Catherine Barbara Power

Catherine Barbara Power
September 7, 1933-November 10, 2022

Following a brief illness, Mom passed peacefully away at Placentia Health Center, in the presence of her loving and devoted family.
Mom is predeceased by our father, Felix (Ray), her sons Raphael (Bud) and Patrick, her granddaughter, Kathleen, and her parents, Sarah and Andrew. She is also predeceased by her siblings Thomas (Susan), Andrew (Janet), and baby sister, Christina.

She has left to mourn her children Maureen (Gordon), Carolyn (Ian), William (Theresa), Janet (Barry), Theresa (Tony), Michael, Loretta (Ford), Howard (Michelle), Bernadine (John), 29 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren. She also leaves to mourn her siblings, William (Kay-deceased), Bride (Tom-deceased), Lena (Michael-deceased), Eileen (James), Patrick (Anne), Leonard, Sadie (Derek), Christine (Wayne), and Vera (Gary), and special Aunt Marcella Newhook. Mom will be greatly missed by her extended family and friends, especially the residents and staff of the Beachside Manor, Placentia, where she resided for the last 4 years.

She will be resting at Sacred Heart Church, Chapel Arm. Visitation will be held on Saturday, November 12th and Sunday November 13th from 1:00 -4:00 pm. A mass of Christian burial will be held at Sacred Heart Church, Monday November 14th at 1:00 pm. Interment to follow at St. Joseph’s Cemetery, Long Harbour Road. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Holloway’s Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers, donations are graciously accepted to the Autism Society of Newfoundland and Labrador.

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26 Comments

  1. Please accept our deepest sympathy for the loss of your loving Mother and Grandmother. Catherine was an amazing, loving, giving, mother and wonderful neighbour. We will always cherish our visits, the laughter and the fond memories we shared. May the good Lord comfort you all in this time of mourning.

  2. We are sorry to hear of Aunt Catherine passing .We take solace in the life she had and the people who loved her .We will always remember the Tea and Toast when we visited.Sandra fell in love with Catherine when they first met and mom asked that Stephanie take her second name .Thank you Aunt Catherine love always

  3. To All Family Members of Catherine Power! Sincere sympathy to everyone during this sad and difficult time – God Bless!

    Carmelita Bruce and family

  4. Sending my deepest condolences to all family members on the loss of a dear mom, grandmother, sister and friend. May your treasured memories help each of you through the sad times. Also sending a hug to my co-worker and friend, Loretta.

  5. So sorry to hear of Aunt Catherine’s passing.

    She was an incredibly strong woman and raised a wonderful family.

    Our condolences to the family

  6. Aunt Catherine was such a special person – always so welcoming to all of us when we visited. My father always had a soft spot for his older sister. You could tell when he spoke of her – she was special to him. Unfortunately he is not well enough to travel or even understand that his sister has passed – our entire family sends our condolences at this difficult time.

  7. We are thinking of all of you here in Toronto. Aunt Catherine was beloved by our Father and Catherine’s brother William, and by all of us. We share your grief and are sending love.

    Kathleen

  8. To the Power Family
    So sorry to hear the sad news of the passing of your Mom. She was a dear friend. Although we didn’t see alot of each other, we always kept in touch. May she rest in peace. God bless

  9. Heather and families, our sincere condolences to you all on your loss. May your treasured memories give you comfort in the days ahead. God bless!

  10. I was so sorry to hear of your Mother’s passing. Your Mother’s every need was taken care of by her beautiful family. Our deepest condolences to everyone at this difficult time. ♥️

  11. To Loretta and Family xx much love and prayers to you today and always. Your mother was an angel on earth the sweetest kindest little lady❤️She will be missed by all who had the privilege of knowing her. Thank you for sharing her xx

  12. Deepest condolences to all the family. We sure have lots of wonderful memories growing up in the same garden. Your mom was well loved by our family. RIP Catherine. ❤️❤️

  13. So sad to hear of the passing of your beautiful resilient mom. She raised a strong beautiful family and her legacy will live on in her children, her grandchildren and her great grandchildren. She always had a warm welcoming smile and we will remember her fondly. My God give you strength to help carry you through the next few days and weeks. May she rest in eternal peace.

  14. Our hearts and prayers are with you all. She was one of the nicest people we ever net always had a smile. heart of gold. Hugs to all the family.

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