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Freddy Powers Obituary
Powers, Sr.
1931 - 2016
Freddy Dale Powers, Sr., 84, of Perdido Key, FL passed away Tuesday, June 21, 2016.
Legendary singer/songwriter Freddy Powers holds many BMI and CMA Awards. He served in the Korean War 1947-1952 in the Criminal Investigation Division.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Roy and Mary Powers; brothers, Wallace, Don and Jerry Powers; sisters, Mary Lou Butler and Susie Middleton.
Freddy is survived by his wife, Catherine Allen Powers; five children, Joni Cato, Nanci Barns, Patsy Clark, Freddy II and Karen Finkie; ten grandchildren; three great grandchildren; sister, Norma Marlowe; many nieces and nephews.
Military Honors and Final Roast will be 2:00pm Thursday, July 28, 2016 at the Flora-Bama Worship on the Water with Clergy Dan Stone and Joe Brantley. He will be cremated. Additional Services will be Nashville, TN and Austin, TX dates and times to be announced later.
Honorary Pallbearers will be James Finkie, Jake Brown, Joe Gilchrist, Chris Newberry, Pat McCann and Freddy Powers, III.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to gofundme.com/freddypowers
The Powers Family would like to thanks to nurses Diane and Tina form Covenant Care, Flora-Bama family and Freddy Powers fans over the world.
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Memories and Condolences
for Freddy Powers
Jody Peterson
June 19, 2021
Hey Fred...Reno remembers you well as the 'Ambassador of Good Will' at the Eldorado and the first time Merle played "I Always Get Lucky With You'... I heard it! God Bless your journey Freddy!
Bobby Green
June 18, 2021
I was a 22 year old bouncer at the commercial hotel in Elko Nevada.Freddie used to play gigs there and there were a few times I was called to remove a troublemaker or two from the lounge. He very quickly befriended me and we had some good times. He was a great guy and very talented. I was sorry to hear of his passing. God bless Freddie and his family!
Lawrence Marshall
May 16, 2019
Wow just now realized that you are not here Thanks for the Memories and all the good times at Village Inn and after school parties really enjoyed meeting you and Stu and the band and enjoyed the Roadie work rest in peace my friend love to your family your acquaintance Lawrence
Chuck Ensor
April 27, 2017
Didn't know alot about you . But, What I do know is remarkable!
Chuck Ensor
April 27, 2017
Didn't know alot about you . But, What I do know is remarkable!
Bob 'doctorhugo' Weiss
July 20, 2016
Freedy - you may be gone, but are not forgotten by we who appreciated your musical creativity through the years. RIP
Cynthia Adams
July 3, 2016
Prayers of comfort and peace for sweet Catherine. Freddy's family too. Rest in peace Freddy.
June 29, 2016
Dear Catherine and family:
I want to join others in expressing my most sincere condolences for the loss of your beloved husband and friend. Freddy was gifted with a powerful voice and with a talent of making music for the delight of many... I know that losing a loved one is one of the most difficult things to deal with in life, may our Heavenly Father exert of His strength and comfort to you, and help you endure your grief - for He can become your Stronghold... Please accept my sympathy...
Karl Hawkes
June 28, 2016
Catherine my thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.
June 28, 2016
Catherine. My words cannot help much...I did love my friend. Adios Fred.
Andrea
June 27, 2016
Dear Powers Family,
I am so very sorry,
Please accept my heartfelt sympathies and condolences.
May the peace that surpasses all understanding helps as you cope with your loss.
Rosemary Newcomb
June 27, 2016
Catherine and family -- so very sorry to hear of this huge loss. He will greatly be missed. Such a musical talent. Will always remember how wonderful he was to Bob and I.
MA
June 27, 2016
To the family,
I send my condolences. May God give you peace as you cope with your loss.
Aunt CAP & Uncle Freddy
Debra Powers Winans
June 27, 2016
Debra Powers Winans
June 27, 2016
A huge part of my life now gone Thank you for all the wonderful memories Uncle Freddy May you RIP
June 27, 2016
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Kim Carson
June 27, 2016
You were one in a million and an inspiration to us. I loved seeing you each year at Frank Brown. Keep writing those beautiful songs from heaven and send em on down. We'll have pen and paper ready.
Anne Reynolds
June 26, 2016
Catherine, I am no longer able to travel, but I would be there for the funeral if I could. My heart and my prayers will be with you. Sending you all my love. Anniebird...Ane Reynolds
Audra Dison
June 26, 2016
Rest in peace Freddy. Prayers for you Catherine.
Helen Boyd
June 25, 2016
Watched you playing for many years
Rest Freddy you need it
L W
June 25, 2016
I'm deeply sorry for your loss, a wonderful musician. May his music live always in your heart. Jesus said that all the dead shall hear his voice and rise again. May these words fill your heart with comfor, and peace.
Eslie Barbee
June 25, 2016
Rest well Mr Powers
Eslie Barbee
June 25, 2016
Rest well Mr Powers
Richard Haas
June 25, 2016
It's been a bad year for heroes~! May you rest in peace Freddy.
Vanessa
June 25, 2016
Love you both
Vanessa Powers
June 25, 2016
We are heartbroken that we will not get to see and hug Freddy again. We are grateful for the memories we do have and the time we got to spend with him.
Our love and prayers are with you Freddy and with your love Catherine. You will see each other again when the time comes. True love carries on.
Denise Hollenbaugh
June 25, 2016
Dear sweet Freddy with all your talent, kind soul, sense of humor, kindness and friendship...RIP dear one. Catherine, the absolute love of his life and total angel always...much love and many hugs.
Cedric Benoit
June 25, 2016
Enjoy heaven Freddy. Peace my friend.
carlton covey
June 25, 2016
thank you for the great music and good times ,, see you on the other side
Mary Boone
June 25, 2016
I'm so sorry to hear the sad news. My prayers are with you all. The three Amigos are together again, riding their Harleys, drinking beer and playing or listening to great music! Freddie, Bill McDavid and Dan Boone.
Brent Higinbotham
June 25, 2016
He left us a gift of music. He is immortalized in his wonderful songs.
Debra Powers Winans
June 25, 2016
RIP my sweet wonderful talented Uncle. You were so loved and will be missed
J Long
June 24, 2016
A word of comfort.He will actually swallow up death forever,and the true God(Psalms83:18)will certainly wipe the tears from all faces.Isaiah25:8.
Scott Chamberland
June 24, 2016
Rest in Peace
SYLVIA BUSEY
June 24, 2016
MY SISTER AND I BOTH LOVED OUR COUSIN FREDDIE HE WAS A WONDERFUL PERSON. HE WILL BE SO MISSED BY SO MANY. MY PRAYERS GO OUT TO THE FAMILY. SYLVIA AND GLORIA
June 24, 2016
May you spend eternity sing and jammin' with the family!
Lynn
June 24, 2016
My sincere condolences to the Powers family.Draw close to God in prayer during this difficult time..
Fred Burger
June 24, 2016
Freddy and Catherine, knowing you two and getting to hang out at pedernales/spicewood with yawl and the others and play golf and hear some great music has been one of the highlights of my life. God bless you both.
June 23, 2016
No one can prepare you for a loss; it comes like a swift wind. However, take comfort in knowing that he is now resting. My deepest condolences to you and your family. John 6:40.
vicki Rodriguez
June 23, 2016
Such a wonderful soul, with such beautiful and amazing talent. He will be greatly missed, not only by his family but by his fans.... Thank you Catherine for all of the care and love you have given to Uncle Freddy over the years. Your love kept him going, your heart kept him happy. I love you Freddy, once again you shall sing and play your music in Heaven, and be with those who left before you
vicki Rodriguez
June 23, 2016
Such a wonderful soul, with such beautiful and amazing talent. He will be greatly missed, not only by his family but by his fans.... Thank you Catherine for all of the care and ove you have given to Uncle Freddy over the years. Your love kept him going, your heart kept him happy. I love you Freddy, once again you shall sing and play your music in Heaven, and be with those who left before you
June 23, 2016
May family and friends keep the fond memories and good times close in their hearts and minds at this time of deep sorrow. God love and care for you.
Nurse David
June 23, 2016
Your musical talent put the "live" in lively. Its energy will live on.
Harry Simpson
June 23, 2016
Thank you for sharing a part of your life with us. Godspeed.
Denise
June 23, 2016
My thoughts and prayers are with you today. I just lost my mother to Parkinson/Dementia we need to find a cure. You have a seat next to god for all you gave to help and care for your husband.
Broken hearted.
Jack and Mary Anne Healy
June 23, 2016
Our codolences to Catherine and family .
We so enjoyed Freddy's voice and your friendship here in Nevada. The Healy 's
June 23, 2016
My condolences to the family. May God comfort you during this difficult time.
C. N.
June 23, 2016
May the peace God gives help his family, friends and fans to cope with this very sad loss. He will be missed by all.
June 23, 2016
My sincerest condolences to the family and friends. May the God of comfort strengthen you during this difficult time.
Adrian Barnette
June 23, 2016
We'll miss you !
June 23, 2016
Beloveds, Freddy's fine legacy will surely be remembered. I hope to meet him in Paradise. (Luke23:43)
Steve Cochran
June 22, 2016
R.I.P. Freddy.You are free at last.Praying for friends and family.
June 22, 2016
There are two kinds of people in this world...givers and takers. Freddy Powers was a giver. Condolences to his beautiful wife Catherine who thru sickness and health, for richer or poorer, loved her husband as only a devoted wife could. If you have never heard Mr. Powers music give him a listen. It will lighten your burdens. RIP Freddie...you will always be with us and we will miss your presence at the Frank Brown Songwriters Festival.
Deb & Carey Pitts
TS
June 22, 2016
Sorry to learn of his passing, offering my condolence to the family and loyal fans. May God comfort and bless you during this difficult time.
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