White Family Funeral Home | Bowie, Texas

Obituary For Gayla Sue Powers

Gayla Sue (Tindol) Powers, 68, of Bowie, Texas, passed away on Tuesday, October 18, 2022 in Bowie, Texas.

Memorial Service will take place on Monday, October 24, 2022 at 3:00 p.m. at the First United Methodist Church of Bowie, with Pastor Steven Martinez officiating.

Gayla was born on June 19, 1954 in Rockdale, Texas, to William Harvey and Betty Jeanette (Carr) Tindol. Gayla continued her pursuit of knowledge after attending Bowie High School for the rest of her life through a love of reading and devotion to a diverse array of interests including artistic endeavors, local and Native American history, study and collection of Indian Artifacts, gardening and genealogy. She had an outgoing personality that lighted up people’s hearts – strong and independent in thought – an advocate for the rights of children with disabilities and special needs.

She was preceded in death by her parents, William Harvey and Betty Tindol; and brother, Jerry Russell.

Gayla is survived by her husband of 37 years, Brian; daughter, Heather Slack and husband, Brian; son, Spencer Moore and wife, Heather; son, Mason Powers; and daughter, Madeleine Powers; grandsons, Harrison Lopez, Joshua Slack, William Slack, and Nicholas Willett; and sister, Ginger Odle and husband, Neal.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the American Cancer Society or the Senior Citizens Project in Bowie.

Arrangements entrusted to The White Family Funeral Home in Bowie, Texas.

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Brian im so sorry to hear of galas passing. I always enjoyed seeing her. I know it's very hard. I send my blessings. Becky Rhone6

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We are so very sorry to hear of Gayla's passing. She was special and a very dear friend to us who be missed greatly. Jered will always have some of his fondest childhood memories with Gayla and Mason. You are all in our thoughts and prayers! Sending our deepest sympathy~ Kenny and Tonya Mowery and Jered and Brianna Mowery.❤️🙏

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I didn't know her well but I loved her. Rest in peace sweet lady. Prayers for the family that God's comfort be with you.

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Thinking of all of you and remembering Gayla - take care - Glenn and Julie

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Our prayers and tears are with all of you. Mary and Gil

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You will be missed we love you Debbie, Jimmy, Bailey, and james

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Gayla is resting peacefully. She was a good lady - isaiah 26:19

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Sorry for your loss. Gayla will be missed,she was such a great lady and friend.

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So sorry for your loss🙏🙏Danny and Jean Meyers

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Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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