Alma Powell, Esteemed Civic Leader and Wife of Colin Powell, Dies at 86

Powell was a pivotal figure in America's Promise Alliance and served on numerous prestigious boards.

Alma Powell's death was confirmed by family spokesperson Peggy Cifrino.
She was married to Colin Powell for nearly 60 years, supporting his military and political career.
Powell was chair emeritus of America's Promise Alliance, focusing on at-risk youth.
She served on the boards of the Kennedy Center and Obama's HBCU advisory board.
Powell is survived by her three children, a niece, two nephews, and extended family.