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Christopher Powell Obituary
Christopher Eugene Powell, 53, of Springfield, passed away on Sunday, July 16th, 2023, in Ocean City, Maryland. He was born April 19th, 1970, in Springfield, Ohio the son of Robert E. Powell and Beverly Powell-Gaier. Chris graduated from North High School in 1988. While attending Wright State he was a cheerleader and then went on to attend classes through Wittenberg's Adult Education program. He worked for many years at Casey's and Courtyard Marriott and his love for cheerleading lead him to his job with Starpower for the past 20 years. He was a lifetime member of Xenia and Springfield Elks, an avid golfer and was known as the "King of Declutter". Chris was affectionately known as CP, HalPal, Paco and Superhero. He will be greatly missed and forever loved. Chris is survived by his mother, Bev Powell-Gaier (Tony); son, Bobby Powell; stepson, Mikey Mitchem; his siblings, Linda Swearingen (Alan) and Andy Powell (Lori Grim); nieces and nephews: Seth & Kyle Swearingen, Paige Marie Miller and Evan Powell. Chris is preceded in death by his father, Bob Powell. The family will receive friends on Saturday, July 22nd, 2023, from 3-6 p.m. at Littleton & Rue Funeral Home. A celebration of life will immediately follow at 6:00 p.m. at The Landing at Littleton & Rue. Private Interment will be at Rose Hill Burial Park. Online expression of sympathy may be made at www.littletonandrue.com.
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Jennifer Scannelli
July 23, 2023
May God bless you and family, in this difficult time ! So sorry for your loss.
Billie White
July 22, 2023
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Shirley Tayloe
July 22, 2023
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Pam Bartee
July 20, 2023
Beverly and family, I'm so sorry for your loss. Prayers and thoughts are with you.
Mrs. Smittle
July 20, 2023
So sorry to hear about Chris Powell today. He was an outstanding leader at North High School. I worked with him on many student activities that he was involved in. May he rest in peace.
Angie Meeks Woods
July 20, 2023
Andy .. so sorry to hear about Chris.. deepest sympathy to you & your family.
Barb Walsh Hamilton j5ham@ yahoo.com
July 19, 2023
So sorry of Chris passing, what a shock.I remember him so much at the house on Marinetti Dr. Steve and Chris were good friends.He was a good kid. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Barb Walsh Hamilton.
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Littleton & Rue Funeral Home and Crematory830 N Limestone Street, Springfield, OH 45503-3610
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Littleton & Rue Funeral Home and Crematory830 N Limestone Street, Springfield, OH 45503-3610
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