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Thomas Powell Obituary
Thomas James Powell passed away after a short illness on October 6, 2021 in Tomball, Texas. He and his twin brother Paul were born February 28, 1955 in Wharton, Texas. He graduated from Needville High School where he played varsity football. He married his high school sweet heart Loretta Fink on June 24, 1975. After marriage they lived in Huntsville, Texas while Thomas attended Sam Houston State.
When Thomas graduated, they moved to Tomball, Texas where he worked at Tomball Junior High. At Tomball he coached and taught biology from 1980 till he retired in 2010. Thomas was an avid golfer and hunter. He was a member of St. Anne’s Catholic Church in Tomball, Texas. Thomas was preceded in death by his wife, parents Ottis “Buck” and Mary Bohac Powell and his in-laws Alvin and Edna Fink. He is survived by his children Michelle and Kurt Powell. Also surviving him is his beloved grandchild Dalton McCammon.
He is survived by his twin brother Paul and wife Rita, brother Robert Powell and wife Ninnette and sister Phyllis Powell. He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews, grand nieces and nephews, cousins and friends. There will be a funeral mass at St Anne’s Catholic Church in Tomball at 10:30 AM Friday Nov 12. Following the mass, there will be a graveside service at Sts Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church in Damon Texas. His family appreciates your thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. Because of the corona virus precautions, you need to follow the current restrictions.
Memories and Condolences
for Thomas Powell
Trevor Hacker
January 24, 2022
Coach Powell. Just found out... hit me hard hard.. heavy.. Wow what a wonderful person, I remember the last time I saw him I was with my girlfriend at a random church for us, saw coach powell, he grabbed me by the neck,had me sit by him, I'll never forget that service. He was my science teacher 7th grade, my football coach, my track coach, the main male figure during my schooling experience and a friend.. What an impact he made on my life. He loved God an influenced me to open my heart to the Lord. What a blessing he was! What an impact he made on this Earth! See you again in heaven my friend...
Tommy Griffin
December 29, 2021
I was one of his many students at TJH. He was always someone everyone wanted to be around. I miss running into him in town. I am truly sorry I wasn’t informed soon to show my respects to such a great man. Rest In Peace.
Angela Foltin Knee
November 16, 2021
I remember how his beautiful wife, Loretta, would smile everytime he walked into Guaranty Bank. This was before I was in Junior High or knew him as Coach Powell...I knew him first as Loretta's cool husband in the awesome truck. They were an inspirational couple. Great Tomball Memories.
Chad Walker
October 29, 2021
Coach Powell was a great man. I remember his smile and his laugh. He'd always ask me," Walker what are you doing?" Always in a good mood. He'll be missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family. God rest his soul and reunite him with Loretta...
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Donna Guidry
October 28, 2021
It was so shocking to hear of the passing of someone as vital and active as Thomas. He was always so full of joy living his life knowing he was a child of god and would see his precious Family again someday. It just came faster than any of us ever anticipated. My thoughts and prayers are with this wonderful family! RIP Thomas!
Lloyd and Donna Ferguson
October 28, 2021
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. May God bless you and give you peace.
Alice Sopchak
October 23, 2021
My heartfelt condolences to Thomas's and Loretta's families. Hoping the love of family and friends will carry you through this time of grief.
Deborah Allison Hayes
October 21, 2021
Coach Powell as I knew him was a great teacher, coach and friend. He was my 8th grade Earth Science teacher in 1980. He will be missed dearly. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends.
Jeff & Darla Graham-Clapp
October 20, 2021
He is with his lovely wife now, many prayers for their children . He was a super guy !
Brad Burrow
October 20, 2021
My prayers are with the family.
Carla Graham Kazmierski
October 20, 2021
My thoughts and prayers are with the family & friends God Bless
Bernadette Krause
October 20, 2021
You are all in my thoughts and prayers, Thomas will be missed by all that knew him.
Heather Pagarani
October 20, 2021
Coach Powell was An extraordinary man. He will be missed by many. May he rest in peace.
Desiree Forte-Ohlau
October 19, 2021
He was a great teacher and mentor. He had a huge heart and loved what he did and it showed. Prayers for his family and close friends.
Barbara Norris
October 19, 2021
Tom was such a faithful follower of Christ! May the family find comfort in his faith and may he be resting in peace!
mike chumley
October 19, 2021
remember him as my football coach sorry for your loss he was a good person to the kids he coached
JENSEN LISA
October 19, 2021
Michelle and Dalton I am so sorry for your loss! I know how much Dalton loved his grampy! My thoughts and prayers are with you!
Lisa Jensen
Jerrie
October 19, 2021
Prayers to the family.
Jason Chrisman
October 19, 2021
Coach Powell was my coach and mentor. He was always so positive. He even mentored me in High School. Such great memories of him sending students "To the Goal Post and Back" while flexing his bicep after they messed up a play. I found it so humorous. Also he called all us big guys Hoss. I rather enjoyed that. Say Hello to Mrs Loretta for me Coach and one day I will see you again in Heaven.
Lisa Grubbs
October 19, 2021
Coach Powell was a wonderful teacher whom I enjoyed, he will be missed by so many of THS alum. Praying for his family during this time of grief.
Diana Winkelman Tydlacks
October 19, 2021
This breaks my heart. Sending prayers of peace.
Donald and Tauna Kramer
October 19, 2021
Many prayers for all the family. I will never forget al the great times ww had together in school.
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St Anne’s Catholic Church
Tomball, TX