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Alexander Powell Obituary

Alexander Powell Okemos Alexander passed away on Sunday, May 8, 2011 after a courageous battle with cancer surrounded by his loving family. He was born on May 17, 1991 to Steven and Juliana Powell. Alex lived his faith and was a graduate of Lansing Catholic High School, where he was a Student Ambassador and a member of the National Honor Society. He enjoyed participating in many sports including varsity basketball and football. His relationship with the MSU football program and Coach Dantonio was special to him. "Sparty", his black lab was his "brother". The family would like to extend special thanks to Alonso Collar, MD, Christopher Abood, MD, Enrique Lopez, MD and the numerous nurses that extended their loving care. Alex was preceded in death by his grandfather, Jesse Enciso and Aunt Elizabeth Enciso. He will be missed by his parents; sister, Adrienne; grandparents Clair and Eva Powell and Jeanie Enciso; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. A Memorial Service will be celebrated on Thursday, May 12, at 11:00 a.m. at St. Martha Parish, 1100 W. Grand River, Okemos with Rev. Johnathan Wehrle and Rev. Joseph Krupp officiating. The family will receive friends at St. Martha Parish on Wednesday from 5-8 p.m., where the Rosary will be prayed at 7:30 p.m. The family will also receive friends at the church on Thursday 1 hour prior to the service. Those desiring may make contributions to the Greater Lansing Catholic Education Foundation, 1500 E. Saginaw, #3, Lansing, MI 48906 or St. Judes Children's Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 in memory of Alex Powell. On line condolences may be made at www.gorslineruncimaneastlansing.com.

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Published by Lansing State Journal on May 10, 2011.

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May 19, 2011

Steve and family- We only just learned of your loss today. You are all in our thoughts. Deepest condolences, Jim and Sara Daniel

Mike & Jyl Alward

May 13, 2011

Our deepest sympathies on the loss of your son and brother. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Dennis, Janet, Trevor and Andrea Palmer

May 13, 2011

Steve, Julianna & Adrienne, Our hearts go out to you with the passing of Alex. He was such a special young man with a kind soul and beautiful smile. We will continue to pray for you in this time of immense grief.

Lynne Karagoulis

May 13, 2011

I only heard yesterday, and want you to know my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May your faith and trust in the Lord give you strength:
"May the eyes of (your) hearts be enlightened, that you may know what is the hope that belongs to his call, what are the riches of glory in his inheritance among the holy ones," Eph 1:18

May 12, 2011

Steve, Julianna & Adrienne - We were so sorry to hear of Alex's passing. Although we are away in Texas, please know that you all are in our thoughts and prayers. May God's love and peace provide comfort during this difficult time.

-Joe, Karen, Kaitlin, and Jose Carrasco

Marilyn Morgan

May 12, 2011

Dear Steve, Julianna & Adrienne - words will never do enough to help you overcome your sorrow right now. Beyond the darkness you have; I wish you light, beyond the sorrow; peace. Wishing you everything you need to get through this time. I simply wanted you to know that I am thinking of you with sincere sympathy in the loss of your beloved Alex. Hugs.

May 12, 2011

"Our deepest sympathies on the loss of your beautiful son. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family."

Theresa, Paul, Nick and Ali Crockett

May 12, 2011

I know there are no words that take away the immeasurable grief you are feeling, but know beyond doubt that God is as present in your sorrows as he was in all the joy and memories that you share with Alex. May you find comfort in the knowledge that Alex is renewed; he knows no suffering, no pain. He knows only the peace and love of his Creator.

Gregor Simons

May 12, 2011

My deepest sympathy goes out to your family for the loss of Alex. All of you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Gregor Simons

May 11, 2011

Steve, Juli & Adrienne: Please find comfort in knowing that Alex is in Paradise with our Lord. Keep strong faith. Love to all of you, Bill, Jeanne, Brian & Tricia. Peoria, AZ

May 11, 2011

Dear Steve, Julianna, Adrienne, I am so incredibly sorry for your loss. I have such happy memories of Alex (and Adrienne!), babysitting them in Holt, watching the Lion King.:-) Please know I am keeping you all in my prayers. God Bless you, Christina (Carr) Finelli

Rosemary Aleman

May 11, 2011

Steve,Julie,Adrianne, You have our deepest sympathy. We never got to meet Alex,but we know he must of been a great son.You are in our in our prayers, wish we could be there. Love, Uncle Bob & Aunt Rosemary

May 11, 2011

Hello, I am Val, a Kansas relative. Steve, Adrianne and Julie, I convey my family's sympathies on the death of Alex. I do not know you folks, but my sister-in-law, Jeannie, has spoke of you often and through that I feel I know you - Please be brave through this time of need. Our prayers are with you.

Karen Kasprzak

May 11, 2011

May God bless you and give you strength in this difficult time. You continue to be be in our thoughts and prayers at St. Thomas Aquinas School and at home.

May 10, 2011

We are so very sorry for your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with all of you~ Sincerely, Dave,MaryKay,Matt&MacyHannah

Becky and David Huckabey(Aleman)

May 10, 2011

To cousin Julie and family, so sorry to hear about Alex. Wish we could be there with you but know we love and miss you all. Sending prayers and condolences from Kansas.

Rod and Kathy Sanville

May 10, 2011

Our deepest sympathy to your family. May God bless you with his love and comfort during this hard time. Our thoughts a prayers are with you.

Rita, Evan, Liana, uncle Richard and Melinda

May 10, 2011

My GOD be with you and the family through this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

May 10, 2011

Dear Dr. Powell and Family,
Our deepest sympathy on the loss of your beloved Alex. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Thomas and Christine Snyder

Stella Blea

May 10, 2011

Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. You are in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless and stay strong.

Charlene (Aleman) Albert

May 10, 2011

I'm so sorry to hear the news about Alex. Know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

Michelle Pulford

May 10, 2011

My thoughts and payers go out to you .
Sincerely
Michelle Pulford

Beth and Rudy Marinez

May 10, 2011

Alex was a courageous, loyal person, a great Spartan. We send our prayers to your family for peace.

Dave and Christine Aleman

May 10, 2011

We were so sorry to hear the news about Alex. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Teresa Aleman Hays

May 10, 2011

Julie - Your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Although I never met Alex, I know he must have been an amazing person to be so loved and admired by so many. Condolences and LOVE, from Kansas. Mark & Teresa(Aleman)Hays

Robert(Bobby) Vargas

May 10, 2011

Dear Steve,Juile,and Adrienne,I`m very sorry about your lost today! I`m wishes i`m gotten to him better! I`m love all the story and the pictures about him and his family! I`m love you always and to your family, best wishes and may god be with you!

Cori Aleman

May 10, 2011

Unfortunately never had the opportunity to meet Alex since we live in KS . But am sending prayers, condolences and lots of love to our extended family there in Michigan. Cori Aleman (Luis Aleman's daughter in KS)

Jodi Huyser

May 10, 2011

Our prayers are for comfort and peace for your family. We know that Alex was such a fighter and so courageous. He was strong in his faith beyond measure. His story will carry on and will be and inspiration to many. We love you guys and are so happy to have had the opportunity to meet Alex and all of you.

Love,
Joel & Jodi Huyser

Soule Family

May 10, 2011

Our deepest sympathy goes out to your family for the loss of your beautiful son Alex. We want you and your family to know if there is ANYTHING that you all need please don't hesitate to let us know. Just remember as you look up at the stars at night the brightest on will be Alex smiling down on all of you and letting you know how much he loves all of you and letting you know he is at peace now....God Bless all of you.

Sue and Vince Benivegna

May 10, 2011

We offer our deepest sympathy to your family. May the love of friends and family help to support you and the loving memories of Alex fill your heart and help you through your grief.

Bob, Susan, John, William and Mary Schneider

May 10, 2011

Dear Steve, Juliana and Adrienne,

There are no words that can ease your sorrow at this very sad time. But thoughts and memories of Alex will last as long as time endures. May your treasured memories grow more precious year after year and bring you comfort of your dear son and brother.

Loving thoughts and prayers to you.

Jeannine Taylor

May 9, 2011

Our deepest sympathies on the loss of your beloved son and brother. Our prayers are with you all. Love, John, Jeannine, Jaclyn and Janelle
"May the angels welcome him in paradise, may the martyrs meet him on the way, may he see the face of the Lord today, Halleluiah, halleluiah"

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