Kristen Mary (Gifford) Powell

Kristen Mary Gifford Powell

1967 ~ 2025

A shining star has blessed this earth for 57 years. A beloved wife and mother, Kristen Gifford Powell, will be a cherished memory for all who had the honor of knowing her. Given to laugh and love without restraint created a safe space for others to feel accepted, nurtured, and at peace in her presence. She knew just how to ease the moment and break the ice. Her friendship was offered freely to all because she recognized the worth of every soul in her presence. Kristen’s commitment to Jesus Christ defined her thoughts, words, and deeds -- a unique woman of beauty, dignity, grace, and truth. She loves the lord and loves people. Now, unfettered from the chains of mortality, she is free to minister to her family in the divinely designed ways our Father in Heaven has prepared for her. As Kristen’s husband of 34 years, I have been reassured that her faithful legacy continues through her posterity and that it will bless generations without number. – Your One and Only, - Christopher James (56)

My Mama, my best friend, my safe place, my mirror, my home, my person. We walked each other through the darkest of storms. Your strength carried me. Your love was soft and fierce all at once, the kind that holds you together when you’re falling apart. You were radiant—the brightest of lights, the most intelligent, witty beyond all, hilarious, and the most beautiful. All the pups in the world will miss you greatly, but my Belle and Fawkes feel your absence to their core. Thank you for giving me the most precious of gifts: you. ILYSB. Always. - Cassandra Marie (33)

You gave ALL of your love, ALL of the time. Always putting everyone around you first. You cared so deeply for your family and you served endlessly. If it mattered to me, it mattered to you. You were everything I aspire to be. A spiritual giant. A forgiving friend. A listening ear. I will miss you and your guidance with my whole being. All of MY love, all of the time my sweet mama! - Riley Kate (31)

Momma :) A selfless caregiver & royal treasure. You lived with grace & have a smile that lights up the world. With boundless charity, you succor the weak & inspire the strong. Faithfully, you inspire hope & peace forever. You are my sunshine, I love you! - Blake Christopher (28)

My Mother is the joy of my life. Her stunning smile. Her genuine laugh. Her lasting hugs. With every heartbeat I feel her love. How sweet it is that Heaven now gets to experience the gentle peace, passionate kindness, and shining countenance that is my Angel Mom. She will forever be my most beautiful sunset on the edge of the ocean. Peace & Progress. Love, your son eternally, - Adam James (26)

My dear Mama, my beautiful goofball of a mother, the strongest rock I had to lean on, my biggest supporter in every sport, in every job, in every relationship, and in every decision in my life, the happiest ray of sunshine, the best giver of hugs, my loyal friend, my loving mother, my consecrated mom, my protective mama bear, thank you. Thank you for everything. I love you so much and will miss you even more. TTYLT mama, - Isaac Lawrence (22)

Funeral services for Kristen will be held on Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 11:00 am in the Cedar Hills West Stake Center Chapel, located at 4580 West Cedar Hills, Drive, Cedar Hills, Utah. Family and friends are invited to attend a visitation on Monday evening from 6:00-8:00 pm at Warenski Funeral Home, 1776 North 900 East, American Fork, Utah and also, at an additional visitation on Tuesday morning from 9:30-10:30 am prior to service at the church.

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