Raymond LaVel Powell, also known as Vel, was born on July 18, 1994, in Raleigh, NC. He was a vibrant soul who always had a smile on his face and a knack for making others laugh. Raymond had a unique and dark sense of humor that made it difficult to stay mad at him for long. He took pride in being different and effortlessly stood out from the crowd.

If you went to school in Wake County or lived in Raleigh, chances are you knew of Raymond or knew someone who could tell you about an epic night spent with this childish soul. Raymond had a deep love for music, enjoying various genres, but his heart belonged to pop/rock. However, his greatest love was his son, Ermias.

Throughout his life, Raymond worked as a security guard for six years, securing numerous bars, clubs, and shopping centers in the Raleigh area. He embraced his role with a bold and masculine demeanor. Raymond's presence could light up a room, and his outgoing personality left a lasting impact on everyone he encountered.

Raymond's proudest accomplishment was being a father to his son, Raymond Zachary Ermias Powell. He cherished his role as a parent and found joy in watching his son grow.

Raymond will be remembered for his infectious smile, his witty humor, and his ability to put a smile on everyone's face. His departure from this world is a loss felt deeply, as his young and vibrant soul was taken too soon. However, his memory will forever live on in the hearts of those who knew and loved him.