Joseph M. "Buddy" Powers, 76, of Dayton, OH, passed away August 29, 2013, after a valiant battle with cancer, surrounded by his loving family.
He was born on September 20, 1936 in Cambridge, OH to the late Nellie (Foster) and Wilbur Powers.
Joe was a member of the Elm Valley Fish and Game Club and the Kitty Hawk Golf Course. He retired as a CMSgt. from the U.S. Air Force after 28 years of service.
In addition to his parents he was also preceded in death by his first Wife, Jeanne Anne (Stemple) Powers; Daughter, Pam Knee; Brother, Billy; Sister, Jean Shirley.
Joe is survived by his loving Wife of 29 years, Marjorie H. (Stemple) Powers; Sons, Dan (Maggie), Steve (Kira), Randy, David, Brady (Missy) Drown; 9 Grandchildren and 1 Great Grandson; Brother, Jay Power; Sister, Sandy Lee Snyder.
A gathering of friends and family will be held from 5-7 PM Wednesday, September 4, 2013 at Newcomer Funeral Home, North Chapel, 4104 Needmore Road, Dayton where a Memorial Service will begin at 7 PM Wednesday.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Dayton.