Comment by misterhinkydink on December 4, 2007 at 8:51am

Powdrell's was the first place I ate when I moved here. RIP, Mr. Powdrell.

Comment by Karen Fayeth on December 4, 2007 at 2:55pm

Wow. That breaks my heart. He was a good man. My thoughts go out to his family.

Wish I could enjoy a nice plate of barbecue today in his honor.

Comment by psychomom on December 4, 2007 at 5:12pm

I totally agree that Powdrells is the "best barbeque in town!"

Thank you Mr. Powdrell and RIP

Comment by magoo on December 4, 2007 at 9:00pm

I was talking to my dad earlier tonite (he is transplanted to Portland, OR), and was letting him know about Mr. Powdrell passing away.....he told me about calling on Pete at his 4th street location back in 1980 to sell him dinnerware, said he was one of the nicest men he ever met, honest and straightforward, no games or pretense.....

Comment by Izquierdo on December 6, 2007 at 10:39am

Beyond barbecue, we should not forget Pete Powdrell's contribution to sports in Albuquerque on the gridiron, hardwood and cinders through his extended family, who thrilled fans at Lincoln, AHS, Highland, UNM and many other venues in the Duke City.

Comment by Dr Dan on December 12, 2007 at 8:44pm

My favorite Pete story was in the mid 90's when there was some event at the Civic plaza during lunchtime, and Powdrell's was setting up a stand and he was in his usuall overalls standing off to the side greeting people and his wife was running the show. He moved a few times from his spot and his wife admonished him, much to the delight of the people there. He was quite a man who left a large shadow in this community.

Comment by Diego on December 27, 2007 at 1:35pm

The first time I ever ate a catfish sandwich was at Powdrells, I was with your dad. RIP Mr Powdrell

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