Peter H. Powell Sr., age 88 of Needham, formerly of Wellesley, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 24, 2023.

Beloved husband of the late Suzanne (Stebbins) Powell. Devoted father of Geoffrey C. Powell and his wife Linda of Baltimore MD, Steven E. Powell and his wife Maribel of Westwood MA, the late Peter H. Powell Jr. and the late Suzanne S. Pickard, survived by her husband Gregory Pickard of Boston. Loving brother of the late Alfred Powell, John Powell, Barbara Good and Paul Powell. He is also survived by 12 cherished grandchildren and 10 adoring great-grandchildren.

Peter was a proud graduate of St. Sebastian’s School and College of the Holy Cross. After graduation, Peter Sr. served in the U.S. Air Force as a Radar Intercept Officer.

He had an accomplished 60+ year career at the family company founded by his parents, Charles and Lillian Powell. He will be remembered by many as having an impactful and positive influence on the transportation industry. He served in many capacities in the industry but always spoke fondly of his privilege to work with so many great people.

Peter and his loving wife of 56 years, Suzanne were avid golfers who most enjoyed playing with their family and cherished friends at Woodland Golf Club, Milton-Hoosic Club, Hatherley Country Club and Charles River Country Club.

Memorial Mass at St. John the Evangelist Church, 9 Glen Road, Wellesley MA 02481 Thursday August 24 at 11:00 am. Inurnment will be private.

In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy may be made in Peter Sr’s memory to: The Peter H. Powell Jr. Cancer Fund, C/O Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Development-Gift Donor Services, 3322 West End Avenue, Suite 900, Nashville, TN 37203.