Photo courtesy of Swartz Funeral Home - Flint
Grand Blanc, Michigan
POWERS, Jerry Wayne - Of Grand Blanc, age 72, died Saturday, May 7, 2016 at Genesys Regional Medical Center.
A Memorial Service will be held 1:30pm Friday, May 13, 2016 at Faith Lutheran Church, 12534 South Holly Road, Grand Blanc,
Pastor Todd A. Biermann officiating.
Burial 1:30pm Monday, May 16, 2016 at Great Lakes National Cemetery.
Contributions may be directed to the American Heart Association.
Memorial visitation 2-8pm Thursday at the Swartz Funeral Home, 1225 West Hill Road, Flint.
Jerry was born in Martin, Tennessee on October 25, 1943, the son of the late Curtis and Marie Powers. Jerry married Phyllis LaFond on March 6, 1965. He graduated from Lansing Sexton High School and received his Bachelor’s Degree in Business from Northwood University. Jerry retired from General Motors SPO after 45 years of service. Jerry served in the United States Army for 4 years and 30 years in the National Guard. He was a member of Faith Lutheran Church and enjoyed playing golf, his beloved bulldogs and spending time with his family and grandchildren.
Surviving are wife, Phyllis;
2 children, Curtis and wife Lora Powers and their children, Alexis and Jordan of Rochester Hills and Margaret Powers and her children, Jackson and Paige of Grand Blanc;
sisters, Joan and husband Jim Kursch and Kitty McKechnie;
brothers, Rick and wife Patti LaFond and Larry and wife Debbie Laster;
and several nieces and nephews.
Jerry was preceded in death by his parents and in-laws, Richard and Doris LaFond.
Special thank you to Jerry’s family, friends, and Dr. R. Swamy for all their help, support and prayers.
Condolences to all the family. I had no ideal Jerry had been sick and passed. What a shocker.
I worked with him in Engineering at SPO For years. Such a fine man and friend. I ran into him often at Sam's Club and we would talk about old times. I am sure his reunion in Heaven is fabulous. Rest in peace my friend
Peggy Riggs
June 26, 2016 | Ortonville, MI
I have so many great memories with Jerry at GM as well as outside of work.
We belonged to a Monday night golf league in Grand Blanc for years. We would play the league 9 holes and he always would get out his 9 wood for the tough shots. Once done we would stay and have a drink and talk about whatever was going on in our lives. He always had positve words of encouragement for me and we had great times. Also, he would always ask.....Need any golf balls....? Then he would give me 2 or 3. ...
Jeff Kremkow
May 16, 2016 | MI | Coworker
May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.
American Heart Association
May 13, 2016
My condolences to the Powers family. Jerry will be missed. Always ready with a mischevious smile, razor-sharp wit and opinions that ranged from truthful to politically incorrect. The world will be a lesser place without him.
Vildan Bekbay
May 13, 2016 | Rochester Hills, MI
Curt and family, I'm sorry for your loss and wish you comfort and fond memories.
Chris Bunch
May 12, 2016 | Rochester Hills, MI
So sorry to hear this. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this most difficult time.
Judith Webber
May 12, 2016 | Flint, MI
Phyllis and family. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. May the Lord surround you with His angels, and give you comfort, strength, and peace during this difficult time.
Linda Mooney
May 12, 2016 | Grand Blanc, MI
No words can describe how much we love you, Jerry. You were truly "Our Best Man." The best brother to Rick, the best friend and leader of all of us LaFond in-laws. The best uncle, great uncle, and most of all remembered by loving our dear friend and companion, Diesel. We will remember you always, now wrapped in the loving arms of Jesus.
Rick & Patti LaFond
May 12, 2016 | Erie, CO
Jerry, lead on old friend without fear or worry. Our years in
Selective Service shared both friendship and humor. I will never forget the special laughter about the magical lawn mower repair. Those feelings last forever.
Bob Brink
May 11, 2016 | St.Louis, MI
