Lenious Clifford Power (L.C.), decorated World War II veteran, whose courage and humility continued to serve others long after the war, passed away Tuesday, April 21, 2015. He was 98 years old.

His loving wife of 71 years, Nadine McNutt Power; Daughter-in-law, Faye Reecer Power, and 10 brothers and sisters preceded L.C. in death. Left to cherish his memory are his son Mike Power, Daughter Lynette McKinney (Jim), grandsons David Power and Kyle McKinney, along with numerous friends and relatives.

Born on September 23, 1916 in Bracken County KY, L.C. was deeply dedicated to his family and church. As a family man he worked as many as three jobs at a time – without complaint – to provide his wife and children with a comfortable home and life. Despite his breakneck work schedule, he was still able to set aside time to nurture his marriage and raise his children with loving care.

L.C. Power epitomized the “Greatest Generation” as a proud Army veteran decorated with three Purple Hearts and the Bronze Star attached to Company M, 357 Infantry, 90th Division. He served in General Patton’s Army in the European theatre in the Normandy, Rhineland, Southern France, Central Europe and Ardennes campaigns. During his tour, he served as a Heavy Machine Gunner, and Rifle and Carbine Sharpshooter. Recently, L.C. Power was the inaugural honoree at the “Tribute to Troops Benefit” hosted by the Warrior Empowerment Foundation and the “Gratitude Grant Program” was established in his name.

As a member of Kenwood Heights Christian Church for over 60 years, L.C. was a devoted Christian and held numerous notable leadership positions, in addition to tirelessly raising and lowering the flag every day. In the 1980’s, L.C. was named Jefferson County KY Senior Citizen of The Year awarded by the honorable County Judge Executive, David L. Armstrong.

L.C. Power had an infectious and warm spirit. Notably, he was a jokester and gifted storyteller with the ability to captivate his audience, young and old. He often claimed his secret to longevity was a daily cocktail of “Vinegar, Honey and Warm Water”. It worked. He lived a long, fruitful life and the world is a better place because of him. He will be greatly and forever missed.

His funeral service will be at 11:00 am on Monday, April 27, 2015 at Highlands Funeral Home, 3331 Taylorsville Road, with burial to follow in Cave Hill Cemetery. Visitation will be from 2-8 pm on Sunday at Highlands.

The family requests that expressions of sympathy be made to Kenwood Heights Christian Church or the Warrior Empowerment Foundation, Inc. (www.wefoundationky.org).

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