"My condolences to the Powell family. You are in my thoughts and prayers."

"SO VERY SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT ALEX. I DIDN"T KNOW HIM PERSONALLY, BUT THRU MY GRANDSON (COACH DAS). HE IS FLYING IN ON THURSDAY FOR THE WEEKEEND SERVICES. I ALSD KNOW HIS GRANDMOTHER BARBARA. GOD BLESS THE WHOLE FAMILY & HELP ALL OF YOU THRU A MODT TRAGIC TIME FOR ALL."

"My deepest condolences to the Powell family in this time of grief. Praying for peace."

"Semper Fi young Marine."

"We are certainly going to miss you Alex, especially your infectious laugh and great sense of humor."

"I am so very sorry to hear about the death of your son. He will be solely missed. You are in my thoughts & prayers."