Family and friends remember Nick Power as a gentle, warm-hearted soul whose presence brought light into every room and music into every gathering. Born in Tramore and later embraced by Galway’s vibrant trad community, Nick carried both places in his heart with equal pride. People speak of him not in grand gestures but in the quiet ways he made life better. They remember him walking Mucker through Kennedy Park and along Rahoon Road, always stopping for a chat, never in a rush, always ready with kindness. They remember the way he played the bodhrán with a soft confidence that anchored every session, and the way his smile lifted even the heaviest day. Nick’s life was one of generosity, gentle humour and steady friendship, and his family take comfort in knowing he was surrounded by deep affection both at home and across Galway’s music world.
Family, neighbours and musicians have shared memories filled with affection and gratitude. One friend wrote that his warmth lit up Irish music sessions in Galway and that a friendlier man one could never meet. Another said that Nick’s peaceful energy will be missed and that he was a pleasure to meet always. A musician remembered him as kindness itself and said that the trad community has lost a gentleman. Someone who shared a home with him in his younger years recalled how visitors always left smiling because he brightened every day. A final tribute came from a long-time friend who said that many roads were travelled together for music and that there was no better friend, no kinder heart and no man more deeply missed. These memories now form a tapestry of love that his mother Margaret, his sister Mary, his brothers Pidgeon, Pat and Perry, and all his extended family hold close as they say goodbye to a man who was cherished by so many.
Late of Kennedy Park, Tramore, Co. Waterford, and Rahoon Road, Galway City. Nick passed peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Sunday the 7th of December 2025. RIP.
Predeceased by his loving brothers Pappy and Charlie and his beloved father Paddy Jack.
Nick will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his heartbroken and beloved mother Maragaret, his sister Mary, his brothers Pidgeon, Pat and Perry; all his aunties, all his nieces and nephews and all his grand-nieces and grand-nephews. Nick will be fondly remembered by all his extended family, relatives, wonderful neighbours, and many many friends from Tramore and Galway and especially his best bud Mucker.
The Power family would like to thank with great appreciation all the staff in The Cedar Ward, University Hospital Waterford for the exceptional care Nick received throughout his time there.
Sin A Bhfuil
Nick’s reposal will take place in Falconers Funeral Home, Riverstown, Tramore X91TW21 on Tuesday the 9th of December from 5pm until 7pm.
All are welcome.
Nick’s Requiem Mass will take place on Wednesday the 10th of December at 10am in The Church of the Holy Cross, Tramore, after which Nick will be laid to rest in the adjoining Cemetery. Anyone wishing to attend Nick’s Mass online can do so by using the link below.
House Private Please.
Nick’s Funeral Cortege will pass the bottom of Kennedy Park at approximately 9:35 am and will then walk from Lodges Corner/Tramore Credit Union to arrive for his Requiem Mass.
Family flowers only please, Donations if desired to Waterford Hospice.
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