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Gay Powers Obituary
Lansing, Mi; formerly of Sharon, TN
Gay E. Powers, 81, of Lansing, Michigan passed away September 19, 2014. He was born June 14, 1933 in Sharon, Tennessee to the late Charlie and Lois (Edwards) Powers. He proudly served in the United States Army, stationed in Germany. After his years of service, Gay became the owner and operator of Powers Motor Sales in 1955 and "Anytime Anywhere" taxi service.
Gay was preceded in death by his parents and 8 of his brothers. Surviving to cherish his memory are his wife, Joyce Powers; sons, Brian (Raquel) Powers, Robin (Kristin) Powers, and Shane (Julie) Powers; grandchildren, Taylor Beck, Orion, Alina, Sydney, and Storm Powers; three brothers; and one sister.
A funeral service will be held at 11:00 AM on Thursday, September 25, 2014 at Messiah Lutheran Church, 5740 Holt Rd, Holt, MI 48842. The family will receive friends for visitation on Wednesday, September 24, 2014 from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM and 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, Lansing Chapel, 900 E. Michigan Ave., Lansing, MI 48912.
The family is being served by Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, Lansing Chapel. Condolences and memories may be shared with the family at www.grlansing.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Gay Powers
Kelly Noecker
October 22, 2014
R.I.P Gay, I will always remember the times you made me laugh and the amazing stories you had to tell!
JW and Kevin Elliott
September 30, 2014
I send this message of condolences on behalf of my father (JW) and myself to express our heartfelt sympathy on the passing of Gay. I remember well all the good times and laughter we shared. May God bless your family and friends in this time loss.
September 25, 2014
Frederick J. Blackmond
Eric & Laura Larson
September 25, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers are with each and every one of you during this very sad, and difficult time! We are so very sorry for your loss! May God be with you, comfort you, and give you strength! Sending our love to all!
karen powers
September 25, 2014
Aunt Joyce and family;
Sending or deepest condolences to you and all those that new and loved uncle gay. Sending all our love your way!
Karen Powers (Nate's widow) and sons Nate Jr and Anthony Powers.
Amber Pearson
September 25, 2014
R.I.P
Judy Pollard
September 24, 2014
You all have meant so much to me for many years. There are so many stories and memories that will never be forgotten. Take care of each other and know that I am thinking of all of you. Gob bless you and love to you all.
Kristina Powers
September 24, 2014
Sending love and prayers to all my family. Not able to make this trip, but everyone of you are in my thoughts and prayers. From Kristina, Brad, Rylee, Peyton, and Kaiti.
Jen Eacker
September 24, 2014
We are so sorry for your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with your entire family. Mike, Jen and Paige
Shane Locke
September 24, 2014
Sorry to hear of Gay`s passing. My thoughts are with your family.
The Crowell's
September 24, 2014
Aunt Joyce, The Boys and their families: There are no words that we can use to ease the pain of losing such a man, husband, father, grandpa... He was special to me. I loved the pictures online. I have seen him sleeping on the couch that way so many times growing up. In each picture, I could see a resemblance to a different brother. We were not able to make the trip to express our love in person. Yet, we are there in your hearts.
All of our love,
Larry, Penny, Alex (and family), Wynter, Spenczar and Ronan
Wayne Troutt
September 23, 2014
So sorry for your loss, he was a good man and a good cousin. He will be missed.
Kathi Powers Bolton
September 23, 2014
Joyce, Brian,Robin and Shane,
So sorry for your loss! Uncle Gay was always one of my favorite uncles! I remember the visits to tennessee and the times ya'll stayed at our house. My family and I are unable to attend the service but our thoughts and prayers are with you. I know that daddy and Gay are now together, catching up on things and reliving memories of the past!!
September 23, 2014
So sorry to hear of your loss I'll be keeping you in my prayers asking God to give you all the strength you need to get you through this sad time in your lives.God Bless all of you. Your long time neighbor of 42 years Becki Dodge
patty buycks
September 23, 2014
I have always felt like I was a powers my heart is broke for the loss of gay I have many fond memories of him growing up in the family you will be missed gay u were the best....love patty ann
Staci powers
September 23, 2014
Aunt Joyce my thoughts and prayers are with you, the boys and their families Uncle Gay will be truly missed and always in my heart. I got to spend a lot of time with him over the years with business and pleasure. I'm going to miss seeing him pull in our driveway on Wednesday to pick up dad to go to the auction. Uncle Gay I love you and Will Always Miss you!
September 23, 2014
My deepest sympathy on the loss of your husband and father and grandfather. Was always nice to see him in church. May he reset in God's arms.
Joesph Craig
September 23, 2014
To Joyce And Family Sorry For Your Lost He Was Like A Second Dad To Me Always Saying Jokes Making Me Laugh I Remember All The Good Times I Remember When Brian And I Went To Florida He Paid For Our Hotel So I Would Have Spending Money And The Fun That We Had When We Went To The Horse Track .We Love You And We Will Miss You You Were A Great Person You Are In Our Thoughts And Prayers Love Always Joe And Linda Craig
Martha McDowell
September 23, 2014
Wish we were there to hug you. So very sorry for your loss. Peace be with you all. With love, George & Martha McDowell
Harry (Ken) Craig
September 23, 2014
So sorry for your loss! My thoughts and prayers are with you!
Darren Beland
September 23, 2014
Mr. Powers took me fishing when I was in the sixth grade and it was the first time I had ever fished. I remember him as he always made me and the people around him laugh.
Ken & Louise Powers
September 22, 2014
We send our deepest sympathy for your loss. Our prayers are with you all.
David Powers
September 22, 2014
Love
Joyce Powers-Pearson
September 22, 2014
Forever in our hearts!!
Michelle Powers
September 22, 2014
So sorry for your loss, you will be in my prayers.
Mike and Ann Powers
September 22, 2014
To Joyce and family : Our prayers and thoughts are with you all. Gay will be missed dearly by by everyone who knew him.
September 22, 2014
Uncle Gay you will be missed by so many. I Love You Sheri Kay
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