Mr. Robert Michael Powers Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Robert M. Powers was a beloved father, husband, and friend to many people. He was a retired Master Sargent in the Air Force who served his country for twenty-four years. He traveled the world seeking new experiences for himself and his family never staying at any one place for too long but calling each of these places home. Robert was a member of the New Hope Baptist Church in Wayne, MI, which was presided over by Reverend Humes. He was a member of the Men’s Choir for years before moving to Jackson, TN, and never forgot his ties to the church which played a huge part in his life and family. He was an avid sports fan especially baseball and basketball which he taught his sons and daughter. He loved watching television especially sports and politics which you could never peel him away from. He loved bowling and always talked about joining a new team when he was able. He was a huge fan of westerns and Clint Eastwood and Charles Bronson films. He is survived by his wife, Shirley who has been at his side for seventeen years through the good and the bad. He is survived by his brothers Joe Powers and Gene Powers. He is survived by his children Tycoa Noble, Robert M. Powers II, Kevin L. Powers, and Sarah E. Nicholas; his grandchildren Adrian Noble, Caila Nicholas, and Nolan Powers. On his wife’s side he is survived by Dr. & Mrs. Ravis Curry and David Powell; their children Aden and Autumn Curry Daylah and Milan Powell.

Mr. Robert Michael Powers

January 30, 1948 - November 14, 2017