Obituary: Richard L. Lavoie

Richard L. Lavoie, 87, of Berlin, passed away on Dec. 1, 2022, at Androscoggin Valley Hospital in Berlin after a period of failing health. Richard was born in Berlin on April 1, 1935, the son of the late Louise and Pauline (Guerin) Lavoie, and resided in the area all of his life. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, motorcycling riding, snowmobiling and ice fishing. He enjoyed woodworking and over the years built numerous cradles for his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He was known to help his neighbors during winter months with their snow shoveling and snow blowing.  He also helped deliver and worked for Senior Meals.

He is survived by his son Richard T. D. Lavoie of Berlin; his two daughters Mary Lavoie and Sally Bisson and husband Fred, both of Berlin; six grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren; a sister Barbara Couture of Berlin; nieces, nephews and cousins. He was predeceased by his wife Aurore Lavoie, and two brothers Lawrence and Theodore.