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Xavier M. Powell

1994 - 2024

Xavier M. Powell obituary, 1994-2024, Pittsfield, MA

BORN

1994

DIED

2024

FUNERAL HOME

Roche Funeral Home Inc

120 Main St

Lenox, Massachusetts

Xavier Powell Obituary

Xavier Matthew Powell, 29, of Pittsfield died unexpectedly on Sunday, August 11, 2024.

Born on September 30, 1994, in Pittsfield, MA., to Derek and Pamela Powell, he attended Pittsfield High School and was a 2013 graduate. After high school, Xavier went to Hudson Valley Community College where he earned his degree in auto mechanics. He worked as a mechanic before deciding to enlist in the Army National Guard. He was currently stationed in Army Aviation Support Facility 1 at Joint Base Cape Cod, ranked as Specialist and a Veteran, where he was a helicopter mechanic. Xavier was most proud of being in the military.

Xavier enjoyed photography, traveling across the country, spending time with family and friends, vacationing in Gloucester with his grandparents, riding his motorcycle, camping, running with his dad and brother, working out with his roommate Connor, campfires with his friend Farron, attending concerts and festivals, and collecting vintage items.

Besides his parents; Derek and Pamela Powell of Pittsfield, Xavier is survived by his siblings; Austin and Zabion Powell, sister-in-law Eleanor Gubbins of Pittsfield, paternal great-grandmother Shirley Jones, paternal grandparents; Sheila and Steve Jones, maternal grandparents; Lisa and William Henningson, many aunts and uncles; Leon and Ashley McCluskey with cousins Camron, Justice, Raelyn, and Titan, Marissa and Jeffrey Carvelli with cousins Noah, Nick, and Grace, Lori and Ariel Aspiras with cousins Ava and Lana. He is also survived by many beloved friends and extended family.

Calling hours will be held from 10-12 on August 24, 2024 at the Roche Funeral Home, 120 Main Street, Lenox, MA 01240. There will be a Celebration of Xavier's life held at Zucchini's Restaurant on North Street in Pittsfield beginning at 1pm. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Xavier's memory may be made to Wounded Warrior's in care of the funeral home.

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Published by The Berkshire Eagle on Aug. 17, 2024.

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Patricia Curry

August 25, 2024

Please accept my deepest condolences for your loss. I was so saddened to read of his passing and had to scroll through the pictures posted by his friends to insure this handsome soldier was the former student I taught at PHS. I can clearly see him sitting in class and talking to me about his wrestling and how much he loved his family. His compassionate, inquisitive nature and quiet leadership made such a lasting impression on me that I often thought of him and wondered what he was doing. I hope that the memories you have of Xavier and reading how much others loved him will sustain you in this difficult time.

Karen Ryan

August 23, 2024

Derek, Pamela, and family. I am so sorry for your loss. Xavier was a sweet, kind, loving young man. I worked with him at Kimball Farms and he´s was always polite and very conscientious of people around him, always with a smile on his face. I so impressed by his demeanor, I can say he was a wonderful young man! My deepest sympathy and love to you all! Karen Ryan

Rachael Hunt

August 23, 2024

My sincere condolences & deepest sympathies to all of Xavier´s beloved family and friends. I graduated in the same Class of 2013 as Xavier & I knew him as always kind & genuine.

Carlos Galvan

August 22, 2024

Carlos Galvan

August 22, 2024

Amy Booth (kf)

August 18, 2024

Derek and family, my deepest sympathy for this terrible loss. No parent should have to experience this. Wishing you much strength as you navigate this heartbreak.

Patrick Litano

August 17, 2024

Xavier was an incredible individual. When he couldn´t wrestle anymore, he re-created himself. He got into the theater and then join the swim team.
He didn´t sit around and mope he took on life challenges. He came from an incredibly loving family, his parents, Derek, and Pam and his brother Zabion. He was a hard worker, never having to be told what to do. He will be missed so much.

Tristanne T. Chalmers Adamczyk

August 17, 2024

I am so sorry for your loss. I had the pleasure of teaching Xavier years ago at P.H.S. He was such a kind & friendly student; I have never forgotten him. I also loved seeing him at local races & enjoyed catching up with him at these events. I am sad to hear of his passing. Sending love at this difficult time.

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Memorial Events
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Aug

24

Calling hours

10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Roche Funeral Home Inc

120 Main St P.O. Box 152, Lenox, MA 01240

Aug

24

Celebration of Life

1:00 p.m.

Zucchini's Restaurant

North Street, Pittsfield, MA

Funeral services provided by:

Roche Funeral Home Inc

120 Main St P.O. Box 152, Lenox, MA 01240

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