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Joseph Powers Obituary
Joseph Powers, beloved friend, brother, and uncle passed away suddenly on January 6th after a tragic bicycle accident.
Born March 5, 1962, Joe grew up in Ventura County. He attended Hueneme High School, then Universal Technical Institute in Arizona, where he earned his degree and became a Refrigeration Technician. He worked for Ventura Unified School District. His passions were his friends, cycling, baking and his two Dalmatians. Joe loved to joke with and found his purpose in helping others. He was a gentleman: kind and respectful to all.
He leaves behind his brothers: Virgil, Charles and James; sisters: Henrietta, Cora, Estella and Betty; numerous nieces and nephews; and special friends, Bill and Jan. Joe was preceded in death by his parents, brother, Robert, and niece, Tiffany. Anyone who knew Joe will greatly miss him. A memorial service will be held at 3 p.m. Saturday, Jan.15 at St. Pauls Episcopal Church, Kahler Hall, 3290 Loma Vista Rd, Ventura.
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Stephanie Caddell
January 19, 2011
I am so glad to hear that Joe never changed. He always had a smile for everyone. That is how he earned the nickname "Smiley Joe". We shared many memories and adventures with our friends in high school. The world is alittle less bright without him in it. May all our hearts be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times spent with Joe as we celebrate a life well lived.
CHERYL GOODRICH
January 15, 2011
To all Joes brother and sisters I am so saden to here that Joe passed alway. We lost a beautiful soul to soon. My prays our with you all and my God be with you in your time of greive and lost. I meant Joe about two years ago and liked him right off and thought he was so fuuny. Joe is rocking it on heaven streets with everyone that went befor him and making them all laugh. I will miss you Joe and will see you again. Cheryl
Barbara & Bill Ranous
January 14, 2011
We are very much saddened by Joe's passing. Joe was a kind and caring person - we're glad we had the opportunity to walk with him a few miles in his brief life. We extend our Deepest Sympathies to Joe's Family and Friends.
Rev. Msgr. Jon F. Majarucon V.F.
January 14, 2011
I was terribly saddened to hear of Joe's sudden passing. In the years I had known him he always greeted me with a ready smile and hearty handshake. What an absolute gentlemen and a good soul. Godspeed my friend.
JM
January 14, 2011
Rest in Peace Joe.
January 13, 2011
Rest In Peace Joe...I am so glad I got to know you these Past two years...you wll be missed. My condolences to the Powers Family.
Tom L. (Ventura, CA)
Eric Hanneman
January 13, 2011
It was a pleasure to have known Joe both professionally and as a friend. We lost touch for a few years but I had seen Joe frequently in the past two years. Joe always had a ready smile and a hand to shake. My condoences to the family as I know Joe is missed.
David/Sandy Rankin
January 13, 2011
We've known Joe for many years as he and my children went to school together and grew to be lifelong friends. He shared many an adventure with them. He was always smiling and enjoying life. We were totally shocked to hear of his accident and our sincere wishes to his family and friends. He will always be remembered.
David and Sandy Rankin
RH
January 13, 2011
Joe, we will miss you greatly. Your warming smile always made us feel better. Your willingness to help always made our days easier. Your kind, gentle soul helped make us all better people. Rest in peace our friend, our brother. We are forever greatful for what you have given us.
January 13, 2011
My condolences to the family and friends of Joe..I knew him a little but was struck by his warmth and sharing of himself to others.
Rerspectfully,
Paul Joyce
Peter Drake
January 13, 2011
I remember Joe from the Bahia Cabrillo Apartment complex in Oxnard and from his time with Oxnard Refrigeration. He was a great guy and never said a bad word. I am shocked and saddened at his death. My best to his family and friends. Peter
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