Isabelle Cabello Powell

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Isabelle Cabello Powell

January 30, 1959 ~ January 28, 2025

 Isabelle was born in Liege, Belgium to Spanish-born parents, father Antonio Cabello Carrasco – (3/3/33 – 8/1/13), mother – Isabel Vasquez Barea (1/14/32 – 11/10/16).  Her childhood was challenging; however, she came through it only to blossom into the caring, loving and beautiful woman who, once known, could never be forgotten.

 Isabelle struggled her whole life with ailments that seemed to plague her but the causes were unknown. These issues exploded into a full-blown autoimmune disorder known as scleroderma, followed by Sjogren’s syndrome, arterial pulmonary hypertension, interstitial lung disease and a plethora of other issues. Isabelle was told by the doctor that she had won the lottery (which was amusing to Isabelle). Isabelle took her health issues with an open heart and lots of prayers. Isabelle’s last struggle was with cancer; she fought it hard and at one point it appeared to be gone, but came roaring back only to steal her away from all of us.

 Despite her health struggles, Isabelle was full of life. She courageously raised three strong daughters, creating wonderful memories with them. She could spark up a conversation with anybody. She loved to tell stories about her daughters, husband and her life experiences. Her stories were always filled with a beautiful blend of comedy, magic and a flair for the dramatic. Through it all she was vibrant, free, loving and fun. Her laugh and smile came through to whomever was lucky enough to experience it, leaving an indelible impression on all whom she encountered. There is something about Isabelle. Some romance … some power. For those who loved her the most she leaves this world a little too flat, too simple, too fair, too reasonable.

 Isabelle is survived by her husband Jenkyn A. Powell; daughters Jessica Imamura (Nathan), grandchildren (Carter and Marley); Vanessa Manisela (Julius), grandchildren (Kiara and Aaron); Kassandra Harrison, and (her stepchildren), Elijah Powell and Brin Bon, grandchildren (Noah, Aristotle, and Mary Francis).

Also, Joe Wills (divorced), and Eugene Harrison (deceased).

 A Mass was celebrated on February 11, 2025.

No flowers please, donations to the Scleroderma Foundation and/or the Huntsman Cancer Institute in honor of Isabelle Cabello Powell.  

Private interment for family only at Mount Olivet Cemetery.  Please pray for her.