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Jennifer Powers Obituary
Jennifer Fredell Powers, age 67, passed away on September 23rd in Middletown after a very hard fought battle with ALS. Born on June 2nd, 1957 in Paris, France, Jennifer was known for her sweet, kind, and loving nature. Jennifer graduated from Portland High School in 1975 and furthered her education at Stone College. She dedicated over three decades to Northeast Utilities, and subsequently worked at First Light and Equipower, showcasing her commitment and expertise in her field. Beyond her professional life, Jennifer cherished countless summers at her Rhode Island beach house, clamming, boating, and relaxing by the pond with her sons Ryan and Nicholas, friends and family, but especially her beloved husband, Don, of which she was married to for 46 years. Her greatest pleasure in life was being a Gigi to her granddaughter Rhys, whom she absolutely adored. She loved spoiling her with new "surprises" whenever she would come to visit. An avid reader and cook, she found joy in the simple pleasures of life, as well as bringing people together whether it be for holiday dinners, Christmas parties, or inviting the neighborhood over for her famous clam chowder on the deck. Jennifer is survived by her husband Donald N. Powers; son, Ryan N. Powers; and granddaughter, Rhys C. Powers. She was preceded in death by her parents, Arthur I. and Virginia L. Fredell and her son Nicholas A. Powers. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the ALS Association in memory of Jennifer, honoring her compassionate spirit.
Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, October 8th at 11 a.m. in the Portland Memorial Funeral Home, 231 Main St., Portland. Friends may call at the funeral home on Monday, October 7th from 4 to 6 p.m. Burial will be private.
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Bernie Jarzabek
October 27, 2024
Don. I am so sorry to hear about Jenny`s passing. knowing that she´s in a better place and not having to go through this anymore gives me some peace and hope it does you as well. I very much enjoyed spending time with both of you and was always amazed and impressed by how much you both meant to one another.
Rick Santostefano
October 9, 2024
And death came to her like an untimely frost upon the most beautiful flower in the valley.
Carole Lombard
October 8, 2024
I´m so sorry to hear about Jenny. She was such a sweet, wonderful person. She was always a great friend and would go out of her way to make someone feel welcome. I will miss her. My thoughts and prayers are with her family at this time.
Jennifer and Bill Hutton
October 8, 2024
I am so sorry for your loss, I just heard today of Jenny´s passing. We had just texted in August as she always remembered my birthday that Rhy´s now shares. My husband Bill worked with Jenny at First Light and Equipower, and then I stole her over to Prudential. She was just an amazing person, friend, mom and grandma. She will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and love are with you all.
Wioletta White
October 8, 2024
This is absolutely heartbreaking. I just heard of Jenny´s passing an hour ago and I am still in shock. I reached out to her on September 27th asking if she would join Gene, Carole and myself for dinner next week. We all worked together at FirstLight and then EquiPower. I even rented your RI beach house a couple of times. I still can´t believe this and I am so sad I didn´t have a chance to say goodbye and pay my final respects. Rest in peace my beautiful lady. You will be greatly missed.
Rick Ferguson
October 7, 2024
Don and family
So sorry to hear about Jennifer's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Rick and Sandi Ferguson
Bill Salinsky
October 7, 2024
Donald,
Donald, sorry to hear about the passing of Jennifer. She was a great person and through all the years from Jr High on, you could not think of you without thinking of Jennifer. My prayers are with you , Ryan and family. RIP Jennifer.
Jennifer Tellone
October 4, 2024
Don and family , I´m so sorry to hear of Jenny passing. She was a beautiful soul that will continue to live in Rhys! If you need anything just knock on my door! Love Jen Tellone
Denny and Debbie Heffernan
October 4, 2024
Donald and family-We were so sad to read of Jenny´s recent passing. She was a woman who was so kind to all. She will be missed. Our sincere condolences to you.
Chuck Vannoy
October 3, 2024
Donald & Family
My thoughts and prayers to both families during this difficult time. May she rest in peace.
Chuck Vannoy
Joe and Karen Labbadia
October 2, 2024
Donald, Ryan and family,
we were very sorry to hear of Jennie's passing. May your wonderful years together amd memories made help to heal your loss.
Rick Santostefano
September 30, 2024
My condolences to the Powers and Fredell families. Jennifer was a sweet person who I knew from Central School to Portland High. RIP.
Skip Billian
September 30, 2024
Donald:
I know it´s a cliche, but words really can´t describe how terribly sorry I was to hear about Jenny. Over the years, I have continued to think of you and Jenny often and fondly. We had some great times together back in the day. It was always easy to see how much Jenny meant to you, and how much you meant to her. I am sure that your love for her only deepened over the years. I hope you find comfort in all the good memories you shared with her.
Skip Billian
Beth and Dennis Rau
September 30, 2024
Dear Donald and Ryan , words cannot convey what our hearts are feeling ,so just know you are in our prayers and thoughts constantly at this time . Donald, no wife could feel as loved as you loved her and Ryan you were the center of her heart . We love you guys .
Elaine Dodge
September 30, 2024
Words fail me...Jen was one of the nicest, kindest people I´ve ever met. We worked at NU/Eversource at the same time. It was a pleasure to see her smiling face, and, her smile was a beautiful part of her. God bless her and her family.
Johanna Kerr
September 30, 2024
To Jenny's family: I am so sorry to hear this very sad news about beautiful, sweet and caring Jenny passing away. I worked with her for many years at Northeast Utilities and she was always upbeat, with a smile on her beautiful face and a joy to know. May you find comfort in beautiful memories of this lovely lady and know she's at peace with the Angels in Heaven. My deepest sympathy and prayers go out to all who knew and loved Jenny.
Johanna Kerr
Eunice WISEMAN
September 30, 2024
Memories of being neighbors!
Will never forget arriving home from a trip on New Years Eve and being invited to your home to celebrate! So kind.
May Jennifer be at peace.
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