David Richard Powell

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved David.

David Richard Powell was born on October 13th, 1970, in Houston, TX to James and Roma Powell. At the age of three, they relocated to Las Cruces, NM. David graduated from Mayfield High School in 1988. David worked for The Power Center in Las Cruces for 15 years.

In 1999, David reentered College at NMSU and graduated Highest Honors with a Bachelor of Accountancy in 2006. He completed his Master of Accountancy in 2008. He then relocated with his wife, Katie, to Albuquerque, NM and worked in public accounting for 7 years. During that time, he earned a CPA license. He then left public accounting to pursue his career as the Director of Finance at the State Bar of New Mexico.

In 2024 David and Katie became legal guardians to their 17-year-old niece Anaya. His love and pride for her knew no bounds.

He is preceded in death by his Father, James H. Powell, as well as his Grandparents and many aunts and uncles.

He is survived by his loving wife of 22 years, Katie Powell, his niece Anaya, his mother Roma Powell, sister Cindy Peterson and husband Randall. His niece and nephew, Jared and Rylie Peterson and countless loved family members, friends, and coworkers.

A service will be held for David on February 28th at 2:00pm at Getz Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, we ask you to donate in his name to the Make a Wish Foundation or the ASPCA.