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Jonathan Powers Obituary

NEWPORT NEWS - Jonathan Martin Powers, 19, born July 8th, 1996 passed away June 2nd, 2016. He was just beginning his life as a man and was taken away far too soon. He could light up a room with his infectious smile, his strong outgoing personality, and his kindness to others. He loved his family and friends very much and will be sorely missed by many. He has gone to be with his grandfather John Low in Heaven. He is survived by his father and his family and by his mother and stepfather Tara and Andrew Peters; also brothers Tyler Powers, Jacob and Logan Peters, new sister Kara Bessey, grandparents Ben and Sandy Powers, Brian and Janet Peters, aunts and uncles, David and Christie Peters, Rachel and Mikey Charlton, Rhoda and Ian Galloway, Matthew and Allie Peters, cousins, Mersades, Nikki, Kingsley, Cash, Maxwell, Kinley, and a host of extended family and lifelong friends. A celebration of Jonathan's life with his mothers family and friends will be held on June 11th at 4pm at Liberty Baptist Church located on Big Bethel Road in Hampton, VA.

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Published by Daily Press on Jun. 5, 2016.

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Barbara Tweedly

June 21, 2016

Jonathan. We weren't the closest,but you were an amazing person! You were a bit rough around the edges but hey!! We all out in our own ways! I'll never forget you. Your family was blessed to have you....and your new family in the sky is blessed to! I'm blessed to have known you!!! Keep an eye on us!!! Rest easy up there

June 10, 2016

Linda, Tara and Josh

There are no words to express how sorry I am for your loss. Jonathan always made me smile no matter what the circumstances were at the time. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time.

Alda Barnett

Lynn Coty and Zach Arledge

June 9, 2016

Josh, I am so sorry for this horrible loss. My boys played baseball with your kids at Deer park. May Jesus pull you close and comfort you and your family at this time.

Scott Austin

June 6, 2016

Our heart breaks for your family. Please accept our sincerest condolences on your loss. Scott and Jenn

Brain Damage Davis

June 5, 2016

Our condolences to Josh and his family on the loss of Jonathan. If you need a getaway for a few days, we are here., come to Arizona.

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