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Paul Powers Obituary

Paul J. Powers, 85

WORCESTER - Paul J. Powers, 85, of Worcester, passed away Tuesday, December 11, 2018.

Paul was born in Worcester, son of John J. and Mary J. (Joyce) Powers and lived in Worcester all his life.

He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Anne "Nancy" (Haran) Powers; his children, John P. Powers and his wife Sandra, Mary T. Cleary and her husband John, James E. Powers, Joseph P. Powers, all of Worcester, Michael Powers and his wife Christine of Paxton, and Thomas M. Powers of Nashua, N.H.; fourteen grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. He also leaves his brother, Philip J. Powers of Shrewsbury and several nieces and nephews.

Paul was predeceased by his son Paul J. Powers Jr., his grandson James A. Powers, and his brother John Powers.

Paul was a graduate of St. Stephen's High School in Worcester and attended Assumption College.

Paul was a Navy Veteran of the Korean War. He was an employee of Verizon for 35 years.

Paul was a member of St. Joan of Arc Parish in Worcester and Christ the King Parish in Mashpee.

At St. Joan of Arc, Paul was a Lector and Eucharistic minister. He was a member of the First Friday Club, a Knight Grand Cross of the Equestrian Order of the Holy Sepulchre of Jerusalem, a board member of Green Hill Park Coalition, a board member of AllCom Credit Union, a past president of the Ancient Order of Hibernians-Division 36, and a member of the Preservation and Historical Societies, the Veterans of Foreign Wars, the American Legion and Bell Retirees Association.

Calling hours are Sunday, December 16, from 2 to 5 p.m. at the Athy Memorial Home, 111 Lancaster St., Worcester. The funeral will be held on Monday, December 17, from the funeral home with a Mass at 10:30 a.m. in Our Lady of Czestochowa Church, 34 Ward St., Worcester. Burial will be in St. John's Cemetery, Worcester.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Food for the Poor Program at St. John's Church, 44 Temple St., Worcester, MA 01604.

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Published by Worcester Telegram & Gazette from Dec. 12 to Dec. 16, 2018.

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Brian McCarthy

December 6, 2020

Paul was a great friend, a fantastic neighbor and a true family man. I often admired his kindness and thoughtfulness. He is missed by me and many others. May God watch over him.

Jennifer Beaudreau

January 18, 2020

I just happened to be thinking about your wonderful family today and found this online. I am very saddened to hear that Paul passed away. It has been several years since I have seen you all. I still have the beautiful claddagh necklace he gave me from Ireland. My dad (Paul Beaudreau) will be very sad to hear of his passing. Our family sends all of you our condolences , peace and hugs. Paul was like a second father to me at one point and I loved spending time with him, Nancy and of course Joe. God bless all of you. Oxox

December 16, 2018

Dear Nancy and Family, Jim and I are so sorry and sad about Paul's death. I remember his smile which lit up any room he entered. May the memories that you built together and with the family surround you with his love and give you peace and comfort at such a sad time.

Peg and Jim McDermott

Tim Gill

December 15, 2018

Dear Nancy and family, I am sorry for your loss! My thoughts and prayers go out to you all in this time of grieving. May the grace of God shine upon you in the upcoming days, and know that Paul is at rest and at peace. Look fondly upon the memories of him, and cherish the time he had with you. I always enjoyed seeing my "Powers" cousins, they made me feel welcome. God bless you all!

December 15, 2018

Mrs Powers, Jimmy and Family : I am so sorry to hear of your loss. May your memories help guide you through this difficult time .

Lori D'Onofrio

December 14, 2018

Mrs. Powers , Jim and family,
All I can say is..I'm so sorry! Thinking of you!

Lynne Bishop

brian mccarthy

December 14, 2018

He was a dear friend, a neighbor of many years and an active citizen and watch dog for Green Hill park. He NEVER said no to anyone who asked for his assistance. He would think for a second or two and reply "yes, I can do that". I will miss him dearly and pray that the wind is always at his back and the sun shines upon his face.

Your family was fortunate to have him for a long time. Indeed, The world was lucky to have him. God Bless you

Barbara Garbarczyk

December 14, 2018

So sorry for your loss. Sending prayers...

Deb Joyce

December 14, 2018

A life well done....wishing you peace and eternal rest.

December 14, 2018

The Cape walks, biking, sailing, clamming, flights and fine dining with exquisite views from the deck everything the Cape has to offer I was able to enjoy with you, Nancy and family.

The dinner stories could only be told from someone born and raised in Worcester. The unwitting nightclub safe heist, preparing to ditch a Navy cargo plane and being allowed to take the controls of that Navy cargo plane without formal training. Moose Mulligan must have had a lot of belief in you.

The wonderful memories enjoyed with you will never fade.

You were an absolute joy to share time with and I will be grateful.

Your most precious gift to me was Mary, your daughter and our exceptional boys.

Love ya PP.

Your loving son-in-law John Cleary

Joe & Mary Jane Martocci

December 13, 2018

Nancy, So sorry for your loss. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.. We are sure God will take very good care of Paul.

December 13, 2018

The Cape, the two-step, skiing and singing with Fr. Mahoney, the crossword, Spags, wooden boat on Lake Quinsig, Sundays with Sis and Phil, the humor, the old door trick that never got old, the rowboat, the weekend outdoor outings, Sunday dinners, sitting on the deck, the hugs the great love you had for mom, love for your family, YOU.
Love ya, dad. Love ya, Grandpa.

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