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Rich was born in Hampton, VA on August 28, 1953 to the late Sophie H (Szumowski) and Richard L Powers Sr. The Powers family had many homes due to his father's military service. They finally settled in Florence, MA. As a young man, Rich's wanderlust spirit took him to many places. He enjoyed motorcycles, woodworking, tinkering, reading, music, and a nice cold beverage. Rich was skilled in many trades- motorcycle repair, logging, roofing, and carpentry. He worked with a window company for 25 years before retiring. Rich will be greatly missed by his wife Sharon (Pittsinger), son Luke and daughter-in-law Colleen Powers, grandson Conan, daughter Rachael Powers, sisters Noli Perry (Joe) and Lola Bushey (Michael), brother Joseph "Jay" Powers, many in-laws (and outlaws), nieces, nephews, and friends.
A celebration of life is being planned for a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to:
East Chesterfield Cemetery Association
PO Box 15, Chesterfield, MA 01012
The Ahearn Funeral Home, 783 Bridge Rd, Northampton, MA 01060
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for Richard Powers
Gail & Ray LeDuc
February 10, 2025
Another year has gone by without our dear friend.. it seems like yesterday yet it seems so long ago.. Ray misses you a lot Rich
January 28, 2019
Dear Sharon and family We are so very sorry to hear of Richie's passing. We will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers. Jack and Judy Lyons and family
January 24, 2019
Sharon and family. Please accept my condolences. I worked with Rich for 25 Yrs. and will never forget him. He was absolutely a very special man, with lots of experiences. RIP Rich
Gail LeDuc
January 19, 2019
Rich was one of my Husbands best friends and he's lost without him, we will miss the Saturday nights around the fire pit listening to Outlaw Country .. Rest in Peace Rich, Condolences to his family and all thefriends left with a big hole in their Hearts
Phil Lussier
January 15, 2019
So sorry for your loss. He will be missed by many. Ride on Rich.
Shannon & George Wade
January 15, 2019
Sharon and family, We are so very sorry for your loss. May you find peace in your memories of Rich.
Jean and Jim Marra
January 14, 2019
Sharon, Jim and I send our love and prayers to you and whole family.
Sandy & Danny Roy
January 14, 2019
Sharon and family, so very sorry for your loss. Rich was a great friend to many and will surely be missed by all. Our thought and prayers are with you all. May he Rest in Peace
Dave & Karen Laurin
January 14, 2019
We are saddened at Rich's passing. I grew up with him in the old Florence neighborhood and he was a big part of our group. So many memories.
Jack and Sandy
January 14, 2019
Sharon and family, so very sorry for your loss. Please accept our most sincere condolences. Out thoughts and prayers are with you.
Amanda Childs
January 14, 2019
I'm so very sorry to hear about the passing of rich. Lots of great memories rushed though my head when I read this, and he will be strongly missed. Love always, Amanda.
Anyhony Szumowski
January 12, 2019
Sorry for your loss, love to all the family.
Cousin Tony Szumowski.
Janine Nye
January 12, 2019
Sharon and family,
We are so sorry for your loss.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Tom and Janine Nye
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