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Michael Powell Obituary
MICHAEL G., an accomplished Professor of History, age 42, entered into Eternal Rest peacefully at his residence on June 8, 2004. Life partner of Todd Brown; son of Furney and Marjorie; brother of Patricia Fawcett, David, Dorothea Faw and Deborah; he also leaves many loving friends. Relatives and friends are invited to call on Sunday Eve. from 7 P.M. at Shrine of Old St. Josephs, 321 Willings Alley (Society Hill) for the Reposing. Vigil Service 8 P.M. Relatives and friends are also invited to call on Monday from 9 A.M. at the Church. Funeral Mass 10 A.M. precisely. Int. private. In lieu of floral tributes, all memorial gifts in his memory are requested made to a Soup Kitchen or Food Bank of the donors choice.
RONALD REX PISELLI
FUNERAL CHAPELS INC.
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Memories and Condolences
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Sheryl, Doug and Malik Douglass
September 30, 2025
Our Love, heartfelt condolences, and prayers are with you Sis. Jada and the Powell family from Sheryl, Doug and Malik Douglass
Joy
July 6, 2004
my condolences to your loss. I am truly sorry. may he rest well.
Rebecca Budd
June 23, 2004
My condolences to Prof. Powell's family and friends. I will sorely miss his friendly advice and engaging teaching style. May he continue in heaven what he loved so much here - the pursuit of knowledge.
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