Birth date: May 1, 1989 Death date: Aug 4, 2024
Joseph Bryant Powers of Rowlett, Texas was born on May 1, 1989 in Dallas, Texas, and passed away unexpectedly on August 4, 2024. He is survived by parents William Dale Powers and Juli Purcell Powers, and brother Stevie Powers. Jo Read Obituary
Mr Powers was the teacher who got me hooked on violin a couple years ago. He was always so light hearted, even though you could see that he was sick. I remember when he had to stay home during COVID, but he still called us on Zoom and helped us to the best of his ability. I thank him for my ability to read music and to have been able to play violin pretty decently.
Mr Powers taught violin to both my girls. My now high schooler used to adore him and always said he was a very dedicated teacher. My younger daughter really enjoyed his sense of humor, and jokes about his ‘stuffed cat with a grumpy face-whiskers’ . She always enjoyed his classes and would
Look forward to it. May his soul RIP. Sincere condolences to his family and loved ones
Mr. Powers was the first teacher to truly connect with and inspire my son Dylan.
Having been fortunate enough to have had several such teachers in my own life, I've always wanted such teachers for my own children. I mean those really special teachers you remember the rest of your life.
So when Mr. Powers came along, and we saw in Dylan a passion become a talent in a way we'd never seen before, my heart was happy. Dylan had finally found one of those life-changing teachers.
So to hear of Mr. Powers' passing was heart-breaking. This would have been their third year together.
Dylan picked up the cello for the first time in 6th grade, ending that year with Mr. Powers naming him sixth grade "Student of the Year."
Prior to 6th grade Dylan had barely a passing interest in music, but now he knows more about classical music than I do. I credit Mr. Powers for creating this passion in my son.
I am so grateful for Mr. Powers and the impact he had on Dylan's life. He will always have a special place in our hearts for him.
I offer my hear-felt condolences to his mom, Ms. Powers, who was so supportive of her son - and his students - and to the rest of the family. Please know that his impact, which was broad and profound, will live on for many years to come.
-Dale Shover
Joey was my son Marks best friend growing up and the two of them spent countless hours together. He will be missed by so many people whose lives he influenced through his music and friendship. Our condolences to his parents and brother Stevie.
The Sullivan family
Mr. Powers was my daughter Jordyn’s orchestra teacher for the last three years. Jordyn often spoke of his sense of humor and how he would read the comic books she designed herself. While Mr. Powers also taught her how to play the violin, he did much more than that. He gave her a space at school where she felt safe and where she belonged. He was an adult that she looked up to and trusted. He taught her to be disciplined with her instrument and to keep trying when something didn't come right away. Because of her experience in his class, my daughter is insistent that she continue with orchestra even once she goes to high school. Mr. Powers even gave me advice about this. As a parent, I am forever thankful for all these things. Just as Mr. Powers would fix the strings on Jordyn’s violin if they came out of tune, I pray that the heartstrings of Mr. Powers’ family and friends also be mended. We miss him, but we will never forget the impact that he made.
