LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION celebrating the life and accomplishments of
Robert L. "Pope" Powell, distinguished citizen and devoted member of his
community

WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to pay tribute to
citizens of the State of New York whose lifework and civic endeavor
served to enhance the quality of life in their communities and the great
State of New York; and
WHEREAS, Former members of the Armed Services from the State of New
York, who have served so valiantly and honorably in wars in which this
country's freedom was at stake, as well as in the preservation of peace
in peacetime, deserve a special salute from this Legislative Body; and
WHEREAS, Having exhibited their patriotism both at home and abroad,
these men and women demonstrated their love for their country and merit
forevermore, the highest respect of their State and Nation; and
WHEREAS, The late Robert L. "Pope" Powell will be honored on Monday,
February 6, 2012, at the Albany County "Honor a Veteran Ceremony" to be
held at Zaloga Post 4 in Albany, New York; and
WHEREAS, Robert L. "Pope" Powell of Albany, New York, died on Septem-
ber 6, 2011; born on July 7, 1947, in Suffern, New York, he served in
the United States Marine Corps from July 1967 to September 1968; and
WHEREAS, During his active duty military service, Robert L. "Pope"
Powell served in Company D, 1st Battalion, 3rd Marine Division in Viet-
nam; he received the National Defense Service Medal, the Vietnam Service
Medal with one star, the Vietnam Campaign Medal and the Good Conduct
Medal; and
WHEREAS, Robert L. "Pope" Powell worked as a professional cook and a
substance abuse counselor at the Bridge Center; and
WHEREAS, Active in his community, Robert L. "Pope" Powell was a member
of the Tri-County Council Vietnam Era Veterans, Marine Corps League and
Vietnam Veterans of America; in honor of his lifetime achievements, a
room was dedicated to "Pope" in Vanderheyden Hall; and
WHEREAS, Robert L. "Pope" Powell is survived by his wife, Diane, and
by his children, Kelly, Dan, Lori, Lachesha and Sara; now, therefore, be
it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
celebrate the life and accomplishments of Robert L. "Pope" Powell,
distinguished citizen and devoted member of his community; and be it
further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to the family of Robert L. "Pope" Powell.