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Clarence F. "Buster" Powers , 63, of West Danville, died Friday evening Feb. 23, 2007, at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center in Lebanon, N.H., following complications recovering from an auto accident in November 2006. He was born May 19, 1943, in St. Johnsbury, son of the late Clarence F. and Elizabeth (Lefevre) Powers Sr. Following the death of his father, Buster, or Buzzy as he was also known, was raised by his mother and step-father, Howard Jacques. A 1961 graduate of St. Johnsbury Trade School, Buster then entered the U.S. Army serving in Germany. On May 2, 1970, he married Theresa A. "Terry" Madsen. He worked for more than 30 years as an auto parts salesman, beginning with Caledonia Auto Parts in St. Johnsbury and later for Sullivan's Auto Parts in Lyndonville where he was still employed. Over the years, Buster was one of the best bowlers to bowl at Gold Crown Lanes in St. Johnsbury. He was the secretary of the Thursday night men's bowling league as well. In his free time he loved fishing on Joe's Pond. He played fantasy sports and was a New York Yankees fan. He was always willing to help friends, neighbors and anyone he met in need. Survivors include his wife of 37 years, Terry Powers of West Danville; two sons, Michael Powers and his wife Carrie of St. Johnsbury, and Eric Powers and his fiancée Amanda Shields of Concord; three grandchildren, Emma, Hannah and Gehrig Powers; and his many, many close friends. Friends may call on the family Thursday from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Guibord Funeral Home. A memorial service will be held Friday, March 2, at 11 a.m. at the funeral Home with Jane Larrabee officiating. Memorial donations made in Buster's memory may be directed to SAD-SAC, P.O. Box 8, St. Johnsbury, VT 05819.





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