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MICHAEL C. "CHRIS" POWER

1934 - 2023

MICHAEL C. "CHRIS" POWER obituary, 1934-2023, Somerville, MA

BORN

1934

DIED

2023

FUNERAL HOME

George L Doherty Funeral Service, Inc - Somerville

855 Broadway

Somerville, Massachusetts

MICHAEL POWER Obituary

POWER, Michael C. "Chris" Age 89, of Somerville, formerly of Shanagolden, County Limerick, Ireland, passed away on July 31. Beloved husband of 68 years to Anna M. (Nolan) Power. Devoted father of Margaret Power and her late husband, Mark, Brendan Power, Joann Hablitz and her husband, Charlie, and Bridget Power. Loving grandfather of Ronny McCarthy, Matthew Power, Devin Power, and Ryan Hablitz. Cherished great-grandfather of Ronny McCarthy Jr and Braeden McCarthy. Dear brother of Jackie Power and his wife, Mary of Ireland, Celine Morrisey of England, Joe Power and his wife, Mary of Woburn and Ita Power of England; and he is predeceased by six siblings. Also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, and extended family members. A Funeral procession will be held on Saturday August 5th from the George L. Doherty Funeral Home, 855 Broadway (Powder House Sq.), SOMMERVILLE, at 9:00 AM. Followed by a Funeral Mass celebrated in St. Catherine Church, 179 Summer St., Somerville, at 10:00 AM. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend. Calling Hours will be Friday August 4th from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Services will conclude with interment at Knollwood Cemetery, Canton. Please meet directly at the main gate of the cemetery. In lieu of flower's contributions may be made in Chris' name to Mass Eye and Ear The Foundation of the MEEI, Inc., 243 Charles Street, Development Office, Boston, MA 02114. George L. Doherty Funeral Home Somerville, MA

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Published by Boston Globe from Aug. 1 to Aug. 3, 2023.

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Conan Power

August 23, 2023

Ar Dheis Dé go raibh a anam.

John, Nell O' Shaughnessy & family Co Cork Ireland.

August 14, 2023

To the Power Family, my Dad John O' Shaughnessy went to school with Chris in Shanagolden Co Limerick & were the best of friends, my Dad has lots of great stories about there childhood together. The O' Shaughnessy family send there deepest condolences to the Power Family. RIP Chris.

Jim Wolverton

August 11, 2023

To the Power family,
The Wolverton family in NJ would like to extend our deepest condolences on the passing of Chris. My mother, Bridget (Birdy) O'Shaughnessy grew up with Chris in Shanagolden. She always was talking about him. His name came up frequently in our home. Unfortunately, Birdy passed away in 2018. We did take her back home to Shanagolden. My father John has fond memories also.
All the Power family are in our thoughts and prayers.
John, Margaret, James, John Jr and Kevin. The Wolvertons.

Jim & Helene Hanifin

August 10, 2023

We just heard of the passing of Chris. We are so sorry for the loss of your husband and father. Chris was a great neighbor, friend and man. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.

Michael Kirwan

August 4, 2023

To the Power Clan,

We are sorry for your loss of such a kind Irishman. From Uncle Chris singing songs, to his funny stories or just making sure if you needed anything he would help. He had a huge Heart and will be missed! We are all Blessed to have had Uncle Chris in our lives with life long positive memories!

Kirwan Clan

Nancy Flinn

August 3, 2023

Anna, Margaret, Brendan, Joann, and Bridget,
Sorry to hear of your loss. May the memories of your husband/dad help you through this difficult time. He was kind, friendly, and fun to be around! We have fond memories with your family on Springhill Terrace!
Nancy (Buccelli) Flinn and Ann (Buccelli) Crowley

Group of 10 Trees

Dan Hartl & Christine

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Dennis , Maureen and family

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Charles Culhane

August 2, 2023

Power family,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. The ones we love are never forgotten they live within our hearts. May you know peace and comfort.

God bless,

The Culhanes

celine morrissey

August 2, 2023

Dear Anna and family I,m so sorry to here of Chris,s passing our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.
With love Celine and family

John L Sullivan

August 2, 2023

To the Power Family,
Sorry for the loss of your Dad. Moments like this hopefully bting strength to all of you as a family. As you are grieving embelish in all the good memories that he brought to all of you over the years.
God bless your Mom having shared 68 years of marriage together. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

John L. Sullivan

Jack Curtin

August 2, 2023

My deepest condolences to the Power family on the passing of my beloved Uncle Chris. My parents loved Chris very much, as I do, and I will always cherish the happy times we had together.

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George L Doherty Funeral Service, Inc - Somerville

855 Broadway Powder House Square, Somerville, MA 02144

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George L Doherty Funeral Service, Inc - Somerville

855 Broadway Powder House Square, Somerville, MA 02144

Aug

5

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St. Catherine Church

179 Summer St., Somerville, MA

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855 Broadway Powder House Square, Somerville, MA 02144

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