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Colin Powell Obituary

Colin Powell was a four-star general in the U.S. Army who went on to become National Security Advisor, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, and the first Black U.S. Secretary of State.

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Published by Pine River Times on Oct. 18, 2021.

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My most heartfelt feelings go out to the colleagues, friends, and family of retired former General Powell on the untimely passing of the former Secretary of State. May this time of sorrow lead you on the path to each new tomorrow.

Philip

Other

March 28, 2022

My Prayers And Thoughts Are With Colin Powell´s Family. Rest In Heavenly Peace.

CASSANDRA MARTIN

Other

November 30, 2021

To the family, many, many friends, and colleagues of this wonderful man Mr. Colin Powell who was a four-star general in the U.S. Army who went on to become National Security Advisor, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, and the first Black U.S. Secretary of State. May the love and many, many special memories you shared with your devoted loved one show how much your life was touched by him. We will miss Mr. Colin Powell's presence and his many contributions to his community. May you find comfort in your wealth of fond memories together with Mr. Colin Powell. May the God of comfort bless your grieving hearts with strength, loving kindness and peace as the world copes with the loss of Mr. Colin Powell. He will be greatly missed, but not forgotten.

Tony

Friend

November 27, 2021

MY BLESSINGS TO THE POWELL FAMILY, THE ONLY WORD THAT COMES TO MIND IS GENTLEMAN, MAY HE REST IN PEACE

adam gever

Other

November 8, 2021

From: The Hightower´s
Our condolences to the Colin Powell Family and friends.
He was truly a "STRONG and COURAGEOUS" Soldier like " JOSHUA " of the Old Testament. We will all miss this great man of Integrity and Leadership.

Sandra Hightower

November 7, 2021

General Colin Powell
I come from a military family. My father served in three of the branches
of the military starting with the Navy at age 17 during World War ll. He then when into the Army and retired from the Air Force after 26 years.
I met and marry my husband overseas at Clark Air Force Base over 50 years ago he also retired after 20 years of service. We have two sons who also joined the Air Force one spent 11 years and one who is still in.
and just made Master Sgt. It breaks our hearts to know that you have passed on. Please know how proud we were of you and of the man you always carry yourself to be. God Bless you and your family and Thank you for your service.
T/sgt. Clarence and Rene'e Forster
Gilbert Az

Ret. TSgt Clarence & Rene'e Forster

November 6, 2021

To The Powell Family:
Thank you to Colin Powell for his incredible unselfish service to All Gold Star Wives and family plus our Country a true Hero, and my own Military family. General Colin Powell operated with The Highest level of Integrity in every facet of his life personal and professional sharing his talents with America making it a safe country
And respected Country.
My prayers are for your family who he demonstrated loved.


Bev Wyas- GSW/ SAMS member
Golf Ambassador

Bev Wyas- Gold Star Wife

Friend

November 6, 2021

Our prayers of comfort to The Powell Family
The Honorable Colin Powell will truly be missed, but his integrity ,humbleness, kindness, great military service and love for his country will be remembered

May Yeshua comfort you always

Herb & Sharon Pittman

November 6, 2021

We served in Operation Desert Storm together. I was a soldier's wife. I felt safe because you were in charge. Your name is on my twin's birth certificate, 1989. You will rest in my memory with fondness and great respect. Thank you Mrs. P, for sharing him with your fellow Americans. I will tell my children what a great soldier you were. R.I.P. Sir

Victoria Smith

Work

November 5, 2021

To the family of the late Colin Powell he will be truly missed for his service to his country both in the military and Secretary of State and other positions, My prayers go out to you on the death of this great American. One of the few Generals and Statemen who was both dedicated to service and his humanity towards others. Patriot, and good and kind Christian Steward. God Bless him and you all.

Mary S. Dalton

Other

November 5, 2021

Our condolences goes out to your family. My mother Daisy Morgan is 101 years old. When your husband, father, grandfather passed away , she cried. She said he was a great man and her heart grieved for your family. Such a great Black man who changed lives with integrity, honesty and servitude. We pray your strength in the Lord.

Yvette Felicia Thomas n Daisy Morgan

Other

November 5, 2021

I have been reinforced in my faith by the words spoken and sung at the funeral of your husband, father and grandfather. Your choices so strongly reflect the choices made by my own parents as I grew up in the church. I always thought of him as a great example of a good man holding to his convictions in a world of self serving politicians. Now I know that was just who he was in all aspects of life. What a blessing his life has been to us all. We need to follow his example. Thank you for sharing his service with us. I hope by doing so, it was not too hard on your family. God bless.

Audrey Neiswender

November 5, 2021

Send my deepest sympathy and blessing to the family .

Jacqueline A Smith

November 5, 2021

Such an amazing individual. I briefly met General Powell while on my first exercise deployment as a very new 2nd Lieutenant. My unit was providing communication support at the Boy Scout Jamboree at Camp AP Hill and General Powell attended the event for a period of time. During his visit he came by to meet with the Army units providing on-site support. When he was visiting our site I asked if he would participate in the promotion for two of my lower enlisted soldiers and he immediately agreed. The next day he came back to our site during the promotion ceremony and pinned the new rank onto the collar for both soldiers. I could tell by the expressions on the soldiers faces that they were amazed that such a well-known general officer would participate in the ceremony of two soldiers that he had just met the prior day. This event was something I knew the soldiers would remember throughout their careers and something that I clearly remember and appreciate twenty years later.

Michelle

Acquaintance

November 5, 2021

To the family of General Powell,

Thank you for sharing his life will all of us! Grateful for the opportunity to live and be part of History through your husband, father, and grandfather. My prayers are with you all. Grace & peace, Tosca Lee & Siblings.

Tosca Lee

Other

November 5, 2021

We thank you for your service. We are all mourning in the loss. God bless your family and friends. Rip Colin Powell. God bless you. God bless America.

Britton Wise

Other

November 5, 2021

Thank you for your courage and integrity to our country and all man kind. As a Army medically retired woman I salute you for many jobs well done Colin Powell. You were a man who displayed leadership with great grace. To the family you have me and my family deepest condolences in your time of bereavement.
Sgt. Jones-Thompson

Claudia Jones-Thompsons

Other

November 5, 2021

Thank you for your legacy of courage and integrity! My condolences and prayers are with the Powell family.

De Angeles Davis

Other

November 5, 2021

My family sends our warmest of sympathy. Understand Mr Powell liked Bob Marley. I wonder if he also liked Buju Banton. My last name is Banton also. Myself and my family love the reggae music. My nephew named his first born which is a girl Marley after Bob Marley. Did not k ow Mr Powell personally but this cot lost a great American in the times of turmoil in this country. God bless and GOd bless your family. He is one who shall be remembered throughout history. God be with the Powell family.

Angela Banton Reed

Other

November 5, 2021

Dear Mrs Powell
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family on the passing of your loved one.
I would like to talk to you Mrs Powell so please contact me at this number it is 7818918713.Hope to hear from you.
Once again my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Regards,
Susan Furman

Susan Furman

November 5, 2021

General Colin Powell, our Hero.

The McGee Family

Work

November 5, 2021

I was deeply saddened to hear of Colins passing.
My love and sincerest condolences to Alma and all of the Powell family.

Joyce Bush Brown

Friend

November 3, 2021

So saddened and grieved that your loved one has transitioned to the heavens.
Please know that God will comfort you during this difficult time.
May he rest in the peace he so deserves,after living a full,and honorable life of military and political service to. the public.
His spirit and love will be with you forever.
God Bless

The Fulton Family

Friend

November 2, 2021

He never knew me but I certainly knew him. Perhaps vicariously or not. I served as a VISTA Volunteer from 1967-1969 and lived and trained in the SE Bronx. I lived with the wonderful Petres family on 160th Street jus down from the Prospect Avenue train station.

I was a tenant organizer focused of housing violations. Our focus was Kelly Street. The conditions were deplorable in many instances as much as the residents tried to improve those living conditions. Rent strikes, court appearances at the Grand Concourse yielded minor and frustrating victories. No wonder people were demoralized. It took well over 20 years after I departed in the latter part of 1967 that just 3 buildings were improved to sustain respectable human habitation. Little did I know that "Banana Kelly" as it was called was the boyhood neighborhood of one Colin Powell, one of the most honorable and moral members of our American society for whom I admired as he gained notoriety from his leadership of our military most notably in Desert Storm. Once I learned of his Kelly Street upbringing at an early age I felt a closeness to him for decades. Of course, I was a ghost to him but he was very much a part of my being through my now 77th year. I so wanted to meet him and came close just once when he shared the stage in Tucson at UA with the likes of Terry Bradshaw and at that time, America´s mayor, Rudy Giuliani. Then, truth was truth and from that day to this, General Powell never wavered. From "Banana Kelly" to the Joint Chiefs to State, he served his country with honor and dignity. He inspired me during my 42+ years of public service to treat people, including those with whom I disagree on many levels, with respect. He lived by example - a loss in our present day social decay. I pray for his soul, thank him for his character that we ALL should emulate and for his leadership that helped me be the best I could be.

To his family I say THANK YOU for sacrificing him for the betterment of our country. I weep with you and I also rejoice in the fact a great man walked among us. God rest his soul. He didn´t know me but I knew him! I loved him!

James (Jim) Laham

Other

November 1, 2021

I offer my deepest sympathy to the family of General Colin Powell during this time of loss. General Powell served our country with distinction and pride. I am a former soldier and felt proud that General Powell rose to the highest rank that the military recognize for leadership. He has completed his earthly journey and may he rest in peace.

Leo Carter

Work

November 1, 2021

ENJOY , YOUR HALLOWEEN TO A LEGENDARY HERO TO YOU !!!!!!!!!! SIR #8 #10 #80 #15 #48 & #32 JAMES 2:01-2:80 ............. PSALMS 23:01-23:50 !!!!!!!!!!!! MARK 1:01-1:40 .......... & MATTHEW 26:01-26:75 ????????????????

EDWARD JIMMY HAZARD

October 30, 2021

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Kathy Money

October 29, 2021

Peace and Comfort during this difficult period. We extend CONDOLENCES to your family. God's Blessings .

Laveda Brayboy

October 28, 2021

To one of the most outstanding officers that I ever had the privileged to served under in the United States Army. Your service to our country will always be remembered and appreciated. " You are one of
a kind''. May you rest in peace, your work here on earth is done. Go and be with the God, and I hope that I will see you in Heaven one day.

Doris Houston

Work

October 26, 2021

My deepest sympathy goes out to General Powell's family. He was and still is the hero and role model for the U.S. Army Veterans of West Indian heritage. We love you dearly and will always honor and respect your contributions. May God continue to bless and protect your family.

Margaretann G.Connell, Ph.D.

October 26, 2021

Family, friends, and relatives,
Sorry for your loss and our loss. General Powell is a loss to our country and his family. Followed General Powell thru his career. Prayers follow you.

Donna Stanley

October 25, 2021

No one else in recent memory has carried themselves like you did. You are the picture of an American soldier and you exemplified it well. Such a man of stature. I know how well admired and respected you were. God Speed Sir.

Janet Beazley

Other

October 25, 2021

I was privileged to meet General Powell and hear him speak at the Oaks Christian School 2018 Gala. Well done good and faithful servant!!!

Cozette Darby

Other

October 24, 2021

Sending my condolences
A good man he was.

Trina Wilson

Other

October 24, 2021

To the Family of the Honorable Colin Powell-

Although I didn´t know him personally, he was truly an American, distinguished office AND a gentleman! You have my sincere condolences. May the God of Heaven comfort you in the coming days, weeks and months!

American Citizen

October 24, 2021

A bright shining light passed through our mist. May his wisdom, rest on those, able to hear it in the world.
Rest in Peace Sir.

DL

Other

October 24, 2021

I was fortunate to have met General Powell many many years ago as a young PFC he took the time to speak with me and that meant the world to me. He was a fine officer and a gentleman may he rest in peace

Pam

October 24, 2021

To the family my condolences. The world has lost a great man and a proven leader.

Jessi Evans

Other

October 24, 2021

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

October 24, 2021

Shared General Powell´s personal story and 13 Rules of Leadership with my 12 year old grandson- The General was truly one of the best! Godspeed to him and prayers for the family

Peggy from Georgia

October 24, 2021

My condolences to the family of General Colin Powell. Rest in peace, sir.

D. Wilson

October 24, 2021

October 24, 2021

Aim High.
A good soldier and statesman.

Our prayers go out to the entire family of General Colin L. Powell.

Veteran USAF -CT USA

Rev.E.L.Smallwood

October 24, 2021

To Mrs. Powell and Family
I am so sorry for your loss. Just remember Earth has no sorrow that Heaven can not heal.

Cathy A. Harris

October 23, 2021

Rest in Heavenly Paradise Mr. Powell...

Westwood Area Memphis, TN

October 23, 2021

We want to give you thanks Mr. Powell for such a great example all your life. Your family must be very proud of you. Thank you for your service and for your integrity in all you did in this life. Now Rest In Peace and enjoy the Glory of God.

Mr. Jose and Maria Schroeder

October 23, 2021

General Powell by his extraordinary example reminds us what dignity, class, decency, empathy, compassion and civility are all about. Thank you General for your service. Your character will shine brightly in the history books future generations will read.

S.E. Ames

October 23, 2021

Thank You for Your Service Sir.
My late husband Richard and I always said
you were a four star General. You have done so much and will always be remembered.
Certainly one of the good guys in DC.
My deepest condolences to your family.

Carmella Donaghy

Other

October 23, 2021

This was a very good man.

Alexis Gore

Other

October 23, 2021

I want to wish the Powell Family all the best in this time of great suffering and loss. He was a remarkable man and his loss shall be felt in your family alot. I hope this bible verse will help you deal with the loss a little.
He will wipe away every tear from their eyes, and death shall be no more, neither shall there be mourning, nor crying, nor pain anymore, for the former things have passed away.
And remember he lives on in your hearts

Arno Keizer

Other

October 23, 2021

Thank You for Your Service
Sir. Job well done, much
Admired! One of the good guys in DC.
Our Lord is waiting for you
With open arms. The Angels
Will sing joyously and give you Glory. Time for you to
Rest now. RIP
CONDOLENCES TO FAMILY
FRIENDS and your military
and DC FRIENDS

LV

October 22, 2021

Dear Powell family, I sincerely am sorry for your loss. The loss of General Powell is a profound loss for our country, and to all African-Americans who when we lose a giant like the General, our loss as a people is irreplaceable. He was a mentor to myself, and he was the true example of how a man should carry himself.

Bryan Callion

October 22, 2021

My heart goes out to the Powell family. General Powell was a gift to the world. My wife and I met him in the 90's and I asked if he could assist with a nonprofit that I founded and after I explained that I was an elected official and was trying to get young black men and women a resume for employment and get them off the street, he unexpectedly said yes. I appreciate the advice and I did get to tell him how much he meant to me. He can rest now that he kept the world safe.

Olden P. Henson

October 22, 2021

My condolences to his family. I remember every interview and talk I ever saw with General Powell. He was a great American that I respect and admire. Thanks for the service he gave to our nation.

Daniel Chambers

Other

October 22, 2021

Godspeed General Powell. My sister and I met you at one of your book signings back in the 1990s. My deepest sympathy to Mrs. Alma, to Michael, Linda, Annemarie and the grandchildren. The LORD Bless and Comfort you all.

Karen F.

October 22, 2021

The starting point*
(in memory of General Colin Powell, 1937-2021,
Former Secretary of State of the USA)
by Ruth Esther Gilmore


under the apple tree where the sky
is fragrant with long-forgotten words
a strange vision meets my eyes

history and future in purple coats
of flying spirals
humans with open minds
open ears and gentle souls

to them I sigh
about this world
down goes the beauty

down goes my fragile future
I will curl into cold ferns
and strive to hide
in toothless darkness

to which the wheel replies
look into the past
look at what triumphs

what pains
what failures have occurred
what fights have been fought

steps have been carved into words
formed into bricks
flown into ink
lasting steps for you to take

fast steps to climb to higher pinnacles
now it is your turn to build
a bridge of hope for the future

to be a burning flame
a flaming wick
my heart overruns a few beats
my soul finds a winging paradise

I reply how will I know
if my bridge and laid-down staircases
will lead me to a new world

they answer
the world is not for you alone
you are building and erecting
new ways for those coming

for those unnamed
unborn
unseen

unknown
for those you renew and create new worlds
just as those before you
renewed and created

and formed new worlds for you
something comes from something
actions pave the way for actions

darkness brings
the breaking of a morning day
darkness brings the breaking
of a morning day


*from the book "braving life
in these uncertain times"
by Ruth Esther Gilmore

Ruth Esther Gilmore

October 22, 2021

Thank You For your service you will be missed. Love you Sir...

DELPHINE BROOKER

Friend

October 22, 2021

My condolences to a Great Leader. I had to opportunity to work for 7th corps in Germany and during Desert Storm. I was really excited to see the General, Dick Chaney and even Gen Tommy Franks. He was the DCG to Gen Crosby Saint. Great Memories to last a life time. RIP General Powell.

Warren Brown- Retired US Army 1988-2014

October 21, 2021

SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS!! CONDOLENCES and LOVE TO THE FAMILY!!MY EX- HUBSAND SERVED IN DESERT STORM WHILE WE WERE MARRIED.

Cynthia Grant

Other

October 21, 2021

May you rest in peace, sir. I respected you so much. I wish you would of been our President of the USA, but I totally understand your thoughts & feelings why you didn't, and I don't blame you one bit. You still would of been GREAT. I wish EVERY man in this country could be as honest and respected like you. Our country would be so much much better, the best, if every man was like you. My deepest condolences to your wife, family & friends. You were a GREAT man while you were on this earth.

Pam E.

Other

October 21, 2021

Throughout my entire career as a health care professional, whenever I interviewed for a new job or new position and was asked who my heroes were, my answer was always the same - General Colin Powell. He was an eloquent speaker, modest for all his achievements, and salt of the earth honest. Rest In Peace Sir, and thank you for being a public example of how decent humankind can be.

B. DAndrea

October 21, 2021

SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS! THE WORLD LOSS A GREAT MAN!

LTC MARCI T. HODGE

October 21, 2021

My deepest heartfelt condolences to the family n friends of General Powell.
This was a great loss. A great man that served this country with high honors n respect. A Great Hero. Ty General! Ty for u, just being you!!
My Prayers and thoughts are with you.

LC

Other

October 21, 2021

My sincere condolences to the Powell family and friends.May General Powell rest in peace.

Jane agola

October 21, 2021

General Powell was a man of distinction, honor and above all a great military leader. He will be greatly missed and honored forever by all who he has touched I'm life. I wish him greatness at the gates of Heaven where all will be blessed by his coming. RIP my General, my Friend.

Command Sergeant Major Rene Rivera (Ret)

October 21, 2021

The world has lost a great American
You are resting peacefully in the hands of God now. You did great things while you were here. Thank you for you service and dedication to our country.

Helen Foxworthy

October 21, 2021

I was good friends with Jack Vessey, JCS Chairman prior to General Powell. Jack had enormous respect for General Powell and spoke very highly of him.

Steve Marceau

Other

October 21, 2021

We lost, Heaven gain Rest In Peace

pam

October 21, 2021

May General Powell rest in eternal power, such a great man and leader. He will be dearly missed.
USMC 88-92
Phi Beta Sigma 83

Gerald Nash

October 21, 2021

Very saddened by the news. There is not another leader like him. One of a kind.

Gary Neeley// San Antonio

October 21, 2021

Thank you sir for all of your services to our country Military and guidance politically. We lost a really great man and so did his great family. Godspeed and Rest in Heavenly Peace.

Audrey Abdo

October 21, 2021

The entire Tucker family here in Canada extend our deepest condolences to the Powell family in honor of the courageous life of Mr. Colin Powell who will be remembered in our hearts and minds as a seasoned military servant, highly regarded insightful civic and public policy leader admired by his loving family, friends and community at large. As a member of a Blue Star military family with an uncle who served for 30yrs in Air Force, and nephew & brother in the Army and Marine, we salute his faithful wife, Mrs. Powell and his entire family. May Mr. Colin Powell's sincere legacy of goodness last for a lifetime and that we continue to learn from his fruitful life's journey. Much prayers throughout the days ahead. Rest in Peace

Ashley Tucker

October 21, 2021

Colin stands aside as the greatest among the great, from his attitude, his life in the military and in government.
No doubt about it no one can or ever will stay in his magnificent shadow

Elizabeth Upton Longmire

Other

October 21, 2021

My sincere condolences to Mrs. Alma Powell and the entire Powell family. General Colin Powell was admired by people from all over the world. A man of integrity, grace, wisdom with a profound love for his country. A gentle giant and a true empathy for mankind. He was a true American Hero! May God grant his family His perfect peace that surpasses all understanding. And May General Powell Rest in Heavenly Peace and Power.

Sandra Williams

Other

October 21, 2021

My sincere condolences to Mrs. Alma Powell and the entire Powell family on the passing of General Colin Powell a true American Hero. May he Rest in Peace and Power!

Sandra Williams

October 21, 2021

To the Family of the Late General Colin Powell, I offer my deepest and most sincere condolences in the passing of our beloved U.S. Armed Forces Chairman, Joint Chiefs of Staff and honorable Secretary of State. He will forever be engrained in our hearts and mind.

Retired USN CTACS(SW) Jeffery M. Jones

Other

October 21, 2021

RIP brother Colin.

Frank Titus

School

October 21, 2021

May you Rest In Peace ..

Kenney & Marsha Chastain

October 21, 2021

With deepest sympathies sorry for your oss. What an awesome professional!

General Mary

Work

October 21, 2021

To a Man of Principles. Lead by Example & With Conviction. Rest In Peace General, Secretary of State & Chairman of The Joint Chiefs of Staff. God Bless His Family. .

John Lovaglio Jr.

Other

October 21, 2021

I am so sorry about the loss of Mr. Colin Powell. This really saddens my heart. My condolences are with the Powell family. His contributions to society will always be remembered. My son went to the grammar school named after him in Illinois. I pray that you will be surrounded by the love & support that you need. And may "the God who supplies endurance and comfort" (Roman's 15:5) be with you always.

Jenee

October 21, 2021

Condolences to the Powell family. What an honorable man who served our country with honor and distinction.
God bless you and your family. RIP

Loretta Jacques

October 21, 2021

A strong leader and family man. My condolences to the family. Soon no one will say I am sick. Isa. 33:24

William

October 21, 2021

We met once nothing more than a hello and how are you doing. But to a soldier a general talking to you makes you feel good. Sir my flag is at half staff till we meet again on fiddler's green.

george gaylin

Other

October 21, 2021

Thank you for your service, and for
being an exemplary citizen. Thank you for loving and defending what "America" means for many of us .
Allentown, PA

DS

October 20, 2021

I am so sorry to hear of this. May God and his Angles welcome you into Heaven sir. Enjoy your stay.
Out of all of the Generals ever to serve you were the best.

Lillian Jane Steele, MA

October 20, 2021

Colin Powell, I pray that you are in the presence of Jesus, where there is fulness of joy and pleasures for evermore.

And, may God strengthen your family during this difficult time.

Margaret Terry
Former Civil Servant

Margaret Terry

Other

October 20, 2021

General Powell was a man of honor. I was fortunate

General Powell was a man of honor. He lived his life with dignity and served his country unfailingly. He was a great man and I admired him.
Rest well sir.
My sympathy to his family

Rebecca Nolin Cox

Other

October 20, 2021

I would like to offer my deepest and deepest condolences to the family. Colin powell was has done a wonderful job with serving the United States. He will always be remember forever. May God be with him and may he heal this family. With all my love God bless you in Jesus name amen.

William jones

October 20, 2021

Thank you so much for your example and your service for all of us. God bless Alma and all your beloved family.

eileen brummal

Other

October 20, 2021

R.I.P. Servant Powell
Rest In PEACE

General Colin Powell will be missed by many.

The Suggs & Moore Families

Other

October 20, 2021

35 yrs. ago in 1986 l was sent to my 1st overseas assignment in Germany in 5th Corp. I didn't know what to think of the new patch on my left shoulder, lt looked like the Chrysler emblem. I learned that my Corp. Commander was a 3 star General named Colin Powell, l didn't have the honor in meeting LTG Powell as he left Germany in 1987, l saw that he was becoming a important figure in our capital, first as national security advisor to President Reagan, and then he received his 4th star and became a part of my chain of command once more as the Chairman of the Joint Chief of Staff under President Bush, l was in awe of Gen. Powell, he was the best and l know l can speak for all of the soldiers that served under him that we respected him for all he did in service to our country. I extend my prayers to Mrs. Powell and the Powell family. Sincerely Jeff Hill, SGT. US Army (Retired)

Jeff Hill, SGT. US Army (Retired)

Work

October 20, 2021

my prayers to all his family an at the house members it is so sad

kenneth robar

October 20, 2021

Colin Powell lived his life with honor, dignity, and with the highest moral compass. He was selfless, choosing to serve God, family, country and those less fortunate than himself. I admired him and was extraordinarily proud of him. He was a great man. He was role model for all Americans.
May he be remembered as an extraordinary human being. May he be blessed and wrapped in the Heavenly light of our Lord.

Nancy Pron of New Jersey

Other

October 20, 2021

A little more than 45 years ago I reported in to 2nd Brigade of the 101st Airborne Division. As a reasonably well seasoned, 30 year old Captain, I was surprised to meet my 39 year old full Colonel Brigade Commander, Colin Powell. As impressed as I was with the speed with which he had advanced in rank, I was also overwhelmed with his demeaner. He told me he was genuinely happy to have me in his command and that the Brigade was going to be doing great things for our Army. I knew after 5 minutes that I was in the presence of someone so special that he could very possibly change the military and possibly even the Country as we then knew it. There was an aura of greatness about him even then and it never diminished in my eyes. He treated everyone with such respect and consideration that we, as subordinate officers, were not worried when the Colonel visited our unit; we looked forward to it. He was an inspiration to so many of us who served in Viet Nam and were disillusioned by how it ended.

As special as he always was he had an equally special partner beside him. The ever gracious and elegant Mrs. Alma Powell was and is every bit as impressive as General was. Her kindness and consideration for others and her amazing memory for faces and names totally astounded those of us who had the honor of her acquaintance.

To Mrs. Powell and their children and grandchildren I offer my most sincere condolences and prayers that the Lord gives you solace and peace in the knowledge that this great and good man is now enjoying the eternal reward of a life well lived.

Sincerely,

William (Bill) Mitchell
Lieutenant Colonel, US Army (Retired)

Bill Mitchell, LTC (Retired)

Work

October 20, 2021

Gone 2 Soon, RIP, RIP, RIP , U are Loved and will be Missed

Barbara Bowers

October 20, 2021

Such a great loss. He was the epitome of integrity. So few of them left.

Joan Holland Lora

October 20, 2021

Rest in peace General Colin Powell. The skies above so blue and so clear.

JIMMY

October 20, 2021

Sending our sympathy and prayers to all of you on the loss of Colin. A great statesman and even greater husband, dad, and grandfather.
Jane's cousin Kathy and family

Kathryn Wolfson

Family

October 20, 2021

ToThe Colin Powell Family, Close Friends & Supporters:
The Wilson family extend our deepest consolences to the Colin family in honor of the courageous life of Mr. Colin Powell who will be remembered in our hearts and minds as a seasoned military servant, highly regarded insightful civic and public policy leader admired by his loving family, friends and community at large. As a member of a Blue Star military family with an uncle who served for 30yrs in Air Force, and nephew & brother in the Army and Marine, we salute his faithful wife, Mrs. Powell and his entire family. May Mr. Colin Powell's sincere legacy of goodness last for a lifetime and that we continue to learn from his fruitful life's jouney. Much prayers throughout the days ahead. E.Wison & Blue Star family members.

Elaine H. Wilson, LMSW /LPC, Atlanta, GA

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October 20, 2021

I never met General Powell but did spend several hours with his wife, Alma. He brought intellect, compassion, and dignity to all that he did. A true American patriot and hero. May his memory be a blessing.

Marlene Fine

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October 20, 2021

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