Margaret Pearl Powell
Died: March 30, 2006 | Place: London Health Sciences Centre - University Hospital
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A teller of tales . . . a dreamer of dreams.
A fountain of fashion . . . a planner of schemes.
Could this be one person? You think it untrue?
Just look again dear . . . for that person was you!
Look back on your life — take stock of the years,
And all you accomplished through laughter & tears.
Remember the children, how they took your hand?
Remember the stories — adventures you planned?
How you nursed us in sickness and shared in our pain,
No thought of reward — no question of gain.
You were a lady of grace, you stood out in a crowd,
Just count your achievements — be thankful & proud!
You always looked to the future — so much to be done,
The joys to be conquered — love to be won!
Kept building your bridges — planning those schemes,
Remember that you were our weaver of dreams.
POWELL: Peacefully and surrounded by her loving family at London Health Sciences Centre, University Hospital, on Thursday, March 30th, 2006 Margaret Pearl (Babcock) Powell of London in her 81st year. Loving supportive wife of 62 years to T. Ray Powell. Nurturing mother of Tom (Angie), Chris (Kathy), Lynne (Rick Smith), Lisa and Lianne. Predeceased by her much loved daughter-in-law Joanne (1998). The friendship she shared will be missed by her grandchildren Cheryll, Amanda, Daryll (Lindsay), Karrie, Kim (Kent Smith), Laura, Madison and Mason. And extremely fond friend of granddogs Pearl and Annie. Great grandma to Hanna, Marissa, Tyler and Abby. Cremation has taken place. A service to celebrate Pearl’s life will be held in the chapel of the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London on Monday, April 03, 2006 at 1:30 p.m. As an expression of sympathy memorial donations may be made to the charity of your choice. On line condolences accepted at www.amgeorgefh.on.ca
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Lisa, it was great getting to know you at the Manulife End-2-End training. My impression is that you approach work, family and friends with vigor – that is called life. Such impressions on others are made by very few – your parents partnership for over 62 years must have played a very large part in that.
My sympothy goes out to you, your family and friends as well as my congratulations – there is a true family that surrounds all of you – be proud – be strong – and most of all pass it on.
Bruce King
Lisa,
My thoughts are with you and your family.
See you soon.
Ray
Dear Lisa:
My thoughts are with you.
You are a strong woman and we will get through this together as friends do.
See you soon.
Elizabeth
Ray:
You have my sincerest sympathy in the passing of your wife. I have may fond memories of my years of working at the 2×4 restauraant.
Ray, if there is anything you need, please call
Bill Weekley 936-4500 0r my email wennbill@rogers.com
My Deepest Sympathies
Dear Brother Ray and family.
I dare not say I know how you feel, for we all have our own way of handling such traumatic situations. I can however say I have some idea, for it has been 17 years since I said farewell (NOT goodbye)to my dearest wife May, for I firmly believe we wILL meet again. Even when sending or receiving e mail messages she is aways with me, for in the address~~MAYHERN her name May comes first, the H is for Huntley and then comes Ern (me).
It is at such times family ties must be strengthened in order to support each other. I talk to May throughout every day to keep her in touch with the `goings on’, even though I firmly beleive she already knows.
And I am not ashamed to say that very often the tears still fall freely.
My thoughts a prayers are with you all.
Forever Aye
Ernie
I was sorry to hear of Aunt Pearl’s passing. Since the death of her sister Doris, my Nana, Aunt Pearl always left me with a sense of where I came from. Her no nonsense attitude and strong presence was a source of inspiration for me. Aunt Pearl was always able to put a smile on my face regardless of what circumstances brought us together. I will miss her very much. Please know that my thoughts are with all of you.
Stephanie
We are in Palm Desert, California and learned from the London Free Press on line about Pearl’s death. Cathy Hendren also sent us a message about this sad event.
We send our sincere sympathy to the whole Powell family.
It is a sad moment but all of your lives are filled with happy memories.
Our sincere sympathy from Nanaimo BC. Sorry we cannot offer our condolences in person. Margaret and Ernie Roberts
Dearest Lisa – So sorry to hear the news of your mother’s death. My heartfelt sympathy and thoughts are with you and your family. Love Pat
We wish to express our condolences to you Ray and your family. We always enjoyed visiting with Pearl. Her enthusiasm was caughting.
Deepest sympathy,
Don & Donna Webster 33o
I came into your family when Lianne was a young child. I was just 18 then and had just moved away from home. You all lived on Richmond Street then. I basically was her nanny. Lianne and I have met again in our adult lives and have enjoyed our talks. I had also had the pleasure of talking to Pearl again a few years back. I am so saddened to read this mornings newspaper that she had passed. Thinking of all of you with deepest sympathy and hoping special memories of your mom will be a source of comfort.
Chris, Kathy and the Powell Family
We were very sad to hear of Pearl’s passing. She was part of our lives for many years, especially many years ago when we were all children. There are many very fond memories of times spent at your home on Richmond Street. She was a very special person and made us all feel like special people when we were young. The years have separated us in many ways, but our thoughts and prayers are always with you and yours. We are very sorry that we will be unable to be with you in your time of such saddness. Our best to you all.
Ray and Family. I am sorry that I am not able to be with you to celebrate Pearls life, but I would like you to know that I am with you in spirt. My God shine His love on you all.
To T.Ray and Family, we are thinking of you.
Bob & June
To the Powell Family,
You are all in my prayers. I will be thinking of you on Monday…I regret that I cannot be there for the service. I have no doubt it will be thoughtful. Sincere condolences are being sent your way.
Elizabeth
Ray : I was very sorry to hear about the loss of your wife,Margaret. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
With my deepest sympathy.
God Bless you and all your family, T. Ray. Carole and I are thinking of you.
Lisa,
My thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
Krystina
Lynne, I am very sorry to hear about your mom. My thoughts are with you at this time of sorrow.
With Sympathy
Sue
I just want you to know that my thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult period.
Andrew
I was so sorry to hear of Pearl’s death. I have known her since she joined the Celiac Association. I always enjoyed talking to her and remembered about her trip to Cartagena a few years ago. It was so hot there and I know she hadn’t really enjoyed it. My husband and I had gone there at a different time of year – when it was not so hot – I loved it and recommended it to her. However, we did stay at a different hotel. We always appreciated Pearl’s support to the Celiac Association and I personally enjoyed her company. She certainly will be missed.
Bev Egan