Hope police officer dies after battle with cancer
Officer was seven-year veteran of department
HOPE, Ark. (KSLA) - The Hope Police Department is mourning the death of one of its own.
Officer Keith Powell, 61, a seven-year veteran of the department, died Wednesday, May 20 in Texarkana, Texas after a battle with cancer.
The police department says Powell was diagnosed back in October of 2025 and faced the cancer with “strength and determination.”
During his time with the Hope Police Department, Powell worked in communications and patrol. The department says he was a dedicated public servant who took pride in what he did.
“His professionalism, commitment, and positive attitude made him an asset to the department and a trusted colleague and friend to many,” the department said.
“Today we mourn the loss of one of our own. Keith’s courage, compassion, and dedication to serving his community will never be forgotten. Our hearts are with Keith’s family, friends, and fellow officers. We will forever honor him and the lasting impact he made on all of us,” said Hope Police Chief Kim Tomlin.
Visitation for Powell will be held Tuesday, May 26 at McFadden & Hitchye Funeral Home (411 S Walnut St.) in Hope from 5 to 7 p.m. Funeral services will be held at Hope Church of Christ (1815 Rocky Mound Rd.) in Hope Wednesday, May 27 at 11 a.m. Powell’s final resting place will be at Memory Gardens Cemetery.
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