Charleston, South Carolina
POWELL, Daniel Daniel Thomas Powell, 41, of Summerville, SC, a Seminarian with the Diocese of Charleston who was serving his Pastoral Year at St. Theresa the Little Flower Catholic Church in Summerville, entered into eternal rest on Monday, August 14, 2006. Mr. Powell was born in Denville, NJ, a child of Joseph Francis Powell, Sr. and Marie Mildred Helmsteader Powell on Friday, July 9, 1965. He attended public school in New Jersey and graduated from Marietta College in Ohio with a Bachelor of Science degree in Petroleum Engineering in 1987. Dan moved to Spartanburg, South Carolina in the early 1990's where he worked for a civil engineering company as a project estimator. Dan felt a calling from God and entered St. Vincent DePaul's Catholic Regional Seminary in Boynton Beach, Florida. Dan was in his third year of theological studies and successfully completed his Pastoral year as a seminarian at St. Theresa the Little Flower Catholic Church in Summerville, SC. Dan was dearly loved and respected by all of the parishioners at St.Theresa's. Dan is survived by three brothers; John P. Powell of East Hanover, NJ, Joseph F. Powell, Jr. and his wife Cathie of Landing, NJ, William J. Powell and his Wife Theresa of Ardsley, PA., three sisters; Patricia A. Powell of Mine Hill, NJ, Jennifer M. Christal and her husband Mark of Denville, NJ. and Eileen M. Katsaros and her husband Johnlee of Marleton, NJ. He is also survived by three nieces and four nephews who reside in the New Jersey area. A wake will be held at St. Theresa Catholic Church, 11001 Dorchester Rd. Summerville, SC, from 5:30 PM until 8:00 PM on Thursday, August 17, 2006 with the Vigil Service at 7:00 PM. The relatives and friends of Mr. Daniel T. Powell are invited to attend his Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 AM, Friday, August 18, 2006 at St. Theresa the Little Flower Catholic Church in Summerville. The Rite of Committal will be in Gate of Heaven Cemetery, East Hanover, NJ. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to St. Theresa the Little Flower Catholic Church, Building Fund. Arrangements are by the JAMES A. MCALISTER FUNERAL HOME, 1620 SAVANNAH HWY. CHARLESTON, (843) 766-1365. Visit our guestbook at www.charleston.net/deaths.
Read MoreTo the Powell Family, it was a joy having Dan with us here at St.Teresa's church I will never forget his wonderful smile. He was a wonderful man.
Lorraine and Chuck Lichtenberger
Charles Lichtenberger
August 24, 2006 | Summerville, SC
Remembered By
Katie Stephens
August 21, 2006 | James Island, SC
Dan was a true joy to have around and he just made everyone he met feel good. I had a special place in my heart for Dan because I, too, am originally from NJ and it was so nice to be able to chat with him about "back home". He was such an asset to our parish and he is sorely missed. May God bless Dan and I'm sure he is praying of all of us at St. Theresa's.
Alberta Sereika
August 20, 2006 | Summerville, SC
It was always a warm feeling to see Dan standing near the altar, smiling out at all of us on Saturday nights and Sunday mornings. We feel very sad that he will no longer be with us. But we know that he will continue to smile from heaven, especially since he is now with God and they are happy together.
Mary and Don Parker
August 19, 2006 | N. Charleston, SC
Our memories of Dan will live on forever. How lucky we were to have him with us; what joys he brought with him. The choir of angels has been increased by one.
Larry & Mary Rosselot
August 17, 2006 | N. Charleston, SC
Dan was my brother. His laugh and smile will be greatly missed but I am comforted that he is smiling and walking with Christ. He always thought of others above self. His love for us was not of this world. It was so genuine. We laughed once about a prayer I always had that God somehow would let me know exactly what Jesus looked like. Dan got a kick out of that. Thank you God for answering my prayer.
Go my brother and prepare a place for me as well. I live in hope of laughing with...
John Gordon
August 17, 2006 | Summerville, SC
To the Powell Family:
Dan was a true gift to our parish. He did much for many. His smile, personality, and spirit will be missed by all. He will not be forgotten. We thank God for the time he was physically with us.
Damien , Chris & Rhonda Pereira
August 17, 2006 | North Charleston, SC
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.
THE DAVID J SCHILLER, COLUMBIETTES
August 17, 2006 | SUMMERVILLE
Our paths crossed for such a short time, but our lives will be touched forever. Sending our thoughts and prayers to all those he left behind.
The Stout Family
August 16, 2006 | Summerville, SC
