Current timestamp: 08/02/2023 01:26:05
AgeAlertAnonymousAppealsApplicationsApply Or RegisterArea OutlineArrow DownArrow LeftArrow RightArrow UpAutomatic DoorsBack ArrowBusinessCalendarCashArrow DownArrow LeftArrow RightArrow Down[Missing text '/SvgIcons/Symbols/Titles/icon-chrome' for 'English (United Kingdom)']ClockCloseContactDirectionsDocumentDownloadDrawDrugExpandExternal LinkFacebookFb CommentFb LikeFiletype DefaultFiletype DocFiletype PdfFiletype PptFiletype XlsFinance[Missing text '/SvgIcons/Symbols/Titles/icon-firefox' for 'English (United Kingdom)']First AidFlickrFraudGive FeedbackGlobeGuide DogHealthHearing ImpairedInduction LoopInfoInstagramIntercom[Missing text '/SvgIcons/Symbols/Titles/icon-internet-explorer' for 'English (United Kingdom)']LaptopLiftLinkedinLocal ActivityLoudspeakerLow CounterMailMapMap PinMembershipMenuMenu 2[Missing text '/SvgIcons/Symbols/Titles/icon-microsoft-edge' for 'English (United Kingdom)']Missing PeopleMobility ImpairmentNationalityNorth PointerOne Mile RadiusOverviewPagesPaper PlaneParkingPdfPhonePinterestPlayPushchairRefreshReportRequestRestart[Missing text '/SvgIcons/Symbols/Titles/icon-rotate-clockwise' for 'English (United Kingdom)']Rss[Missing text '/SvgIcons/Symbols/Titles/icon-safari' for 'English (United Kingdom)']SearchShareSign LanguageSnapchatStart AgainStatsStats And Prevention AdviceStopSubscribeTargetTattosTell Us AboutTickTumblrTwenty Four HoursTwitterTwitter LikeTwitter ReplyTwitter RetweetUploadVisually ImpairedWhatsappWheelchairWheelchair AssistedWheelchair ParkingWheelchair RampWheelchair WcYoutubeZoom InZoom Out

Quickly exit this site by pressing the Escape key Leave this site

Skip to main content

Skip to main navigation

Welcome

This site is a beta, which means it's a work in progress and we'll be adding more to it over the next few weeks. Your feedback helps us make things better, so please let us know what you think.

Show me the site

Thames Valley Police

Search this website

Main navigation menu

  • Report

    Back to Report

    • Crime
    • Domestic abuse
    • Rape, sexual assault and other sexual offences
    • Road traffic incident
    • Report antisocial behaviour
    • Missing person
    • Fraud
    • Civil disputes
    • Lost or found property
    • Lost or stolen vehicles
  • Tell us about

    Back to Tell us about

    • Tell us about possible terrorist activity
    • How to tell us about something you've seen or heard
    • An existing case or report
    • A procession or event you are planning
    • Filming
    • Abnormal vehicle load
  • Apply or register

    Back to Apply or register

    • Careers
    • Charity collection licences
    • Compensation for victims of crime
    • Firearm, shotgun or explosives certificate
    • Attend a misconduct hearing
  • Request

    Back to Request

    • A collision report
    • Intellectual property (IP) licence
    • Request your fingerprints
    • Information: about the police, about yourself or someone else
  • Thanks and complaints

    Back to Thanks and complaints

    • Complaints
    • Say thanks
    • Feedback about the website
  • Your area

Breadcrumb

  1. ...
  2. News

Further tribute released to Powell family following fatal road traffic collision - Oxford

Main article content

Navigation

Featured
Oxfordshire

13:58 22/10/2020

Sue and Kevin Powell, the paternal grandparents of Phoebe, Simeon and Amelia Powell and parents-in-law of Zoe, have released a personal tribute following the road traffic collision on the A40 near Oxford, in which all four tragically died.

 

“One of the worst nightmares for a parent is to bury their child, and grandparents do not expect to have to bury their grandchildren. We have to do both. 

“Josh and Zoe met while they were at school, marrying in the September after they left school.  They moved to York while Josh did a year in industry, after which they both attended Sheffield University where Zoe studied English and Josh Civil Engineering. 

“Phoebe and Simeon were both born while Josh and Zoe were at university, and it is a demonstration of their ability that they both achieved high grade degrees with two young children.

“After leaving Sheffield University, they moved to Chinnor for Josh's work. Zoe was a homemaker, who brought her artistic talents to the home and children. As a retired midwife, Sue loved helping Zoe to write the Mamma book.

“Josh and Zoe had two more children, Amelia and Penny.

“Our grandchildren were full of life; independently minded and adventurous. Phoebe had a love of flamingos requesting frequent visits to the WWT at Slimbridge and wanting flamingos on her clothes. We will treasure her artwork of flamingos.

20201022-Powell family photo 1 - 600x370.jpg

Zoe Powell, pictured with all four of her children

“Simeon had a sense of humour. When asked to do something, he would give a cheeky grin and do the opposite.

“He was also very caring ensuring his sisters had an equal share of things. He loved cars and mechanics.  A typical boy! We treasure the cards he made and sent to us.

“Amelia was a cutie and had a smile to melt our hearts. She loved to dance and sing. She often encouraged the others to put on a "show".

“She was such an outgoing girl who loved animals, including our dog. We treasure all the memories of her.

“We are thankful that we have spent so much time with them and have so many photographs of them all.

“They spent their last weekend with us, travelling home when the accident happened.  The memories of that weekend bring us so much peace.

“They all knew their great grandparents who loved them all dearly and we are so grateful they passed away recently, as this shock would have been unbearable for them. 

“We enjoyed joint holidays in our touring caravans with the grandchildren frequently opting to sleep in our van.

“Grandparents’ rules are less strict. They always wanted to play board games with us and have great times.

“Christmas was always a fun time with them all around and a long tradition of "Nana" Sue providing Christmas pyjamas continued.

“We have included a treasured picture of Zoe and all the children in their Christmas pyjamas last year.

“There were lots of opportunities to do what grandparents do best, to give treats and a trip to Disney on Ice last year will be remembered for ever. We have included a picture.

“They regarded "grandad" Kevin as very, very silly, and there was frequently a lot of irreverent banter between them and they frequently were all climbing on him or winding each other up!

“Nana was more reserved but still described as silly. They knew Nana was the one to go to for hugs, cuddles and games. They all loved to bake with Nana.

20201022-Powell family photo 2- Full size.jpg

Simeon, Amelia and Phoebe Powell at Disney on Ice last year

“Zoe, when she married our son Josh, became our daughter too, and her loss is a big shock to us. 

“We feel her loss as if she was our birth daughter.  Zoe brought us a world of artistic talent and a love of classic literature into a family that was mainly scientific and factual. Zoe brightened our lives.

“Penny is now the light of our lives. She is bringing us great joy in our sorrow.

“The challenge for all the grandparents, Aunt and Uncle, is to help Josh raise her with love, joy and Jesus in her life; to ensure her mum and siblings are as familiar to her as they are to us. Her life is extra precious for us all.

“Although Josh remains unwell, he has been able to write a moving tribute to his family. We are immensely proud of him and will support him as he moves forward in this new life.

“We appreciate all the prayers and support and are thankful that we are being left to grieve as a family.”

 

Sue and Kevin Powell 

Share

Is there a problem with this page?

Footer navigation

We use cookies on this site to give you a better, more personalised experience.

I'm fine with cookies I'd like to manage the cookies

Thames Valley Police

  • Contact us
  • News
  • Careers at TVP
  • About TVP
  • Campaigns
  • Privacy notice
  • Cookies
  • Terms and conditions
  • Accessibility

Information and services

  • Advice and information
  • Crime prevention
  • Stats and data
  • Accessing information (FOI)
  • Report
  • Tell us about
  • Apply or register
  • Request
  • Thanks and complaints

Partners

  • Police.uk
  • Ask the police
  • Police & Crime Commissioner

Follow us on:

© Copyright 2023. All rights reserved.