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David POWERS Obituary

POWERS - David A.
Of Depew, NY passed away peacefully at home on December 1st, 2021 following a long illness. David was the son of the late Seth and Helena (Miller) Powers; also survived by step-mother Thelma Powers; beloved husband of Sharon Laurell Powers; loving father of Brian Powers, Jeffrey (Janet) Powers, and Michael (Stephanie) Powers; cherished Papa of Alexander, Megan, Logan, Addison, Molly, and Ellen; dear brother of the late Joan (Jim) Nadge, Susan Powers, and Marsha (Victor) Havran; also survived by step-brother Thomas (Charlene) Powers; dear brother-in-law of Suzi (Arthur) Stiennon, Gregory (Mary Ann) Laurell, and Kim (Esther) Laurell. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends may call on Sunday, December 12th between 11-1 at the WRIGHT-BEARD FUNERAL HOME in Cortland, NY which will be followed by a memorial service at 1. We ask that masks be worn in the funeral home. David had a long career in banking and lived a life of service in several capacities for numerous organizations.

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Published by Buffalo News on Dec. 4, 2021.

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Rowena LeRoy

December 6, 2021

I was sorry to read of David's passing. I worked with David at the Cortland Savings Bank but moved to Allentown, PA in 1979. While working with David, I learned that we shared the same wedding date, married in the same church and even shared our church flowers. We were married in the evening. David always teased me wondering if we really paid for our half of the flowers. It sounds like he had a wonderful family and will be missed by all.

Rowena Haskins LeRoy

December 6, 2021

Sherry, I worked with David at the Cortland Savings Bank but moved to Allentown in 1979. While working there, I learned that you and David were married on the same date, same church, and even shared flowers as we were married in the evening so you left your flowers for us. I was so sorry to read of his passing and I send my condolences with you and your family. David always teased me asking if we paid for our half of the flowers!! It sounds like he had a very loving family and he will be missed by many.

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Jo Ann and Vince Moore

December 4, 2021

I am so sorry to hear of Uncle Dave's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

Laurie and Mike Pratt

December 4, 2021

We are so sorry for your loss Aunt Sherry and family. We loved Uncle Dave dearly. hugs

Suzi and Art Stiennon

December 4, 2021

Our deepest sympathy and love to you and your children. Our thoughts and hearts are with you today.

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1:00 p.m.

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9 Lincoln Avenue, Cortland, NY 13045

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