Robert Powell Obituary

Bob..you left such a brilliant light of compassion, hope and love to every life you touched. You will be dearly missed.

Bob, you were my rock, my inspiration and I will miss your loving humor and beautiful heart. You gave so much. I will remember you always.

There is a quote that says "Some people enter your life and they quickly go away, some people stay for awhile and leave food prints on your heart" Bob definitely left foot prints in my heart, he was a remarkable man and although I tried many times I could never thank him enough for the help and changes in my life that he helped me make. To his family, I am so sorry for your loss of a loved one, and also thank you for sharing him with the rest of us.

Kathy & Becky, I am so sorry. I have great memories of Bob, as well as your mother and father. You all were such an important part of Spring Grove School and our little town of Galena. My heart goes out to you and also my deepest sympathies. There is a lot to be said for a life well-lived, and from what I've heard and read about Bob, he certainly had such a life.

Bob is the best. He helped me learn to live life with a disorder that has no fixing. He has helped me to live laugh love and grow for over 16 years. The life lessons will continue to help me live a while longer. Carol and family thank you for sharing Bob with so many to allow him to help and bring joy to so many. A trip to PPRH or a UPCC Concert will never happen without him in my fondest thoughts. I pray that one day I can tell him...I got the lesson, applied it my best and the results were so good. My Love to you all

Bob- My heart aches. You were such a wonderful friend & mentor- I will always cherish the wisdom you gave me, the stories you shared and I will hold the memory of your laughter close in my heart. To Carol & to Stella too, my deepest sympathies and much love to you. I know he will be watching over you both.

Carol-Bob was one of a kind. I have a funny story that I will cherish: One day I was driving him to the airport and we got stuck behind some construction vehicles and they were hogging the whole road. At my first chance, I illegally passed all the vehicles and as they honked at us in protest, Bob was smiling and yelling "Power to the People!" Bob was for people...all people...and that is the #1 thing he taught me as I interned under him from 2010-2011. As a pastoral counselor now, if I encounter a challenging case, I sometimes find myself asking, "What would Bob do in this case?" And whatever I knew he would do, I do. I miss you, Bob, but I know I will see you again. Until then, Bob, thank you.

Carol- may God be with you and your loved ones thru this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.

Your presence in my life will be missed. Your smile and laugh will always be with me and the strenght of words will always hold a bond that you left behind for my daughter and my self. Carol my thanks to you, for being in his life you were his world.

I knew him as a child, he was Bobby to me. He must have had such a wonderful life, he will surely be missed a lot. Prayers for your comfort.

This week has been filled with such wonderful memories of Bob: his generous spirit, his fairness, his humor and his love.  

I am far away, in a city dedicated to good times, one that Bob loved, one that I thought I would some day get to share with him.  I would like nothing more than to be at the service tomorrow, in the mountains, with the family Bob cherished above all.  

Instead I am attending a smaller service tonight, at my favorite joint, where some of the finest players in town come together to blow.  There is never a cover charge and the best seat in the place is the one at the video poker machine next to the band.  That's my chair.  If I win I'll know Bob's there with me.  If I lose I'll know he's up to his old tricks and that it's going to require a trip to the Dome.

To Carole and the family Bob loved so dearly,
Bob saved my life and brought me back into the world again! He was the most polite and respectful, yet playful person I have ever met. Thanks to him. I met the man of my dreams and Bob married us 6 months ago in the most touching wedding we could have ever dreamed of having. Carole, he was always a full time supporter and love to you....and doted over all the family including Stella. Our hearts are broken for now: however, we will always have the wonderful memories and the big smile to remember. May the Angels hold him tightly in their wings and let him watch over us now.

All our love and prayers, Al and Martha Hagedorn

He was the most understanding person that I ever knew. He was always there for advice and a shoulder to cry on. I will miss him always.

He was more than a therapist to me, but a person I could turn to when I felt as though I was all alone.

Bob was such a friend to Ed and I. I spoke to him just last week - he called just to say hi. That was the kind of friend - person he was. He would give his time to you - his knowledge, insight and always always with his calm and sincere voice. I will miss him - he left a void that will be hard to ignore!!! He was a gift!!

Remembering Bob fondly. Thoughts and prayers for Carol and family.
Dea and Terry Warhurst

Bob was the first promoter in Colorado to give me a break back in the 90s. He was always so kind and generous to me and my band. He worked very hard for the music scene in Colorado Springs and Woodland Park. Thank you for all the wonderful memories Bob, I will miss you ... Teresa Lynne "Mistress of the Blues"

My memories of this great man spands 70 years. The close friendship we enjoyed as youngsters has only grown stronger. I loved you, Old Buddy!

We met Carol and Bob several years ago as our daughter's future in-laws. We immediately loved them both and were grateful that Robyn would have such loving, caring people as her in-laws. Bob and Robyn shared interests professionally and he was able to give her insight regarding her career goals. Bob was such a kind, thoughtful, caring individual, it was hard not to instantly like this man on a grand scale! I remember the day Haleigh was born and he held her for the first time. With tears in his eyes he looked up and said, "I never thought this would happen in my life time". So full of joy knowing he had the opportunity to know our special granddaughter! It was wonderful to have him in our extended family! Bob, you will be missed tremendously by our entire family. Thoughts, prayers, and hugs to Carol, Dustin, and Robyn with all our love. Nancy, John, Jeffrey, and Grandma Lois

Bob, I will miss your smile, laugh, and your huge, comforting presence here at MHM (same building where Bob saw patients). You were selfless in your dedication to your family, clients, and community and your legacy will live on through the music series, hospital, and the many other community service projects you helped bring to life. You will be sorely missed and remembered fondly.

I have many fond memories of Bob at at our family reunions, he will be missed by many.

Dear Carol and family,
Bob was a dear friend for all our time in Woodland. Kind and loving and smart, he always had answers at so many of our church meetings and he really helped us with the Health fairs. I think his love of music will be the most remembered especially jazz which is the favorite of George. He managed his health concerns for so many years without complaining. Love Always. Jeanne and George

Bob, you were a great brother-in-law and wonderful uncle to our children. You will be sorely missed. You were loved. Dana a Crow (Miami, OK)

We will miss your smiling face and pleasant personality. God bless your gentle soul.

You will always be remembered. You were a wonderful therapist and helped me become what I am today. Thank you Bob.

We are grateful for having Bob as a cousin and cherish many wonderful memories. Our hearts go out to Carol, Dustin, Robyn, Haleigh and the rest of Bob's family. Love always, Sheryl and Stephanie.

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.