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BORN
1942
DIED
2010
Mel Powers Obituary
Mel will forever be remembered by his brother Garrett Powers and nieces Debra Myers and Kristine Maasberg, as well as countless friends blessed to have known him.
A memorial service will be held October 22, 2010, 2 pm, at Heights Funeral Home, 1317 Heights Blvd., Houston, TX 77008 with Pastor Jim Parker officiating. A reception will be held from 3-5 pm immediately following at Cyclone Anaya's, 1710 Durham@ I-10.
A drive through Houston is dotted with memories of Mel Powers. High rise buildings, great restaurants, amazing homes and sub-divisions have Mel's signature. He had a passion for life that was contagious. While those who are left behind will miss him greatly, we know he is in a better place. Probably at the helm of some awesome yacht or skiing down an amazing mountain. He will always be alive in our hearts and we will all treasure the fondest of memories. We love you Mel, now and forever!
Arrangements under the direction of Heights Funeral Home, Houston, TX.
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Scott Smith
November 30, 2016
Thank you for the memories that were extended by my employment at the 'Powers Center' Health Club. A special time with great memories. Peace.
Andrea Kell
October 29, 2016
Thinking of you.. I know you and mom are watching over all of us. Love you both!
October 8, 2016
At 6 minutes after 6:00 a.m. this morning I woke up and knew it was 6 years since you formally were escorted to Heaven. I hugged the beautiful flower vase that you gave me that I cherish and cried myself to sleep. Thank you for coming to say good-bye to me before you left for Heaven. You knew I loved you unconditionally and always will. Of all of the beautiful songs I wrote for you, this one was so special: "I dreamed we met on a rocky shoreline many years ago...Man, I'll take you in my arms and keep you from the cold. It never was your silver, man; it never was your gold. My Love, I'll take you in my arms and keep you from the cold. It never was your silver, Mel, it never was your gold." It was just you, Powerman. You were so very kind, so very gracious, you were such a gentleman. Not a day goes by that I don't remember your beautiful smile. I will see you in Heaven. With my eternal love...Ms. Dove
Gary Evans
October 6, 2015
To all our friends, Mel was a great man and good friend to the Evans family. I met Mel in 1969 at our office and he encouraged me as we worked on many buildings. Now my father Bob now uncle Ross are with Mel. Blessings to all who knew Mel and those who are still around.
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Thomas Thiel
August 21, 2014
I missed your departure by four years, but then we had so many highs and lows together, so many wild and wacky experiences and challenges on this life's jorney that we thought would never end. Lots of laughter and wonderful times. (Even when the Merlin bellied in) Thanks for being such a unque and thoughtful friend - and all the memories we were blessed to share-- God speed - Vaya con dios
Thomas "Bear" Thiel
Cynthia Wade
August 14, 2013
May God Bless You. I will never forget your kindness. You were a very special person. I will never forget you. Love always and forever.
July 31, 2013
I was deeply saddened to learn today of Mel's passing almost 3 yrs ago. I will cherish my memories of him and miss him always, as I am sure will everyone who knew and loved him. My grief is a bit lessened by the thought and hope that, at my own passing, we will meet again. I wish for him from the bottom of my heart everlasting Peace, Light and Happiness.
Donna Calloway
July 31, 2013
I was deeply saddened to learn today of Mel's passing almost 3 yrs ago. I will cherish my memories of him and miss him always, as I am sure will everyone who knew and loved him. My grief is a bit lessened by the thought and hope that, at my own passing, we will meet again. I wish for him from the bottom of my heart everlasting Peace, Light and Happiness.
Bambi Lynn Shepherd
September 29, 2012
I am sorry to find out so late of Mel's passing. Sympathy and prayers for friends and family.
Deborah
July 29, 2012
Waited a long time to do this. Rest in Peace.
ric freese
October 13, 2011
I worked for Mel back in the early 80's after I got out the navy. Mel always had a trip on Friday and if was loading his luggage or fueling his plane, he always friendly word for u and who could forget that million dollar smile of his
Rich Shultz
April 13, 2011
well, mel ... you're right where you belong ... with god. gotcha .. even a good joke i can see you smile that evil grin .... rest in peace as your memory will live on and on and on .....
Steve Somers
October 28, 2010
I met Mel during my youthful year's of Clear Lake and actually watched the 2# Atrium buildings go up.
I had been to several of his parties in Nassau Bay and was overwhelmed of this person ability to entertain and pro-tray levels of communications to others only the few ever understood.
Regardless of what others say, he was always kind to me an being allowed to hang around while the big boys played.
I was only 17 years old back then, but had some wonderful and fun times to go back down memory lane anytime I want.
Myself, I will always remember those times and hope you are still having them where ever you are now at Mel.
H. W. Jesse Jenckes
October 25, 2010
How do you capture the essence of someone like Mel Powers? . . .
A giant among men, a provider for so many, a brilliant, multidimensional grass-roots entrepreneur; a loyal friend and fierce adversary; an athlete, and a dynamo with an insatiable appetite for knowledge and experiences of every kind.
Mel and I had some fabulous journeys together both in business and in our social lives; but if one shared experience in Mel's life defined him for me, it was the quick land inspection trip we took to Sealy, Texas the day before Thanksgiving many, many years ago.
On our way, we picked up a bedraggled looking hitch hiker, named Jose, who was headed for Brookshire. Jose, though rumpled, was thankful for the ride and very upbeat. He had just found a job and, although still broke, was happy, anticipating being with his pregnant wife and her family for the holidays.
Mel, as usual, asked a million questions, and I could see his admiration for Jose building as Jose talked of how he expected hard work and dedication to his new job to start him towards a great future for his family. There was an obvious connection, as Mel must have been thinking of the long road he had traveled from his own childhood. When we let Jose out in Brookshire, Mel slipped a $100 bill into his hand and wished him a Happy Thanksgiving and successful life.
The $100 was not to impress Jose or me, but rather to reward that spark of determination to succeed that Mel had immediately identified in Jose. That was Mel; perhaps not the easiest man for most to know well, but a good and generous man to the core.
All of us would like to think that we made it on our own; but the truth is that the spark Mel saw in Jose, he also saw in many of us, when he gave each of us our start so long ago. Thank you Mel, we will miss you.
Jesse
Robin Ott Brandy
October 23, 2010
I wish to extend my deepest sympathy to Mel's family; Garrett, Danielle, Debra, Kristine, and his best friends; Jan and Philip.
Andrea Kell
October 22, 2010
A part of heart has passed with you, thanks for bring a part of my life and thank you for the memories. Love always
Andrea Kell
Frank Andrews
October 22, 2010
I meet Mel in l971. He attended my wedding in l973. I have fond and fun memories. We completed many real estate transactions together. Ihave been in the homes, buildings and on the yacht. Mel was a gentleman. He was good, kind and generous to me. We were good friends. Ishall always remember the good times. My deepest and sincere sympathy to the Powers Family
Becki Dukes-Hines
October 22, 2010
I started working for Mel at the age of 15 at PowersAir. Always a gentlemen, always giving me advise for the future the first being when I graduated "Go to college, just don't study basket weaving!" We stayed in touch over the years with advise and friendship all along the way. To the Powers family and close friends, my deepest condolences. God Bless you Mel! You will be DEEPLY missed!
bob vilcheck
October 22, 2010
There is not enough room on this page for all the stories and fond memories I have about Mel.We had our share of ups and downs and I don't mean just in planes or helicopters. Two things, A true measure of a friend is one who sticks by you when times are tough, Mel once sent me an envelope to Tahoe and said come on back home, this was after a job went south on me and we had had another spat, now that is a friend. He gave me great latitude in bussiness to do what I wanted and let me grow in my field, but the single best thing he did was introduce me to the love of my life and truly best friend Jan.I may not be able to tell all the stories but I will surely cherish them!I will miss you my friend.
Kathryn Verkin
October 22, 2010
Mel was a always a perfect gentlemen and treated my family with so much respect and kindness. My husband and I went on several trips with Mel on his private jet. Those trips are very found memories for me. Our sincerest sympathy to the Powers family.
Peggy Verkin
October 22, 2010
My prayers and thoughts are with the Powers family. I have many memories from when Billy worked with Mel. I always remember Mel's sense of humor and his ability to never meet a stranger. He will be missed by all who knew him.
Cindy Vaughan
October 21, 2010
The love of friends and family will carry you through this grief. Please know you're in our thoughts daily. We are so sorry for your loss.
Laurie Biswell-Spoerle
October 20, 2010
We will miss you Mel. We had been thinking about you the past few weeks and wanted to drop by to visit. "Woulda, Coulda, Shoulda!" You always had an interesting story to tell and we will really miss your "worldly" hotel key collection and the "worldly" history behind each key! Our deepest sympathy the Powers' family. May you rest in peace. - Laurie Biswell-Spoerle & Daniel Spoerle
Simone Lang
October 20, 2010
My deepest condolences to the Powers family for your loss. May your family, friends, and fond memories help you through your loss and time of need.
Scarlett Yarborough
October 19, 2010
I wish to extend my deepest sympathy to Garrett, Danielle, Debra, and Kristine; and his best friends for life, Jan and Philip. Mel was a major positive influence in my life for 37 years in that he was always giving me advice and lending his ear. Special people never truly leave us ...we carry them in our hearts. May the road rise up to meet him and the wind always be at his back. I will cherish his memory for the rest of my life for I loved him so. May Mel rest in peace and finally be free of pain. God Bless his soul.
Donna Kelledy-Accardo
October 18, 2010
To the Powers family:
I want to say that Mel is in my prayers. I worked for Mel in the early 80's at the Power buildings in Clear Lake for his Title Company. Still after all of these years you could not ask for a better boss. I cared deeply for Mel and still see him look at me shake his head and say Kelledy!!! I have alot of fond memories of his taking the office to Jason's for a drink after work. Mel will always be in our hearts forever. I know he is sitting on a yacht and enjoying the water somewhere,. Goodbye Mel take care!!! Donna Kelledy-Accardo
Sabine
October 16, 2010
I am so sorry to hear of your loss especially beeing on the phone with you a few days before you passed away. For me you are not gone you are just gone ahead as you always did. You are in my heart, thoughts and prayers. Love you. My deepest sympathy for the Powers family and his closest friends jan and Phillip
Arnold Herschkowitz
October 14, 2010
MLP, another Houston legend now gone. To say you had an interesting and full life in your time here on Earth is certainly an understatement. May you RIP! I met you back in 1967 at Willowick with Candace and the girls. Hard to believe it was 43 years ago.
Howard Horton
October 14, 2010
Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.
Alita Gail Hall
October 12, 2010
There will only be one MLP. And as Tina Turner would say "Simply the Best....". A piece of me is gone. A round of hugs to all who loved him.
October 12, 2010
We are so sorry to hear that Mel has passed away.
He will always have a special place in our hearts.
Our thoughts & prayers go out to the Powers Family.
May he rest in peace.
Roger, Chayenne-Laura
John Tex
Heidi and Martha
(Olten / Arlesheim, Switzerland)
October 12, 2010
God forgive us all… because each and every one of us have done things that we were not even very proud of! As one of Mel's tailors for 20+years, :(I'm sure he had several:), I can say, "he was very good to me". Worked me like crazy sometimes... had some of the craziest ideas about making a leather garment, however, I managed to come thru and loved every minute of it; treated me, my kids and family with much love and respect; me, always rushing…did not stop by the house, just to say hello when he ran across my mind early last week and for that I am so very sorry. I'm gonna miss you my friend… ~Valentine~
Ed Martin
October 11, 2010
My deepest conedolences to the Powers family. Mel was a great guy, may he rest in peace.
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