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Missing you partner! Fishing has never been the same.
Karen Hutton
December 15, 2020 | Arcata, CA | Friend
Eureka, California
Jay Powers
After a short battle with cancer, Jay Powers, age 82, passed away at his home on December 13, 2004, with family at his side.
Jay was born July 27, 1922, in Los Angeles to Frank and Margaret Powers. He spent his youth in Lake Chelan, Washington. Jay...
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Karen Hutton
December 15, 2020 | Arcata, CA | Friend
Marylou and Family,
Jay was a great friend & Buddy.We had a lot of good times fishing and just hanging around together.We love you all,and your Family will always be in our thoughts.
Gene&Joan Sheets
Gene&Joan Sheets
March 18, 2005 | McKinleyville, CA
Dear Mary Lou, Aunt Mag, and Uncle Cap,
I'll defenitely miss Jay, he's meant alot to me over the years. I have fond memories of going to the river in Jay's jeep. You are always in my prayers.
Justin Williams
Justin Williams
January 01, 2005 | Travis AFB, CA
Mary Lou & Family,
Karen and I were fortunate enough to live down a few houses on Little Pond for awhile in 2002. I was blessed to get acquainted with Jay and Mary Lou. I often wished I could have know both of you over the years instead of only a short while – I know I would have had the opportunity to share many fun, interesting and educational times with your entire family. As it was, I was able to share the fellowship of Jay and his fishing partners Gene & Steve on a few...
Reily Smith
December 25, 2004 | Bakersfield, CA
"Any time now...any time"
December 22, 2004
"Now Thats a Fish!"
December 22, 2004
Jay and Cece at Powers Hole
"Now Thats a Fish!" So many times did I hear that quote come from Jay, I was lucky enough to be his fishing partner.He taught me the ways of the river. Id have to say he was my "Fishing Mentor" Not only was he a Great Fisherman, He was a was a Great Man. I will cherish my memories of all those fish we caught and lost. This is a sad day, to hear this news, My heart goes out to Mary Lou and the Family.Though "Powers Hole" is no longer,Im sure the River will hold a special place for him,and his...
Karen Hutton
December 22, 2004 | Arcata, CA
I don't know if Jay and MaryLou were really ready to meet the "Conlin Family" but they had no choice when Cap married Marguerite. After that, Jay became known as "Perky" for his marvelous waitressing skills when hosting the "Conlin" girls parties and he laughed easily when we told jokes. However, we also know that what Jay was truly famous for was he love of the outdoors, fishing and outings with "Jack" and that is where my husband was able to buddy up with Jay. Kelly remembers Jay as a...
Lyle & Colleen Egan
December 22, 2004 | Manhattan Beach, CA
Our thougth's and prayer's with you and your family Fred & Linda
Fred & Linda Bott
December 21, 2004 | Eureka, CA