April W. Pou

April Whetstone Pou departed this earthly life on October 17, 2026. Born on August 19, 1964, in Columbia, South Carolina, he was the son of the late Sheldonia Whetstone Pou and Enoch Pou Sr.

April graduated from Keenan High School in 1982, where his strength, determination, and athletic ability distinguished him as a three-sport athlete. He earned varsity letters in football, track and field, and wrestling during each of his four years of high school. In track and field, he competed in the shot put and discus.

During his junior year, he earned the title of Lower State Heavyweight Wrestling Champion.His achievements on the football field earned him a scholarship to play as an offensive lineman.

He attended Winston-Salem State University in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, from 1983 to 1984. His athletic pursuits also included Greco-Roman wrestling.

April went on to build a career in construction,a field he was deeply passionate about. He especially enjoyed operating earthmoving equipment and heavy machinery. The strength and determination that marked his athletic years carried into the work he loved.

As a brother, uncle, great-uncle, cousin, and friend, his life was woven into the lives of those who now cherish his memory. Though his earthly journey has ended, the bond of family and the memories shared will continue to keep him close.

He was preceded in death by his mother,Sheldonia Whetstone Pou; his father, Enoch Pou Sr.; and his sisters, Shelya Antyonette Smith and Roxa Georgette Pou.

He leaves to cherish his memory his brother,Enoch Pou Jr. (Sharon); his sister, E.G.P.; his nieces, April Georgette Pou, Shelby Antyonette Smith, and Kaelah Sheldonia Pou; his nephew, Ervin Emmanuel Smith Jr.; his great-nieces, Aaoka Hickson;Laila Smith, and Lae"l Smith; and his great-nephews, Ayaan Barco, Chance Pou, and Choyce Pou. He also leaves a host of cousins, extended family members, and friends.

Forever loved. Deeply missed. Always remembered.