It is with great sadness that the family of the late Wallace Powell, age 72 years, of Change Islands, NL announce his passing at the James Paton Memorial Health Centre, Gander , NL on Friday, April 19, 2024.
He is predeceased by his parents Archibald & Irene, and brother Harris (Eileen).
Left with fond and loving memories are his siblings Donald (Elaine), Ross (Angela), Florence, Joan (Ray), Rodney (Paula) a number of nieces, nephews, cousins and a large circle of extended family and friends.
Resting at St. Margaret's Anglican Church, Change Islands, NL. Public visitation will be held on Monday, April 22, 2024 from 6-9 p.m. Funeral service will take place from the church on Wednesday, April 24, 2024 at 12:30 p.m. with Rev. N. Buffett officiating.
Donations in Wallace's memory may be given to the Anglican Cemetery Fund, Change Islands, NL.
Wallace was a very quiet, kind, friendly man a friend to everyone. He left home at a early age of 14 years, moved to Lewisporte, NL to further his education. Worked at various jobs including the fish plant, lake boats out of Ontario for a few years. Had a passion for cooking, painting, cutting fire wood, but mostly enjoyed the outdoors riding his quad.