Birth date: Mar 27, 1922 Death date: Apr 7, 2015
Col. Robert W. Powell (USAF-Retired) was born on March 27, 1922 in Alfalfa County, Oklahoma. He passed away on April 7, 2015. A memorial service will be held at First Presbyterian Church,(121 W. College St.) Broken Arrow, Oklahoma Read Obituary
Robert was a good friend of mine. We were both avid collectors of WWII memorabilia and shared many moments trading our wits and knowledge about military history. I hope his dream of opening the big museum came to pass and that his legacy will continue to live on. He was a man who gave his all passion to keep history alive.
,Robert Powell was a great friend of mine I had no idea this happened he will be missed by me I was his computer technician I was always so amazed to see this man at his age so interested in computers and technology it was really good at it too. thank you Robert the colonel for being my friend and also for your service
I am shocked to see that my good friend Bob, has passed. He was always so strong. I think I felt that he would live for forever! I have such wonderful memories of Col. Powell. My very first memory of him was when he would stop by my business TAPES (Bixby,Ok) of course, always fund raising. At that time, I would bring my baby girl to work with me. He had a snow white beard and she thought he looked like Santa Claus. Her arms immediately went up in the air and he would pick her up and play with her. Sometimes he would even take her on his fund raising visits. He was smart. On the days he took her with him, he raised more money! He truly did love her. It is so sad that at this time in her life (getting married next weekend) he passed. He would always describe himself as a mover and a shaker. He certainly was that! One of the greatest men I have ever known. I am sure he is moving and shaking something in Heaven. Love you Bob! Jean Sears
I have be associated with the Colonel for over twenty years. I had the honor of helping him return to Holland for the 70th anniversary of Operation Market Garden. We visited not only the battlefields but the very spot he crashed his glider. He had many friends over there and they have made condolences to the family. He was my friend and a father figure for me. I lost mine over thirty years ago. To take a line from many ceremonies for our aging veterans "Least we forget". At ease, sir.
The Col and I were Blue Lodge Masons. We Visited at the Museum in Tulsa near 71st nd Sheridan in Tulsa and on North Main in Broken Arrow. He was a great Patriot and I am glad to have known him for the last few yes. I am sure he is in that house not made with hands, eternal in the heavens.
Lit a candle in memory of Robert W. Powell
I am honored to have the opportunity to meet Col. Powell. I had the opportunity to hear many of his stories of his youth and they caused me to have any more admiration for him. My stepfather's pre-WII 1937 uniform and story is preserved, thanks to Col. Powell and his vision. Joyce Arnold
Col Powell, was my Hero. I had the honor of assisting him, a few times at the Military Museum. can't say enough good about our Col. Yes, He was and is our leader, friend, fellow Veteran, and retiree, to everyone. Always made time to say Hello. A BIG FINAL SALUTE TO YOU. SIR.RESPECTFULLY Terry Brentlinger, SMSGT,USAF Retired
