David R. Powers
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Rochester NY: Born 2-18-1963 Syracuse NY, passed Wednesday 12-4-2024 and Buried 12-7-2024 (same dates as his Grandpa Powers). Predeceased by his father, John Powers; his brother, Danny Powers; cousin Jimmy McCorry; mother-In-Law, Mary O’Keefe and Marlie. Survived by his wife, Colleen (O’Keefe); his son, John (Sarah Magliocca) Rochester NY; his daughter, Sheila (Justin Weber) Island Park NY; his grandchildren, Shailene Rose Powers, Jameson John Powers; his mother, Joan (McCorry) Powers; his siblings, Thomas (Kathy) Powers, Patricia (Mark) Meyer, Sharon Hughes; father-In-Law, Timothy O’Keefe; In-Laws, Maureen, Michael, Timmy, Kathleen, Margaret, Donald and Kevin O’Keefe; sister-In-law, Dorothy Powers; aunt, Theresa McCorry; nieces and nephews, Greg, TJ and Maggie Powers, Caitlin, Shannon and Jessica Meyer, Lauren(Goddaughter), Erica and Britney Hughes, Bryan and Katie Pierce, Shannon, Courtney and Micky O’Keefe, Erin and Ryan O’Keefe, Grace O’Keefe, Kelly and Kevin O’Keefe.
David was born February 18, 1963 in Syracuse, New York. He was a very proud graduate of Holy Cross School and the Holy Cross Basketball program. He was also a graduate of Aquinas Institute, class of 1981. Grew up on DeVille Dr. with a large Powers/McCorry family, and many friends, who he still played cards with every year. He lived in Pompano Beach, Florida before marrying Colleen O’Keefe in 1988. They lived their life on Forgham Rd in Greece while adding John, Sheila, Marlie(dog) and Payton(dog) to their family. David loved attending both of his kids sporting events, watching his favorite sports teams on the couch and rocking out at concerts. He became a Grandfather to Shailene and Jameson, enriching his later years with more unconditional love and happiness. After a 10 week battle David passed away surrounded by his family. The Powers family would like to thank the entire staff of the CTICU at RGH for the compassionate care that they provided for David.
Any donations can be made to Shailene and Jameson College Fund that David started the day he became Rah.
Friends may call Saturday (December 7th) 12 NOON-3:00 PM at Vay-Schleich and Meeson, 1075 Long Pond Road, Where his Celebration of Life Service will follow starting at 3:00 PM.
Following his celebration at the funeral home, the family invites everyone to gather at the Stutson House, Saturday (December 7th) from 4:00- 8:00 PM to raise a toast and celebrate his life.
Due to time constraints David’s obituary will not be in the paper so we are relying on everyone sharing his obituary to get the word out.
The DeJesus family is truly saddened by the loss of David. We have prayed, and still are, for the whole family.
God Bless all of you, and may he help with your grief.
Danny, Carrie, Lito, Mikey, and Livy
Our condolences to the whole family for the loss of David. Thoughts and prayers.
Under the circumstances, we will not be able to make it to the services. May he rest in peace
With deepest condolences!!
My heart goes out to Dave’s family, especially Colleen. I have many fond and fun memories of Dave that I have and will continue to treasure.
My family and I are sending love and sympathy to you and your entire family. There are no words for this. We are so heartily sorry for all of you and your tremendous loss.
I have so many memories that I recall as if it was yesterday. “How I wish, how I wish you were here”.
They are together there with the music loud. I am certain of it. Love and peace.
TO A FRIEND, A DALLAS COWBOYS DIE HARD FAN. WE SHARED MANY GREAT TIMES AT T&L AND IN ROCHESTER. LIFE IS HERE THEN ITS GONE. I WAS HOPING TO SEE YOU AGAIN BUT AGAIN I RNN OUT OF TIME. MAY YOU REST IN PEACE MY FRIEND…
We had some good times at T&L. You taught me a lot. Thanks for being a friend. My condolences to the family.
My sincerest condolences to the entire Powers family, I am truly sorry for your loss .
My condolences to the family Dave was such a great man he will be truly missed RIP my friend.
Working with David, during the 80’s, was a joy. My sincere condolences to Colleen and her family.
sending healing prayers and comforting hugs. I am so sorry for your loss.
Our hearts go out to the Powers family. We are so sorry for your loss.
God Bless our Aquinas Brother.
I remember David from high school. He was a good guy. May he rest in peace and may God be with his wife, children, mom and grandchildren especially now.
John Huber, CSB ’81
Sending love and sympathy to the whole family. He will be greatly missed.
Our love and condolences to Aunt Joan, our Powers Cousins, and extended family. David has joined Grampa, his dad John, and brother Danny.