Robert Powell '61
July 27, 2016 12:14 PM
updated: July 27, 2016 12:17 PM
Callaway-Allee Funeral Home obituary
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Robert Powell
Robert E. “Bob” Powell, 76, of Baytown, passed away Monday, July 25, 2016. Mr. Powell was born February 4, 1940 to E.M. and Christine Spence Powell in Houston. A lifelong firearm enthusiast, Bob excelled at marksmanship and enjoyed tinkering with his many guns.
He attended Texas A & M University and graduated with a degree in Mechanical Engineering. Mr. Powell went on to serve his country in the United States Navy, as an underwater explosives ordinance disposal officer during the Vietnam War. He took great pride
in his work decommissioning explosives and saving civilian lives.
Bob is survived by his beloved family, daughters, Kelly Lafleur of Phoenix, AZ, Zoe Moreau of Ft. Worth, Anaika Matus and husband, Josh of Giddings; grandchildren, Keshia, Jeffrey, Mason, Ava, Max, Emily, Julia; great-grandchild, Jaden; and many wonderful,
devoted friends. His memory lives forever through the ones he loved.
Mr. Powell was preceded in death by his parents, Elvin Marion Powell and Christine Spence Powell.
Funeral services for Robert E. “Bob” Powell will be held 2:00 p.m. Friday, July 29, 2016 in the Callaway-Allee Memorial Chapel. Interment to follow in the Evergreen Memorial Park. Visitation will begin 11:00 a.m. Friday. Mr. Powell’s family wishes to convey
their deep gratitude to the doctors and nurses who cared for Bob during his final days. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the charity of your choice.