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Buck Powell And Frankie Bell: Two Champion Coaches Born In Century Pass Away : NorthEscambia.com

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Two legendary state champion high school coaches born in Century recently passed away, leaving a legacy of success that spanned decades of local sports history. Melvin “Buck” Powell and Franklin “Frankie” Nelson Bell are both being remembered for their contribution to both athletics and education. Melvin “Buck” Powell October 14, 1943 – March 14, 2026 Melvin Powell, 81, was [...]
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Melvin Franklin “Buck” Powell : NorthEscambia.com

Melvin Franklin “Buck” Powell, 82, of Atmore, Alabama, passed away on March 14, 2026.  Buck was born on October 14, 1943, in Century, Florida, to Mark and Mabel Powell. He grew up in Flomaton, AL, where he graduated from Flomaton High School.  Buck went on to attend Auburn University, where he graduated in  1966 with a [...]

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northescambia.com broke the news in on Wednesday, March 18, 2026.
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