I also have a John A. Powell. Does anyone connect with these Powells? They came to Sunflower County, MS. in the late 1830's from Ohio. I'm not sure but I think the parents were from Va. and Carolinas. They were 3 Brothers: John A Powell B..1823....D..1905 [M] 3/12/1861 to Sarah E Gunnels B.6/12/1828.....D. 10/6/1876 Children:....Florence A., John E., Jacob James, Mary Agnes George Powell B.. D. [M] 8/24/1851 to Serena Gunnels B ..1826 D... Children: George Pink, Sarah Frances, John William, Margaret Elisha Powell..B... D............[M] 7/28/1851 to Rutha Betty Children: Sarah, George I have more info if anyone can connect to these brothers. Ruth