Obituary For Michael Frederick Power

Michael Frederick Power, age 47, died unexpectedly on January 31, 2021, at his home in Lanett, AL. He was a beloved son of Thomas and Betty, brother to Grey Power, loving husband to Nadeena, and selfless father to Harper (senior at Georgia Tech), Zade (senior at Auburn), and Brheady (sophomore at Auburn).

Michael was born in Bristol, TN on July 23rd, 1973. He graduated High School in Marshall, TX and attended The Georgia Institute of Technology from 1992–1996. Michael graduated with a Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering and soon after married the love of his life, Nadeena. After being in ROTC during his college years, he commissioned as a Logistics Officer in the United States Marine Corp where, after four years of service, Captain Power honorably discharged. He then worked for 9 years as an Electrical Engineer for Intersil in Melbourne, FL, where he also earned his master’s degree in EE. In 2009, he left Intersil to follow God’s calling and became a high school math teacher and coach. Coach Power taught high school math, from Pre-Algebra to Calculus, at Lafayette, Valley, and Beulah high schools where he also coached a number of sports: basketball, football, golf, and cross-country. In 2017, he was awarded Teacher of the Year for Chambers County. Coach Power was not only an active member of the community through the education system but was also active within his church. He and his family attended First Baptist Valley for ten years, where he and his wife served as Sunday school teachers, youth Bible study leaders, adult community group leaders, and where he also served as a Deacon. For the past year, Michael and his wife have been attending Auburn Community Church where he served on the parking team and his wife on the prayer team.

Michael is survived by his parents Tom and Betty, his brother Grey, his wife Nadeena, and his sons Harper, Zade, and Brheady.

The family will greet friends for Visitation on Thursday, February 4 from 6:00-8:00 pm EST at Bluffton Funeral Services in Lanett Alabama.

A memorial service for Michael will be held at his church, Auburn Community Church (323 Airport Rd Auburn, AL, 36830), at 10 CST/11 EST on Friday, February 5th officiated by Rev. Miles Fidell.

Auburn Community Church is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. Topic: Mike Power Celebration Of Life Time: Feb 5, 2021 09:45 AM Central Time (US and Canada)

Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86064447164 (clickable link below) Meeting ID: 860 6444 7164

A graveside service will be held immediately after at Hillcrest Cemetery in Lanett, AL.

Due to the Covid 19, Mask and social distancing will be required.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Mike Power EE 1996 Memorial Endowment Fund at Georgia Tech. Contributions should be made payable to the Georgia Tech Foundation, Inc. at 760 Spring St., Suite 400, Atlanta, GA, 30308. Or they can be made online at https://developemnt.gatech.edu/ways-give by going to the ‘Give Now’ tab. Please indicate the gift is for “Mike Power EE 1996 Memorial Endowment Fund” on your check or on the website.

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Guest Book

Nadeena-I am so sorry for your loss. You and the boys are in our prayers. Your family was a huge influence on my family in the Christian faith. Without you, we would not be where we are today. May God be with you and comfort you. Robin Chuck Haley and Drew KeenerH

- Robin Keener

We are heartbroken over this. Mike was a great friend and a great Christian example of a man to everyone he met. We bonded through basketball that lead to a friendship. I always had a great respect for his character and love of his sense of humor. I remember him telling me one time when he was home from college that he had met "the one" and he was right!! Your family has been in our prayers and will continue to be. Just wanted you to know he meant a lot to me. Rob Turner

- Rob turner

Nadeena, words can't express the pain we feel for you and the boys at the loss of Michael. Thank you so much for the powerful influence you have had on our girls, Andrea and Erika. They have loved you like family. We love you and pray that God will wrap his arms of peace and comfort around you now and in the future. Love and continued prayers, Paul and Susanne Hanson

- Susanne and Paul

Nadeena, I am so sorry to read about your loss of Mike. I know it must be devastating to you and your boys. Please know that I am praying for you and them. Ps. 27:13-14. R. Bob Mullins, Jr MD

- Bob Mullins

Nadeena, I am at a loss for words. Mike was always such an upbeat person who was ready to help anyone in anyway needed. You and him were such an inspiration to Andrew during his teen years at VBC! Mike exemplified to all of those young me what it's like to be a Christian man! I know Mike is with our Lord and Savior today! I know Christ's peace will engulf you all during this time! We will be praying earnestly for you and your family! Love you! The Allens

- Kerri Allen

Michael is with Jesus in glory. His life exemplified that of a good father, husband, soldier, coach, and Christian man. We pray that God will wrap his arms tightly around Nadeena, Harper, Zade, Brheady, Betty, Grey, and Tom. May God give each one peace and comfort and courage as they face each day ahead and proclaim the love of Jesus Christ to others. I love you all and respected your wishes this week. Grammie Darlene

- Darlene Flores

Miss Nadeena, my family's thoughts and prayers are with you and your loved ones at this difficult time. I only met you and your husband once, but during that brief encounter, I knew for certain he was a man of God. I pray for peace in your heart as I know you also love God and will lean into his loving arms to receive his grace and comfort. Donna Bell and Family.

- Donna Bell

Nadeena, I am so sorry to hear this. My prayers are with you and your family, especially your sons. There are no words to remove the pain but there is a great promise from God, we (believers) will be all together one day again! Pastor Greg Laurie I have often heard say that the time we will have together in the future in heaven is far greater than the time we spent here on earth. That is an awesome thing to look forward. I offer up prayer for God's Holy Spirit to surround and comfort your family. John 11:25-26 25 Jesus said to her, "I am the resurrection and the life. The one who believes in me will live, even though they die; 26 and whoever lives by believing in me will never die. Do you believe this?" Blessings, Dave Hess

- Dave Hess

Nadenna may God wrap you in grace and Love as you go through this time and your boys. Love Brenda Cole

- Brenda Cole

Betty,Tom,Grey,Nadeena, Harper,Zade, and Brheady, Keeping you all very close in our thoughts and prayers. love, Dee and Bruce Truckner Richmond,Virginia

- Dee and Bruce

Nadeena, our hearts break with yours. Covering you and your boys with Gods comfort and love and prayers. Know that we love you- Lee and Lisa Sellers

- Lisa Sellers