of all that knew and loved him.