Laura Powers

Laura Theresa (Arrigoni) Powers 1918-2011 Entered into eternal rest on July 6, 2011. Laura was a first generation San Franciscan residing in Eureka Valley and Noe Valley for 87 years. Laura was a loving and caring homemaker for her late husband, John Joseph Powers. They were married 60 years. Laura was active with ARC parents (Aide Retarded Children), Louise Lombard PTA Auxiliary and Vice President of the Parents' Auxiliary for the Janet Pomeroy Center (formerly the Recreation Center for the Handicapped). Laura received the "Abundant Life Award" in 2000 as a role model of excellent parenting and service of 40 years to the Center which aides all handicapped children and adults. In describing the Abundant Life, Romans 12, Verse 7 states: "He whose gift is practical service, let him/her give of oneself to serving." Laura was a gracious woman who has greatly made an impact on many lives. Her example has encouraged many other parents and has endeared her to friends and family. Her hospitality was extended to all with Italian meals, fun and caring conversations. Her children Gail, Jack, Kathy and Jimmy honor her as the ideal mother who shaped their lives through love, freedom and acceptance. Laura and Jack belonged to a Valley Club of close friends and entertained them often. Laura was active in the Eureka Valley Senior Center for 30 years. At age 63, Laura took up golf which she enjoyed for 15 years. For the past few years, Laura enjoyed residing at the Magnolia of Millbrae where she had many friends. She was entertained by many activities and performances of musicians. Laura preferred classical music. Her family is extremely grateful to the Magnolia staff who took excellent care of her. Loving daughter of the late Teresa and Ugo Arrigoni. Caring sister of the late Blandina, Emily, Oreste, Carlo, Hugo, Lina, Evelyn, Anita and Charlie Arrigoni. Devoted wife of the late John Joseph Powers. Beloved mother of Gail Sacco, (Stephen); John Powers, Jr. (Karen); Kathleen Nevin, (Michael); and Jimmy Powers. Special Grandmother to Theresa Sacco, Paula Nickerson, Stephanie Sacco, Laura Monterosso, Jack Powers, Katie Giller, Jim Powers, Michael Nevin, Michelle Nevin Levine and Timothy Nevin. Laura was a Great Grandmother to 18 great grandchildren. Friends may visit 4-9pm Mon July 11, 2011 and are invited to attend a Vigil Service 7pm at DUGGAN'S SERRA MORTUARY, 500 Westlake Ave Daly City. Funeral Mass will be celebrated Tues July 12, 2011 10am at St. Philip the Apostle 725 Diamond St., San Francisco (Diamond and Elizabeth Sts). Donations are appreciated in Laura Powers name and can be sent to the Janet Pomeroy Center, 207 Skyline Blvd., San Francisco, Calif 94132.