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This memorial website was created in memory of our loved one, Joel Powers, 30, born on August 10, 1983 and passed away on November 26, 2013. We will remember him forever.

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Valerie Spinale
August 10, 2017
August 10, 2017
My sweet Joel, How do i even begin to explain how much my heart hurts. There are no words. You would have been a big 34 and growing into another chapter of your life. Oh how i would have loved to see what that would have been. So now all i have are the memories, very precious ones like today on your birthday and my first moment of seeing you and holding you for the first time. We have had so many great funny times together. Sure we had some tough ones too! But every day you'd put on that beautiful smile and do your best to up build those around you. I have dreams about you often, its euphoric when i see you in my dream. We all miss you so much sweetheart and i love you more than anything in this world. I will hold you in my heart to my last breath...until we meet again by the mercy of God, i know you are in safely resting in His hands....Love, mama <3
Valerie Spinale
August 22, 2021
August 22, 2021
Joel I'm missing you more than words can express. My heart ache's constantly for you. Its been so long since I've seen you or heard your voice, your laugh, and the way you were a ray of sunshine when you walked in. Always joking and trying to make everyone smile. We all miss and love you more than ever. You'll always stay in my heart forever... Love, mama <3
Denise Marie
November 26, 2017
November 26, 2017
Joel u are forever missed and loved I had the privilege of watching u grow and u forever changed my life not a day goes by that I don't think of u and think of watching all grow u have been a part of my family for years and I am forever grateful for u and u are missed everyday and loved even more xoxoxo RIP
Scott Thomson
August 10, 2017
August 10, 2017
So many times we think about you and miss you. Today would've been your birthday. Sometimes It's hard to believe your not with us any longer. We will always miss you bud!
Valerie Spinale
November 27, 2016
November 27, 2016
Jeremy Powers
November 25 at 1:48am ·
Three years ago today I received the worst phone call you could imagine. My older brother called to tell me that one of my other brothers suffered a gunshot wound to the head and would not survive. My brother Joel died the next day. It was the most difficult and shocking circumstances I've ever faced. Still to this day when I think about it, it's just so traumatic and shocking still. Still have so many questions. Still have so many things I wish I said. So many experiences I wish we could have together. I miss my brother terribly, and the only comfort I have is he is truly in a better place and out of the hellish circumstances he was in. Cherish your loved ones, friends, and everyone and everything in general. Appreciate the current highs and even appreciate the lows. When you think you have it bad, there is someone in worse circumstances who wished they had what you have. Tell these people how you feel, because there may come a time when you wish you had. I am thankful for everything I have. And I appreciate every moment. I couldn't ask for anything more, I am completely content and happy with my life. And that's a great feeling. Hope y'all really take this message to heart and tell someone you love them today.
Valerie Spinale
June 10, 2016
June 10, 2016
I sit around and wonder,
and watch the days go by.
I look at all the pictures,
and ask, why did you have to die?
You've always been there for me,
because you were my best friend,
and I was always there for you
until the very end.
But now it's time to let you go,
your spirit now is free.
Even though you won't really be gone,
because you'll live inside of me.
So when we have to leave you
at your resting place,
I will always remember
your smiling face.
This is hardly a goodbye,
so I won't weep anymore,
now you're in a better place
then you ever were before.
Even though I will miss you,
and I will think about you every day
you will always be my best friend,
and that is how it will stay.
Scott Thomson, Joel's best friend <3
Valerie Spinale
December 18, 2014
December 18, 2014
My Precious Joel, i can't even think of words to describe the pain in my heart. It has not gotten easier, its harder each day that passes. The pain just gets stronger. Life is so hard to continue on without you. Your brothers are devastated still. Justin seems like you tore a piece of his heart out. We all just miss you so so much. I do know one thing for sure.. God has a plan for you, and you are in His memory. I will keep you safe in my heart, and nobody can take that away from me. God, Joel.. i just wish you were here so we could show you the love we have for you. I'd give my life for one more day with you. Mama misses and loves you my sweetheart.. forever in my heart Joel, <3
Mom
trisha bolduc matick
November 12, 2014
November 12, 2014
Joel I never met you but ur mom talks all the time about you that you was her right hand and you have a big heart full of love and you make everyone smile sorry we never met but I feel I know ya . So R.I.P JOEL and let the angels treat you with kindness...
Carlos Flores
November 11, 2014
November 11, 2014
love n will b missed by a friend that would ride n die thrue anything,my heart goes out to mama,and lil bro,damn joel safe trip to heaven.
Carlos Flores
November 11, 2014
November 11, 2014
see u in our next life my bro...luv carlos...
Scott Thomson
October 14, 2014
October 14, 2014
Joel, it pains me so much to write this because it's another reminder that you're no longer with us.  You were the brother I never had. Over the years your family became mine and mine yours. We had many adventures and memories that will never leave me. You showed me that it was good to be true to yourself and do so for all to see. Through all the troubles life threw at you, you stayed true. You had a bigger than life personality, an unmeasurable heart for your family and friends, and you always stood up for what you believe in. Because of you I try to be a bigger and better person. You will live on in all the crazy stories I tell my kids and others until we meet again. I miss and love you brother!!
Jessica Sayre-Bland
October 13, 2014
October 13, 2014
Sweet Joel.... The world is truly a sadder place without you.... I miss our daily 2 hour phone conversations about absolutely nothing....your voice still echos in my mind...You always could put a smile on my face when I felt like crying... You were the kind of friend that most could only hope to have and I am a better person for having known you... Rest easy Babe...I know I'll catch up with you again someday <3
tiffany slavik
October 13, 2014
October 13, 2014
Joel u are so missed but u will never be forgotten I know I will see u again one day I know I will be waiting on me for now send my dad and ur dad my love and take care of them I love u Joel u will never be forgotten
Valerie Spinale
October 12, 2014
October 12, 2014
My Joel, you are in our hearts always. Mama misses you, i carry you with me every day Joel. My life was forever changed when you left, never to be as i once knew it. My day's are long, and sleepless nights are here. I dream of you and get big hugs from you, never felt happiness like that in my life. Then i awaken.. and tuck you safely in my heart.. i miss and love you Joel more than words can say. Mama

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Valerie Spinale
August 22, 2021
August 22, 2021
Joel I'm missing you more than words can express. My heart ache's constantly for you. Its been so long since I've seen you or heard your voice, your laugh, and the way you were a ray of sunshine when you walked in. Always joking and trying to make everyone smile. We all miss and love you more than ever. You'll always stay in my heart forever... Love, mama <3
Denise Marie
November 26, 2017
November 26, 2017
Joel u are forever missed and loved I had the privilege of watching u grow and u forever changed my life not a day goes by that I don't think of u and think of watching all grow u have been a part of my family for years and I am forever grateful for u and u are missed everyday and loved even more xoxoxo RIP
Valerie Spinale
August 10, 2017
August 10, 2017
My sweet Joel, How do i even begin to explain how much my heart hurts. There are no words. You would have been a big 34 and growing into another chapter of your life. Oh how i would have loved to see what that would have been. So now all i have are the memories, very precious ones like today on your birthday and my first moment of seeing you and holding you for the first time. We have had so many great funny times together. Sure we had some tough ones too! But every day you'd put on that beautiful smile and do your best to up build those around you. I have dreams about you often, its euphoric when i see you in my dream. We all miss you so much sweetheart and i love you more than anything in this world. I will hold you in my heart to my last breath...until we meet again by the mercy of God, i know you are in safely resting in His hands....Love, mama <3
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Joel's best friend Scott wrote this for Joel..

June 10, 2016
by Valerie Spinale

Trying to find the words to sum up the life of a man such as Joel Powers is not an easy task.  Those that knew Joel knew that he had a personality the size of life and a goofy smile that could pull you from the darkest and saddest place.  He had a heart for others and was not afraid to show it.  Joel had his flaws like the rest of us, but he always had an awareness of them and tried his best to resolve them which is much more than most of us our willing to do.  Joel was always the life of the party weather that party was a small family get together or a crowd of people.  He was not afraid to stand out or stick up for the ones he cared about.  I have known Joel since the 4th grade.  Our friendship started like any other friendship at that age, we were enemies.  One day we were fighting over a pencil and I let go.  His downward pull and the pencil continued until the pencil was in my leg.  Somehow, this meant we should become friends and that is exactly what happened.  We had many adventures and laughs along the way.  Nine years ago he was my best man giving a speech.  Now I’m writing in his memory….  Joel was more than a friend he was the brother I never had.  My hope is that others and I can honor Joel by supporting his family emotionally and financially in this most difficult time. 

 

Joel Albert Powers

Aug. 10, 1983 – Nov. 26, 2013

forever a true friend,carlos flores.,

November 11, 2014
by Carlos Flores

thrue it all my friend,thrue the painkillers we obstructed our bodies thrue,n drowned our sorrowes we were always good at heart,n in doubt i will always keep your memories alive my friend like frank sinatra says regrets we had a few,yes but witch each step of our course we did it our way,and no otherway "right Joel",smiles your way,and today althou im no mutch a drinker,ill downone in your memories my lil bro,love carlos n yessenia,a tear drop down my face...luv u.

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