Kavin L. Powell, Sr., 39—A Sudden Silence in the Heart of Tulia

The quiet community of Tulia, Texas, has been rocked by a devastating discovery that has left a local family shattered and a neighborhood searching for answers. On Monday morning, December 15, 2025, the life of 39-year-old Kavin L. Powell, Sr. came to a sudden and tragic end. Found deceased within the walls of his own home on South Briscoe Avenue, Kavin’s passing has cast a long, somber shadow over the town he called home. At just 39, he was a man in the prime of his life, making the mystery of his absence even more difficult for those he left behind to bear.

A Major Law Enforcement Response and a Community in Shock

The morning of the discovery was marked by the heavy presence of flashing lights and yellow tape as DPS officials and the Texas Rangers converged on the scene. The scale of the law enforcement response has signaled to the residents of Tulia that this is no ordinary loss. For those living on South Briscoe Avenue, the sight of investigators combing through Kavin’s home has turned a place of familiarity into a site of profound tragedy. The “unthinkable silence” that now surrounds the property is a painful reminder of how quickly a life can be taken, leaving a void that cannot be filled by anything other than the truth.

Mourning a Father and a Friend Taken Too Soon

Kavin L. Powell, Sr. was a man whose greatest legacy was his family. As a father and a resident of Tulia, he was a thread in the fabric of this community. Those who knew him describe a man who was deeply connected to his roots and who worked hard for the people he loved. To lose him at such a young age is a theft of time—time he should have spent watching his children grow and building more memories with his friends. As the state investigation continues to unfold, the people of Tulia are leaning on one another, offering prayers and support to the Powell family as they navigate a journey of grief that no one should have to walk alone.

Resting in Peace: A Final Tribute to Kavin Powell, Sr.

We extend our deepest and most sincere sympathies to the children, family, and friends of Kavin L. Powell, Sr. during this time of unimaginable sorrow. We hope for a swift resolution to the investigation and for peace to return to the Powell household. May Kavin find eternal rest, and may his memory be a source of strength for his loved ones. Rest in peace.