Michael "Mike" Powers

Michael Powers, 64, of Crystal Lake, passed away March 9, 2016 at Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital. Born August 14, 1951 in Chicago; he was the son of Frances Livingston. He married Joanell Cole Sullivan on August 10, 1991 in Crystal Lake.

Mike was a graduate of Glenbard East High School, class of ’69 and Monmouth College where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in English and Theology.

He was a former English teacher at Cary Grove High School, owner of American Pie Pizza of Crystal Lake and a sales representative for The Hode Group, Inc.

Mike was a lifelong White Sox fan and a Parrothead who enjoyed cooking. He was a marvelous chef, but he would often say that he was “just a cook”. He also enjoyed golfing with his friends and spending time with his family.

Survivors include his wife of 24 years, Joanell Powers; children, Bryan (Sarah) Powers and Lindsey (Jeff) Stevens; grandchildren, Allegra, Reid, Violet and Madison; mother, Frances Livingston; sister, Kathy (Rick) Rohlfing; brother, John (Yoriko) Livingston and many friends.

He was preceded in death by his brother, Nicholas Polito.

Visitation 2 p.m. until 5 p.m. Saturday, March 12th, at Querhammer & Flagg Funeral Home, 500 W. Terra Cotta Avenue, Crystal Lake. Memorial service 3 p.m. Sunday at St. Ann's Episcopal Church, 503 W. Jackson Street, Woodstock; Rev. Pat Conley officiating. Online condolences may be submitted at www.querhammerandflagg.com.