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DAVID POWELL Obituary


DAVID THOMAS POWELL (Age 69)  
On Tuesday, July 17, 2018, of Washington, DC. Beloved husband of Kathleen Powell; father of David Jr. (Toko), Colleen Powell (Theo Jones) and Mary Frances Powell; grandfather of John and Maria Powell. Relatives and friends may call at Collins Funeral Home, 500 University Blvd. West, Silver Spring, MD, on Saturday, July 21 from 2 to 3 p.m., where a Funeral Service will be held at 3 p.m. Graveside Service at Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Silver Spring, MD on Tuesday, July 24 at 10:30 a.m. Memorial contributions may be made to American Diabetes Association, diabetes.org.www.COLLINSFUNERALHOME.com  

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Published by The Washington Post on Jul. 19, 2018.

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John Devereaux

July 24, 2018

Kathy, David, Colleen & Mary Frances, I'm shocked and saddened to hear of Dave's passing. I hope the Lord will help you deal with your grief. If there is anything you need, let me know.

July 23, 2018

Sorry for your loss. May you cherish the
memories of your beloved love one. Some
comforting words to read is at 1 Thessonians
4:14

Bill Chidichimo

July 22, 2018

Dave-- I will keep you and your family in my prayers. I can't think of much else to say to you and your family, but I wish all of you my prayers and condolences.

Jim Dail

July 21, 2018

Kathy, I'm very sorry to hear about David's passing. I hope you can find peace at this sad time.

Kris Laurenti

July 21, 2018

David, I was saddened to hear of the loss of your father. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time. He certainly raised a caring, loving family.

July 20, 2018

Sorry for your loss and grief; may the promise at John 6:40 give you comfort and peace.

Janice Keywell

July 20, 2018

Peace for David. You and your family are in my heart and mind. My condolences on the passing of your father.

Mary Elizabeth Kenel

July 20, 2018

Joe and I want you to know that Dave - and all of you - will be remembered in our prayers. May the memory of his love and care bring you all the blessing of peace despite the sadness of this time.

Donna Smith

July 19, 2018

Kathy, David, Colleen and Mary Frances: We are so sorry for your loss and hope you find peace in all the memories. We are thinking of you.
Jim and Donna Smith

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