Leonard Matthew Power

June 8, 1975 - November 25, 2024

Passed peacefully away at the Fort McMurray Regional hospital at the age of 49. Matthew leaves to mourn the love of his life, his darling Iuliia, and her daughter Melissa. Also leaving to mourn his mother Roseanne Power of Branch, Newfoundland; Uncle Wayne and Aunt Mary Power of Edmonton; Five brothers Justin (Lisa), Charles (Victoria), James (Barb), Simon and Patrick; Two sisters Vicki (Doug) and Elizabeth; as well as a large circle of family and friends. Matthew was fond of and will be sorely missed by his nephews and nieces: Brandon, Isaiah, Reagan, Braydan, Dylan, Zoe, Max, Harry, Charley Rose, Frankie and Dominic Sooley.

He is predeceased by his father Harold J, and sisters Brenda and Mary Kathryn.

Matthew was well known and loved for his infectious laughter, sometimes "in the fits" for no apparent reason. He loved to talk and share his many opinions with everyone who would listen. Even with a grim diagnosis, he never lost hope, kept everyone entertained, and was optimistic to the end. Matthew’s palliative room was the loudest and happiest room in the hospital where family and friends gathered and partied, until he finally needed to rest.

Matthew worked for the city of Fort McMurray for the past ten years and was very proud of his job. Thanks to his manager and coworkers, especially John, for all their support and visits during Matthew’s illness. The lunchroom is going to be very boring without Matthew around. Matthew’s family would like to extend a special thanks to Yolanda and BJ Coffey for their friendship and support through
all his treatments.

In 2022, through strong willpower and determination, Matthew conquered lifelong addictions and completely turned his life around. To anyone struggling with addictions, Matthew’s example shows, it can be done! He had big dreams and hopes for a bright future with Iuliia, which were sadly cut short. However, Matthew appreciated every day he had and spent every moment with Iuliia by
his side right up to the end.

Visitation to take place at Holy Rosary Church, Branch starting Sunday, December 1st. Mass of Christian Burial to be held at 10:30am on Tuesday, December 3rd at Holy Rosary Church.

Flowers gratefully accepted, or donations can be made in Matthew's memory to the Canadian Cancer Society.