Photo by Mary Powers 2004
William T. Powers, the engineer/psychologist who developed Perceptual Control Theory (PCT) passed away on May 24, 2013 at the age of 86. He will be laid to rest next to his wife, Mary, in a cemetery overlooking the city of Durango, CO. His work will continue, pursued by those who came to know Powers and PCT. His theory will someday receive the recognition it deserves, and so will he.
For Bill’s personal site, click here
For the 2003 Festschrift to Bill, click here
For tributes to Bill upon his passing, see below
Philip J. Runkel’s tribute to Powers while they were both alive here.
Martin Taylor’s tribute to Powers here.
Aldine 1973, Benchmark 2005
Link to About Bill Powers at livingcontrolsystems.com here.
Link to Bill Powers at pctweb.org here.
Outpouring of tributes following Bill’s passing, May 24, 2013 here.
Obituary published in the Durango Herald, June 1, 2013 here.
Obituary published in the Boulder Daily Camera, June 2, 2013 here.
Obituary published in the Chicago Sun Times, June 30, 2013 here.