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Elliott Powers Aug. 12, 1928-May 8, 2007. Colonel (retired) Elliott Powers passed from this life on May 8, 2007 in Colorado Springs, Colorado at the age of 78 after gallant fight against cancer, with his loving family at his side. He was born August 8, 1928 in Chanute, Kansas to Alex and Elizabeth (Graves) Powers. Elliott retired from the United States Air Force after serving 30 years as a Pilot. After his distinguished military career he was a respected lawyer in Colorado Springs, Colorado. A member of ALPHA and the Shriners. He married Rosie Newman on July 4th 1947. Elliott is survived by wife Rosie, two sons Arlandas and Ellix and Granddaughter Ashley Powers. Visitation will be at Memorial Gardens Funeral Home Chapel on Monday May 14, 2007 from 4:00-7:00, 3825 Airport Road, Colorado Springs, Colorado 80910. Funeral services will be Tuesday May 15, 2007,at 10:00 A.M. at Sunnyside Christian Church, 2025 North Murray Blvd., with internment at Memorial Gardens Cemetery with full Military Honors. Memorial donations can be made in his name at Ent Federal Credit Union.

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Published by The Gazette on May 13, 2007.

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Quentis Scott

May 7, 2024

It´s been a while since you been gone. I miss you Uncle. RIP

Quentis Scott-Adams

May 7, 2023

Missing you Uncle RIP, along with Auntie.

Philip J Penn

March 8, 2021

My fond memories of the Powers family, Elliott, Ellix go back to the 1960's stationed at Otis AFB . . . my condolences on your loss, my father passed in 1999. He served with your father. May they both rest in peace.

Quentis Scott

May 26, 2019

You were one of the strongest people I ever knew. Thanks for being good to me and for all the great conversations and for being so much fun! You said I was like a daughter to you, and you were like a Dad to me. I will miss you taking me to the Tuskeegee Airman ball. I miss you Uncle. You were the best. RIP

Charles H Murdaugh SR

May 22, 2007

You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Dr W M. Murphy PhD

May 22, 2007

On Behalf of the Ancient And Accepted Rite of Freemasons, Northern Jurisdiction Prince Hall Affiliation Incorporated- United Supreme Council, We extend our sincere sympathy to the family and friends, and to our brethren all over the face of the globe; over the loss of our Brother and Grand Inspector General; Elliott Powers. Ours is a lesser fraternity without him and we will go forward and do good things in his name. - Illustrious W Michael Murphy, Deputy at Large for the Council.

SGIG W Michael Murphy 33º

May 22, 2007

We will all miss our departed friend and brother, Elliott and take solace in knowing the suffering ends here, and the homegoing is a prelude to a joyous reunion with those who are awaiting us. God Bless the family as they deal with the loss of physical presence and companionship of our brother, but I know that he will be with you and all of us, in spirit and in love, in the days and years to come.

Sidney Thomas

May 21, 2007

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Harry & Edith Jernigan

May 18, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Althea Williamson

May 17, 2007

Mrs. Rosie,
May the Lord give you strength during this difficult time. I negotiated claims with Elliott when I worked at State Farm in Pueblo. He was always a pleasure to work with. Our family extends our condolences to you and your family. God bless you!!

Brenecia Wilkerson

May 16, 2007

Ms. Rosie,

My prayers and thoughts are with you. I know that God will be with you every step of the way. Elliott will always be remembered.

FAR EAST COMMANDERS OF THE RITE 33RDS OFFICERS & MEMBERS

May 15, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

DR & Sam Johnson

May 15, 2007

Ms Rosie,you have our deepest sorrows in this time of great loss to all of us.Elliott was a great man in his own rite.He will be greatly missed by all of us.We love you dearly

David and Isabel Cisneros

May 14, 2007

Rose,
Our Condolences and prayers are with you.

wylma bradshaw

May 14, 2007

Gerald and I will surely miss Elliott. We've had many of laughs together over the years

May God bless you Rosie and your family

Gerald and Wylma Bradshaw

Posie Barker

May 14, 2007

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.

Carl Younger

May 14, 2007

Elliott was a caring and thoughtful
man who over the past twenty years
always had the time to listen and
assist when needed.He will be missed. Our prayers are with him
on his next journey.

The Younger and Lamosao Families

We love you. John, Scotty and Quentis

Quentis Scott

May 13, 2007

Uncle Elliot, I know you told me not to be sad when you're gone so I apologize that all I've seemed to do since I heard is cry. Just talking to Aunt Rosie the other day, I could hardly get a word out.
It's going to be so hard not hearing your voice anymore, so
I hope that you will watch over me. Although I can't see you or hear you, I know you will be here somewhere because you always keep
your promises. Looks like I gotta put on my happy face to hide the pain, just like when Mommy and Danny died. I just wanted to say once again how much we all love you and how much we will miss you. There will never be another "Uncle Elliott".

Rest in peace sweetie. I'll think of you always.

Love eternally, your neice Doll

May 13, 2007

Elliott was a very compassionate and caring man. He could be a good listener in times of need.

Our thoughts are with his family and loved ones.

He will be missed.

Delia Armstrong-Busby and family

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