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Gregory Powers Obituary
Powers, Sr., Gregory Brabant
left this world too soon on May 24, 2024, at the age of 74 after a short but valiant battle with Cholangiocarcinoma. He was preceded in death by his beautiful son, Joseph Pierce Powers. He was the loving husband of Patricia Purcell Powers, the treasured father of his surviving children, Greg, Jr., Margaret, and Kathleen, and the adored "Buddy" of grandchildren Auggie and Emerson Powers. He is also survived by siblings Pierce, David, Marc, Manette, Christopher, and Dorothy.
Greg grew up in Clayton, MO, and attended Our Lady of Lourdes, St. Louis University High School, and Clayton High School. He was a graduate of St. Louis University. He spent his career as an Insurance Broker, first with the Charles L. Crane Agency, and later with MGI Risk Advisors.
Greg was a founder of the St. Anselm Athletic Association and enjoyed both coaching and refereeing soccer. He was a member of the Parkway School Board from 2005-2008. Greg served as President of the Tennessee Society of St. Louis in 1991.
He was an avid boater who loved nothing more than spending the day with his family cruising on the Mississippi. Greg was proud of his position as the unofficial Mayor of Sunnybrook subdivision.
Services: A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, June 1, at St. Anselm Catholic Church (Priory). Visitation will be from 10-11 at the church, with the Funeral Mass beginning at 11:00. In lieu of flowers, the family would gratefully appreciate donations to Friends of Kids with Cancer in Greg's memory, honoring his brave grandson, Auggie. Rest in peace, our sweet Bon Vivant.
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Memories and Condolences
for Gregory Powers
Joe Hurley
March 22, 2025
It's hard to believe a year has passed. Every time I watch officials walk onto the pitch to work a soccer match, I see Greg Powers there. I often have an urge to go down at half time or when the match is over and ask them if they knew Greg. I'm certain many would say yes and laud him. In my prayers still. Joe Hurley
Patricia Luna
July 9, 2024
I just saw the post, and my heart sunk. Wish I had known. My prayers are with you as you continue your journey. Loved working with you.
Pat Luna
Sandy Walbridge-Dolin
June 9, 2024
Patty, I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my prayers.
Erin Barresi
June 3, 2024
I never saw Mr. Powers in a bad mood, he was always a delight to interact with. Much love to the Powers family
L. David James
June 3, 2024
known Greg since school at lourdes. He is Missed
Stan Viglione
June 1, 2024
Judy and I offer our sincere condolences to Patti and the Powers family. We are so sorry for your loss. When I used to walk the neighborhood, meeting Greg always brought a ray of sunshine to my day! He had a smile and upbeat words for everyone. Sunnybrook will not be the same without him.
Stan & Judy Viglione
The Hogenkamps
May 29, 2024
Patty, Greg, Margaret and KK,
You all are in our thoughts and prayers. Greg was the foundation of our neighborhood. He was quick to greet you at the mailbox with his friendly smile and was always there to lend a tool or help with a task at hand. Our deepest condolences. He will be missed.
Mimi Koon
May 29, 2024
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. The Powers family I will always remember for their kindness and friendship
Marcelle Saunders Saunders
May 28, 2024
God bless you, Greg.
Love, Marcelle
William Corley
May 27, 2024
My condolence to the Powers.
Rita Graham (O´Brien)
May 26, 2024
To the Powers family:
I am so sorry for your loss Greg was such an icon at the St Anselm Athletic Association. He helped us continue the Association when Cathy Troupe and I were in charge and were completely clueless as to what we were doing. He always had an encouraging word and would jump in and referee any game when we were short handed. I remember how much he loved coaching, reffing and mentoring the kids, their parents/grandparents and even the two moms who tried following in his footsteps. He was always so proud of all of you and worked hard to make his community better, which he did with patience and persistence. I will certainly remember him when passing the soccer fields at SAAA and pray your memories and faith are of great consolation
Rita Graham O´Brien
Susan McConnell
May 26, 2024
Dear Patty, Greg Jr., Margaret and KK, what a blessing it has been to be your next door neighbors for over 25 years. Greg was always lending a hand whenever we needed help with something in the house, in the yard or with any of the cars. It was endearing that he always called me Aunt Sue. Greg always praised his family and was a proud father and grandfather. He was courageous and was a wonderful example of how to live his life in spite of the challenges. We will miss seeing him but he will always live in our hearts. God bless your family.
With love,
Sue and Tina
"The Damsels"
Maryann Segal
May 26, 2024
Dorothy, and all members of Greg's family, my condolences.
Tom and Linda Merle OLOL class of 66
May 26, 2024
Sorry for your loss. The Powers Family are very much respected in the Lady of Lourdes Community
Dennis Morrell (soccer referee)
May 26, 2024
I was fortunate to know Greg for the last six years as we roamed the pitch of high school soccer fields across the St. Louis area. He played a role in leading me to grab a whistle and cleats to officiate these matches. I once witnessed him at Westminster at a Spring match while I was officiating another sport at an adjacent field. We worked games the last six years and I always looked forward to just spending time talking with him prior to and at halftime of games. It seems pretty selfish to have wished for more time to spend with him. I think I'll just treasure the moments we spent, grateful to God that we crossed paths.
Robert E Driscoll
May 26, 2024
Greg was loved by everyone he met. Wonderful husband and father who loved life,his wife and family every minute of the day. Life long friend who will be missed. Love you Greg see ya soon. Bob Driscoll
Maureen Graff Jennings
May 26, 2024
This breaks my heart. So glad I got to see him earlier this year. He was like my fourth older brother. Hope he and my brother Tom are enjoying eachother´s company once again
Barry Horn
May 26, 2024
R. I. P.
Claire Chosid
May 26, 2024
Patty, and all the Powers kids. I am beyond comforting words with your loss. I remember Greg's jovial personality, always a greeting with a boisterous "Hello!" I'd see him everywhere- at school or around town. He was a real personality. I can only offer my deepest sympathies, sending healing thoughts to all of you. No doubt you have multitudes of memories to look back upon. My love, Claire
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