Charles "Chuck" Philip Powell (1948 – 2012)

Charles Philip Powell, 63, died Monday, Jan. 16, 2012, after a long, hard battle with diabetes. Service: 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 24, in Dallas-Fort Worth National Cemetery. Chuck was born April 18, 1948, in Greensburg, Pa., to Mildred Show Powell and Guy Philip Powell. He graduated from Hempfield High School in 1966. He met the love of his life, Kathy, and were married 42 years and 11 months ago. They moved to Texas in 1978 and have resided in North Richland Hills for 34 years. Chuck spent his career in crane sales before retiring in 2005 to take care of his twin grandchildren. Chuck was preceded in death by his son, Jason; father, Guy Powell; brother, Raymond Powell; in-laws, Bill and Hilda Gleeson; and brother-in-law, William Gleeson. Survivors: Left to cherish his memory are his mother, Mildred Powell; devoted wife, Kathleen Gleeson Powell; loving daughter, Melissa Powell Davis and son-in-law, Bryan Davis; most adored grandchildren, Reese and Aidan Davis; extended family, Alicia and Randy Geades and their children, Lauren and Evan Geades; and son, Philip Britton Powell.
Published in Star-Telegram on January

Guest Book

February 07, 2012
Kathy, Melissa, and family, We were so sorry to hear about your loss. Please find comfort in knowing that we are sending you our love and prayers.
Phillip, Alice, Lindsay,& Ryan Johnson, Watauga, Texas

January 29, 2012
Dear Melissa and family, So sorry to hear about the loss of your Dad. May God give you peace and comfort.
Mrs. Bette Hall (Christian Temple School), Springtown, Texas

January 29, 2012
My thoughts &prayers go out to the family of Chuck. I was associated with him on scholarship committee of afl-cio @his&my union hall. I am still associated w/his bro. @ hall. Chuck was B.A.@operators hall. God Bless the Family.
Morris Counts--IUOE 178, Euless, Texas

January 25, 2012
Dear Kathy, sorry to hear about Chuck. Sincerely your cousin. Eva
Eva Kessinger Sefidi, Hurst, Texas

January 23, 2012
Dear Kathy, Melissa, and family, We were very saddened to learn of Chuck's death. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love, Connie and Hugh

January 23, 2012
Dear Kathy, Melissa, and the Powell Family - We are so sorry for your loss. You are in our prayers and we hope that all your wonderful memories will sustain you during this difficult time.
Brad and Beth Ann Spracklen, Arlington, Texas

January 23, 2012
I am so sorry to hear of Mr. Powell's passing. I enjoyed having him as one of my customers at OmniAmerican Bank. Such a sweet and friendly man. Always had a smile and a kind word. My condolences to his family and friends.
Sandra Moody OmniAmerican Bank, Watauga, Texas

January 23, 2012
Dearest Kathy, Melissa and family - We love you dearly and are sharing in your sorrow at this most difficult time. Our prayers and support are with you. We will miss Chuck
Joy, Bobby,Natasha, and children

January 22, 2012
Kathy, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this sad time. God bless you all.
Love, Melva and Harry

January 22, 2012
Kathy, Melissa and all the Powell family - Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of sorrow. May all the beautiful memories of Chuck live on in your hearts forever.
Teresa and Phil Tabraham, Haltom City, Texas

January 22, 2012
we are keeping all of you close to our heart and in our daily prayers.We hurt with you. may wonderful memories help soothe the pain.
barbra & Gary Jefferies, arlington, Texas

January 22, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Chuck will be missed dearly. He was always so cheerful and happy. We never saw him without a smile on his face. He will be watching over his loving family and have peace knowing he is either having coffee or walking the dog and patiently waiting to see you again. Love to you!
Debbie and Jimmy Innis

January 22, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Larry Markwart, Naples, Florida