Name: Visitation for Ryan James POWERS
Start: 2018-02-17T22:00:00.000Z
End: 2018-02-18T00:00:00.000Z
Location: Mitchell Funeral Home at Raleigh Memorial Park

POWERS, Ryan James RALEIGH, NC: Ryan James Powers, 27, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 14, 2018. Born on May 13, 1990 in Danbury, CT; he was the cherished son of Jay Powers and Cynthia Franklin. Ryan graduated from Leesville High School and attended Wake Tech in Raleigh to pursue his goal of becoming a Master Electrician. He was active in extreme sports, hiking, diving on the Wood Valley Team, playing football, snow and wake boarding and playing soccer with CASL. Ryan also loved animals and enjoyed his dogs and volunteering at the animal sanctuary CCI, Inc. in Mebane. Though Ryan could appear to be quiet at first glance once you got to know him he was compassionate, engaging and energetic. Ryan had a brilliant smile and infectious laugh. Ryan was quite the handyman and had many great ideas for inventions. You would always find Ryan taking things apart to see how they worked. Ryan struggled with mental illness for many years and always pushed to overcome the challenges he faced to live a better life. Ryan is lovingly remembered by his parents: Jay (Carol) Powers, of Georgetown, TX and Cynthia (Clinton) Franklin, of Raleigh; by his sister: Sarah Powers, of Delray Beach, FL; step-brothers: Shaun Gerloff and Matthew Franklin; by his grandmother: Bettie Powers, of Delray Beach, FL; aunts and uncles: Maria Bielass, Michael Powers and Jill Powers; cousins: Jennifer, Cara, Noah, Gyllian, Matthew and Austin; and by other family and friends. He was preceded in death by his grandparents: Jim Powers and Harold and Agnes Bielass; and by his uncle: Tom Powers. Family will receive friends on Saturday evening, February 17th from 5-7 pm at Mitchell Funeral Home (7209 Glenwood Avenue). Funeral Services will be held on Sunday at 2 pm at Soapstone United Methodist Church (12837 Norwood Road). In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to National Alliance for Mental Illness (NAMI) Wake County P.O. Box 12562 Raleigh, NC 27605. Condolences to the family at www.MitchellatRMP.com

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Published by Austin American-Statesman on Feb. 17, 2018.

Memories and Condolences
for Ryan POWERS

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13 Entries

Jeni Baker

May 2, 2018

Dear Jay, Cynthia, your respective spouses, Sarah, and the rest of Ryan's family,

I am stunned and heartbroken for you all. John (Lyttle, my son) just found out about Ryan's passing on Monday night and told me yesterday morning. I can picture Ryan and John playing as kids like it was yesterday, and I just hurt for you. Please know that you're in my thoughts.

Jeni Baker

Penny Powers

February 20, 2018

I'm so sorry to hear of Ryan's passing. Your family are in my prayers and thoughts.

Peter D`Alessandro

February 19, 2018

Jay, I`m struck with grief at the enormity of your loss. You and Cynthia have my thoughts and wishes for the comfort that might be derived from memories of happier times. Bless Ryan and his youthful spirit.

Melinda Strickland

February 19, 2018

Jay & Carol,
It has been our privilege to pray for your family in the past weeks while sharing time with Carol at Bible study. I cannot imagine your present heartache, but please know those prayers continue as you walk, one day at a time, into this new normal. Although we can't understand or know your pain, we all know our heavenly father does, so we pray for His comfort, peace, and strength to be especially felt during this time.

Tammy Pare

February 18, 2018

Cynthia, words cannot express the sympathy I feel at this moment. I am so sorry for your loss. Although I only recently met you and Ryan, I remember your smiling face from years ago, when our kids were in youth group together. From one mother to another, are hearts are bound by our love for our children. I'm praying for you and your family during the very difficult time.
With sincere sympathy,
Tammy

Bill Steckel

February 18, 2018

A wise pastor I heard speak many years ago said sometimes God just believes a child of his has had enough earthly suffering. He brings them home so they can finally be at peace. I pray for Ryan and for peace for Jay and Cynthia and all of his family and friends.

Daryl Dulaney

February 17, 2018

Jay and family,
I was very sorry to hear of your son's passing. Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time.

rehnberg family

February 17, 2018

Cynthia, Jay and Sarah, We will always remember Ryan as loving, funny, kind hearted and always smiling. Thoughts and Prayers,

Bettie Powers

February 16, 2018

Ryan will always have a very special place in my heart. As his grandma we had a very great relationship, we always had fun together and I will miss him so. I will always love you.

February 16, 2018

Cynthia,

I am so sorry for your loss. There are no words that I could say about how you are feeling. I did not know your son, but I know his beautiful Mother and I know he must be just like you. My prayers for you are ongoing.

Love,
Karen Carraway

Jon and Marcia Felton

February 16, 2018

Cynthia, please know you and your family are in our heartfelt thoughts and prayers.

C & M Flowers

February 16, 2018

Mark and I express our condolences with much sadness and, as you know, he was a kind and caring person. We did not know him well, but had interactions with him as his neighbors.
Cindy & Mark

Jessica Vaughan Vance

February 15, 2018

I am so very sorry for your lost. I want you to know you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

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