Alextine B. "AL" Powell
1951 - 2020
Alextine B. "AL" Powell
1951 - 2020
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Sunday August 1, 1971, Alextine married Loston A. Powell in Groton. Her life revolved around her beloved husband and family including their four daughters: Renee Calloway, Sonja Henderson (Terrence Henderson), Trina Powell (James Keyton) and Kachuri Powell; one son Rodney Powell; three grand-daughters, Samantha, Tiara and Kessiah-Ali; three grandsons, Jericho, Terrence Jr. and Naaji; and three great-grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her parents Alex Bastine Sr. and Priscilla W. Bastine; and two sisters, Mariah Moore, of Chicago, Ill. and Theresa Bastine, of Oakland, Calif. She is survived by three sisters, Calvin J. Vanderhoof, of Weed, Calif., Nadine L. Bastine, of Richmond, Calif. and Priscilla Bastine II, of Santa Cruz, Calif.; and three brothers, Alex Bastine Jr., of Santa Cruz, Calif., Rick Bastine, of Santa Fe, N.M. and Ronald C. Bastine, of Connecticut; along with a host of cousins, nieces, nephews, loved ones and friends.
Alextine was a faithful member of the Walls Temple/Walls Clarke Temple A.M.E. Zion Church for 46 years. She held presidential, secretarial and educational positions for many boards and clubs throughout A.M.E Zion on a district and annual conference level. Alextine worked for several employers including the former State Representative Rob Simmons, Connecticut College and RMMS/LEARN. She was a Hospice volunteer, a First Responder for Red Cross, and she established Errands by ABP to assist the elderly and advocate on their behalf. Her longtime hobby included TRAUG; she also enjoyed "SHIPS" friendship, fellowship, relationship, discipleship and worship.
The Powell and Bastine family would like to thank you for your uplifting condolences and prayers. Alextine B. "AL" Powell was a warrior for God, family and community. Her spirit will soar in our hearts with each beat reminding us to love. We are all blessed to have shared the experience of her wisdom, love and kindness.
A Celebration of Life will be announced at a later date. In lieu of flowers and food, the family requests cards filled with memories and condolences be sent to P.O. Box 1153 Waterford, CT 06385 or visit LesterGeeFH.com.
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Michelle Eleazer
July 26, 2020
My condolences to Mrs Alextine’s family God Bless you all Love Michelle
Mary Holloway-Ramos
May 14, 2020
I am truly sad to hear this news. Al has always been a ray of sunshine. I last saw her at my mother's funeral in January. She always had an amazing aura around her and felt her warm presence. She will be truly missed. My sincere condolences to the Powell family.
Dale Garvin
May 14, 2020
To the Powell Family
I am sending my condolences. My grandmother use to take care if Rodney and Trina (Laura Williams). I would see Ms. Alex from time to time around town, and her smile would always make my day. Be strong and know that she is at peace,
Sincerely, Dale Garvin
Lynn Dean
May 13, 2020
Such a sweet woman. Great friend to my family! Will definitely be missed. My condolences to the family
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LEE WILDES
May 12, 2020
So sorry to hear of ALs passing. We met at the Apple Users group back in the late 1980s later named TRAUG. We were both new to computing and needed help with the new technology. We were Apple II users and the group eventually evolved and moved to the Apple Macintosh line. The new Macs required new software and new training as the world of computing was changing very fast back then. If you did not keep up, you could be left behind. Al was voted in as treasurer of the group and attended most meetings and collected dues. The group had its core of experts and a group of regulars and a newbies Al made friends with all. We never left a meeting without some new knowledge to make computing easier. As time passed and computing became more user friendly the next generation did not need the resources of the TRAUG. I would see Al at Home Depot, Lowes, or the Habitat Restore. We would chat about the old days, our families , and grandchildren. I am fortunate to have called Al a friend for over thirty years. I will miss her as I am sure all who knew her will.
Lee Wildes
Groton Ct.
Susan Hafler
May 12, 2020
I worked w/ AL at RMMS and have enjoyed running into her at various events over the past few years. She always greeted me with a warm hug and a beautiful smile. I loved her voice, and still remember her announcements on the PA system at school. I was always touched by her continuing support of our school and her commitment to education in the community. What a treasure she was! Please accept my condolences on her passing.
Kathleen Auperin
May 11, 2020
Fond, fond memories of Al's good caring and checking in on all of us each day at RMMS. I have treasured laughter, conversations and learning memories of her. She will missed!
Jeff Nelson
May 11, 2020
Al was a wonderful person with a big heart. It was about 5 or 6 months ago that I was getting gas at BJ's when I heard a voice from the car behind me call out my name. I knew right away it was Al, even though it had been many years since we had worked for Rob Simmons together. She gave me a big hug and it was great to see her again. She will be missed. My wife Lisa and I send our deepest condolences to Al and the rest of the family.
Michael Canova
May 11, 2020
My deepest condolences to the family and friends, I know she will be missed dearly. She was always warm and friendly the times I would she her at my work. A kind, caring and giving person to the people she came in contact with. The Havens will be a bit brighter with her presents.
May 11, 2020
Al, as she was fondly always called, would greet me with a loving and infectious smile whenever I would run into her. She would always ask how I was doing and if my granddaughter was still at RMMS. When my mother-in-law was still alive one of her frequent questions would always be, "how is Mother Tobey doing". I pray the love of friends and family will carry you through your grief.
Yvonne Tobey
Paulie Reed
May 11, 2020
Al was such a special lady and a staunch supporter of RMMS. We loved her. Sometimes in life people cross our paths who leave hefty footprints on our hearts. Al was such a person. Every time I saw her, she beamed her contagious smile and opened her arms. My heartfelt condolences go to all her family. I am so sad not to get to see her again. She will live on in my heart.
Jane Dauphinais
May 11, 2020
Al was a beautiful person, a true blue friend and co-worker. She was well casted for her job with US Congressman Rob Simmons because she loved helping people. She was insightful and attentive to everyone in need. She could hear their unspoken words! God speed, Al. The Simmons Team loves you.
Willa Granger
May 10, 2020
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Lynn Hancock
May 10, 2020
So sorry for your loss. Al was a wonderful member of our RMMS family, she always had a smile and funny story to make your day. Sending hugs and good thoughts to her family.
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