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STEPHEN B. POWERS of Greenwich Connecticut, died on October 5th, 2008 at age 45. He was born in New Rochelle, New York on June 7th, 1963 to Frederic and Virginia Powers. He is survived by his wife Christina; two daughters, Alexis 16, and Sydney 13; mother Virginia and brothers Jeffrey, Christopher and Frederic III. Stephen met Christina Polcini while they were students at Scarsdale High School in 1981, and married in 1990. Stephen graduated with honors from Iona College, New Rochelle in 1986 with a BS in Computer Science. Stephen was Executive Vice President of Powers Fasteners, a global company, which he ran with his three brothers in Brewster, NY. Stephen managed the Information Technology sector for the company and was the Business Manager for Powers Global overseas companies in 8 countries. He was an avid skier and golfer, and a member of Winged Foot Golf Club. A wake will be held at the Leo P. Gallagher & Sons Funeral Home (telephone 203-869-1513), 31 Arch Street, Greenwich, CT 06830 on Wednesday, October 8 and Thursday, October 9, 2008 from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. His funeral mass will be held at St. Paul's Church, 84 Sherwood Avenue, Greenwich, CT on Friday October 10th at 10am. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested donations be sent in his memory to Sound Shore Medical Center, 16 Guion Place, New Rochelle, NY 10801 .

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Published by GreenwichTime on Oct. 7, 2008.

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Larry Geiger

November 3, 2008

I am shocked to learn of the passing of Stephen. I recall fondly the many instances we talked, and specifically about where IT was heading in the early 90's, and what technology still had in store for our companies. Stephen's calm demeanor, intelligence and abundant empathy will be surely missed by myself and my entire family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. RIP Stephen.

Peter Genet

October 24, 2008

Dear Powers Family

I am shocked and saddened to learn about the tragic events. I am very sorry for your loss.

I am a business acquaintance thru the family business, Powers Fasteners, and I have worked and known Stephen for about 4 years now. I am truly sorry to learn of his passing. He was a very bright, energetic man who was honest, fair, and genuine. I cannot comprehend the emotion and feelings you are going thru as a family at this time and wish you find peace in knowing how my impressions of Stephen will never leave me.

He cared to give even a vendor like myself 100% attention, focus, and time when so many things were going on in his life. As casual a contact that I was in his personal life, I herd about his family and especially his daughters, he spoke often and proudly about them I could tell he loved them dearly. While I only ever knew him in a business environment, he was clearly a loving father and would talk volumes about their accomplishments.

I wish you peace and wanted to let you know how much I felt this loss today, I will pray for you and yours, May God Bless and Keep you.

Peter Genet

William Spyer

October 22, 2008

Tina, I don't know what to say... I just heard from Melissa Grigione about what happened after the reunion. It was great seeing you so long after junior high. God bless you and your family.

Heather Demaree Comart

October 20, 2008

Dear Tina,

I was so saddened to have learned about Stephen. Although many years have passed since our childhood friendship, I would be remiss not to let you know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your loved ones. Stephen will live on in the lives of your children and in the memories you have shared.

With deepest sympathy,
Heather Demaree Comart

Maria Kessel

October 16, 2008

Dear Christina, Alexis and Sydney,
We just heard the terrible news about Stephen. May God bless you, and help you find comfort and peace during this difficult time. We will always remember Stephen's affectionate smile -- especially when he was around you and the girls.
With deepest sympathy,
Maria, Kerry, Lois and Anastasia Kessel

Cynthia Gerardi Gahan

October 14, 2008

Dear Christina,

I was so shocked and saddened to learn of your grievous loss. No words can make the pain you and your girls are enduring disappear, but please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and the entire Powers family.

May the love you shared surround you, your memories bring you comfort, and time bring you peace.

Love,
Cynthia

Don Johnston

October 13, 2008

Now that the wakes and funeral are over, I think it is important to keep Stephen's memory alive in our daily lives.

He had a smile that was contagious, a generosity of spirit that was unmatched and a love of family that will transend this earthly world.

I had the great fortune of knowing Stephen since he was a boy. He always made me feel good about myself and was honest and genuine. A true gentleman!

We skied, golfed and drank a few beers. I will miss him deeply.

Christina, Alexis and Sydney, we will ski at Stratton this winter and remember.

Love,

Donny

Tracy Suslow Gold

October 11, 2008

Dear Tina,

I was so sorry to hear today of your tragic loss. Stephen is just one of those people who stay with you! Although our friendship was in high school almost 25 years ago, his warmth, sense of humor, and kindness will never be forgotten and will always be missed. It was so wonderful spending time at the reunion with him and I will keep searching for the group photo that we took that night so I can send it to you. Please know that you and your daughters are in my thoughts and prayers. I know your memories and love will keep him alive always in your hearts.

Reed Grimm

October 10, 2008

Steve was a fraternity brother of mine at Stetson University. Although we were only in school together for one year, he was a good friend and I feel fortunate to have known him for that short time. My deepest sympathy and best wishes to all the members of his family in this difficult time.

jane melagrano szamborski

October 10, 2008

Dear Christina and the Pearls,

We just heard the news today...Richard heard it on the news and was shocked it could not be your Steven your love and the girls sunshine. We are devasted for you.
No one can imagine the pain you and the family feel. We are so sorry for this grand loss, tears flow for you and the girls.

Why? we have no answers. Give yourself and the girls all the time you need to grieve. Let no one tell you otherwise.

Steven has reached the most majestic mountian top. where he is smiling, blessing and guarding over all whom he loved and cherished so dealy.

We have no words of comfort, and can only feel the pain you are suffering.

In due time you will notice the sunshine and you must believe it is Steven smiling upon you.

God Speed,
Love and Light,
Jane Richard and Margarite

David Jones

October 9, 2008

There are no words or phrases adequate to express the loss and grief felt by everyone who knew Stephen. His memory will live on in all of us. As time passes, may our grief diminish and our memories of the wonderful times replace the emptiness found in his passing. Stephen will be deeply missed.

Daniel Figueroa

October 9, 2008

Dear Powers Family,
My deepest sympathies go out to you at this terrible time in your lives. May God bless you and hold you during this difficult time. My prayers are with you.

Jessica, Grace and Aaron Girten

October 9, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Willie & Zoila Perez

October 9, 2008

MR S,POWERS WE LOVE YOU AND YOU WILL BE MISS THERE IS PAIN IN OUR HEART BUT WE KNOW YOU ARE IN A GOOD PLACE SOMEWHERE SKY HIGH OUR PLAYER WILL BE IN OUR HEART EVERY DAY MAY THE LORD RECEIVE YOU WE ALL HIS HEART AMEN

Amy Berger Certilman

October 9, 2008

I will forever remember Stephen’s boundless energy, our day excursions to Hunter, and his easy broad smile – which was as contagious and heartwarming at our twentieth reunion as it was when we were in high school.

Tina, please know that my thoughts are with you, your children and the Power’s family during this most difficult time.

CSTB’s management team and all employees who worked with POWERS Company

October 9, 2008

Dear POWERS family,
We learned with great sadness that Stephen POWERS just died.
We would like to offer our condolences to Stephen’s family and friends.
Yours sincerely

Willie & Zoila Perez

October 9, 2008

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

Denis Giannelli

October 9, 2008

requiescat in pace, Stephen

Gary Conran

October 9, 2008

Dear Powers Family,
I am very sorry to hear of your loss. I knew Stephen from only working with him. Here is a little poem for him.

Some he made laugh, and some he made cry,
But now all we can do is sit and ask why.

There where many things that he could do,
But he lived life his way; that much is true.

This is a hard time for family and friends,
When someone’s life comes to an end.

Stephen, if you are looking at this from above,
You will see how much you were loved.

There are many things we would like to say,
But your time came too soon, so now we just pray.

I know God is with you somewhere way up high,
So all we can do is just say goodbye.

Chris Martin

October 8, 2008

Steve was an old friend from Stetson University. Many good times were shared with "Mr" Powers. Whether it be late night in the keg room at Sigma Phi Epsilon , or sharing cold beverages and laughs on a crazed house boat, or circle dancing at my wedding. When I think of Steve, i see him neck veins popping with a full bore laugh and a smile on his face- he knew how to bring good vibes and a great spirit to wherever he was. Living it large was Steve's gift. We will all miss him greatly.

I just looked at my 40 year birthday book which Steve sent a family photo of a trip to Florida and shared thoughts on life. He said the first half of life was for yourself , and the second and more important half was for your family and the ones that you love. You all meant the world to him, and that came through very clearly.

Christina, my deepest heart felt condolences to you and the girls. He will be missed by all.

Robert & Dana Bullock

October 8, 2008

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Bryan Reynolds

October 8, 2008

Dear Tina and the Powers family, I am very sorry for your loss. Stephen's extraordinary charisma will continue to inspire anyone who had ever talked with him, something I have not done for twenty years, and still his smile beams as freshly as it did then. With much love and best wishes, Bryan

Dean Hewitt

October 8, 2008

Stephen was a fraternity brother of mine at Stetson and I remember how much he loved life and friends. I am deeply saddened by his passing. Although I did not have the good fortune to know his wife and daughters, my sympathy, thoughts and prayers go out to them.

Dede LeComte

October 8, 2008

Christina, Alexis, Sydney and all of the Powers family - we can only imagine your deep sorrow. Our love, thoughts and prayers are with you all. We share in your loss of Stephen and his love of life but know that his spirit will be with you all forever. The LeComte family.

Tim, Terri, Kelley & Briana Clune

October 8, 2008

In love's memory is a strength that lasts forever. With prayers and comfort and thoughts of the Powers family

Jill Manning Hartzell

October 8, 2008

Dear Powers Family,
I am saddened to learn of the loss of Stephen, and I send my deepest condolences to you all.
I have happy memories of childhood days at Wykagyl CC. I hope your memories will offer you some comfort. Deepest sympathy.

Brian & Wendy Hopkins

October 8, 2008

Christina, both Wendy and I are so sorry to hear about the loss of Stephen. Of all the people Wendy and I worked with and met during my two-year tenure at Rawl, it was Stephen for whom both of us have some of the fondest memories. He was truly a great person and good friend. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your daughters.

Cecil Broderick

October 8, 2008

Dear Powers Family,

I am sorry for your loss, steve and I grew up together in Scarsdale. I will always remember his lust for life and the way he could always make me laugh he is in my prayers and thoughts.

Carolyn Dalton

October 8, 2008

Dear Ginny, Jeffrey, Christopher and Freddy, I am so deeply saddened by your loss. Coming on the heals of loosing my brother Scott, I truly feel your pain. My thoughts and prayers are with you. God bless. I didn't know Stephen's wife or girls and can not begin to grasp the pain they must be experiencing. May God watch over them all the day's of their lives. Much Love, Carolyn Dalton ~ Marsland

Bruce Burnett

October 7, 2008

Worked with Stephen for many years before finally getting to know him while skiing in Utah with his family. Stephen was as real as they come and will be deeply missed. Know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Michael Monroe

October 7, 2008

I was deeply saddened to hear of the untimely death of Stephen. I did not personally know Stephen well but through my association with Powers Fasteners and Jeffery Powers I was blessed to experience the generosity and good will that is the hallmark of all members of this close knit, remarkable family. My heart goes out to Christina, Alexis and Sydney and I will keep you in my prayers as you pass through these most difficult times.

Michael Monroe

San Francisco

Tad Brown

October 7, 2008

Steve was a college buddy and a super close friend to many of my best friends. There were many visits and weddings over the years where we always caught up. He had an easy way of lighting up a room and was one of the most genuine people I have ever had the good fortune to know. Christina, my heart goes out to you and the girls and I wish you the best in this the hardest of times.

Suzi Mercein Walters

October 7, 2008

Freddy, Stephen's brother, was always at my house growing up, as he was best friend to my brother, Tommy. I was truly shocked and deeply saddened to learn of this tragedy. My thoughts and prayers are with the entire Powers Family. God bless.

Fiona Moreno

October 7, 2008

Christina, Alexis & Sydney,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I know there are no words that will comfort you at this time of sorrow but be assured that you will always be in my toughts. I work at Powers Fasteners and Stephen will be truly missed.

Dan Gilligan

October 7, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this painful time. I reflect back with you Christina when I had the opportunity to go snorkling with you, Stephen and my wife Denisa in Cancun. We are all far better in life for having known Stephen and the smiles he brought to everyone in the room.

Katie Ward Cullen

October 7, 2008

Dear Powers Family, My deepest sympathy to all of you in this terrible time. You will all be in my prayers. Sincerely, Katie

Thomas McCauley

October 7, 2008

Steve was my college fraternity brother and close friend. He had a zest for life that I admire. He never faltered when you needed him, no matter what the circumstance. I attended his wedding & knew his family, who will sorely miss him. Tina, Lex & Syd...you are in my prayers! Boot

John Durning

October 7, 2008

It's brutal to see someone taken in his prime. While I have not seen any of the Powers family or Tina for many years, I remeber them all fondly and hold all of you squarely in my thoughts. With such a strong family I have no doubt they will rally together to ensure that Tina and Steve's kids thrive on the memories of their Father and know that he will be watching them from the best seats in the house going forward.

Angelo Bonvenuto

October 7, 2008

Please accept my deepest condolences along with this short prayer for Stephen & your family.

Agnus Dei, qui tolis peccata mundi miserere nobis.
Agnus Dei, qui tolis peccata mundi miserere nobis.
Agnus Dei, qui tolis peccata mundi, dona nobis pacem.

Lamb of God, who take away sins of world, have mercy on us.
Lamb of God, who take away sins of world, have mercy on us.
Lamb of God, who take away sins of world, grant us peace.

Andrea Cerone

October 7, 2008

So sorry to hear of your loss. May God Bless you all, and keep you safe.

Mark Saunders (Lansa)

October 7, 2008

Christina, Alexis and Sydney,
I am very sorry to hear of your loss. I knew Steve from only working with him from afar. He was a wonderful person to know and work with. A person to call FRIEND. He will be missed.

Lori Perrone

October 7, 2008

Alexis and Christina and family,
The family of Gabriella Perrone extends it's deepest sympathies during this time of sorrow. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.
Lori, Anthony and Bella Perrone

Scott Price

October 7, 2008

Stephen was a pledge brother of mine at Stetson University in Deland Florida. I can both laugh and cry when I think of memories so many years ago. Although separated by distance during the last years, we remained in contact and I considered him a good friend. My love goes out to Christina and the entire family.

Dr & Mrs. John D. Tracy

October 7, 2008

Please know that we are thinking of you during this difficult time.
Jack & Ellie Tracy

Bill and Jeanne Peloso

October 7, 2008

Christina, Alexis and Sydney,
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you at this time. Stephen will be truly missed by so many. May God bless you and your whole family in this time of sadness

Eric Kolstad

October 7, 2008

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

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