OBITUARIES for Thursday, July 6, 2023

RANDALL D. CLEMENT

FAIRFIELD – Randall “Randy” Dennis Clement, 59, passed away on Wednesday, June 7, 2023. He was born January 11, 1964, at Redington Hospital, in Skowhegan, to Dennis and Nancy (Rines) Clement.

He graduated from Skowhegan Area High School in 1983. He entered the service in 1985 and graduated boot camp as Outstanding Recruit. He served four years in the United States Navy aboard the USS New Orleans, LPH11 Amphibious Assault Ship as an Aviation Machinist Mate. Upon departure from the service, he worked in construction.

Randy and Sheila Dean Clement became parents in 1990 with the birth of their daughter Ashley. After his marriage to Roxie Moran Clement, their son, Jesse was born in 1999. Randy was involved in the Clinton Baptist church and served his Lord and Savior diligently.

He loved ice fishing, snowmobiling, four wheeling, and motorcycles – anything with an engine. His love of engines made him quite a daredevil throughout his life.

Randy was a prankster; he loved having fun, teasing and making people laugh. A storyteller, he enjoyed sharing with family and friends. Sunday meals with family were very important, having everyone gathered around. Despite his large stature, he loved animals and had a soft spot for his pet cats, Snowshoes and Psycho.

He leaves behind his daughter Ashley Marie Clement and boyfriend Daniel Hearn; his son, Jesse Theron Clement and partner Kacey Winigar; stepdaughter, Kelli and her husband Chris Ramsook; stepson, Joel and wife Amber Moran; his mother, Nancy Rines Clement; a sister, Tammy and her husband Charles Jones; grandchildren, Zayden D. Corson and Karah M. Ramsook; nephew, Justin and wife Raquel Leusner Jones and his grandnephews Clark and Cedar; niece, Leilani Jones and fiancé Kevin Weeks; and many family members and friends.

He was predeceased by his wife, Roxie M. Clement; father, Dennis B. Clement; and granddaughter, Amelia K. Corson.

A celebration of life was held on Saturday, July 1, at Clinton Baptist Church.

He will be laid to rest alongside his wife at Maplewood Cemetery at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, for all the love and support they gave, the family would appreciate donations made to Temple Academy, 60 West River Rd., Waterville, Maine

RONALD YOUNG

CHINA – Ronald Young, 80, passed away on Tuessday, June 20, 2023. He was born in Albion, on July 19, 1942, the son of Winnie Hall Young and Warren S. Young.

Ronald Young of China, and Marietta, Georgia, was a devoted family man, a U.S. Air Force veteran, emeritus professor, and a sailor.

Ron had a career of teaching at Southern Technical College (now a division of Kennesaw State University) in Marietta, Georgia. Much of his spare time was spent sailing or restoring boats. He also collected cars and enjoyed his family and traveling.

He was predeceased by his parents, Winnie and Robert Milliken.

He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Ellen; his daughter, Alice Werner; son-in-law Victor Werner; and granddaughters Brooke and Laura Werner; brothers Enoch “Nick” R. Young and wife Sandra, Robert E. Milliken and wife Kathleen, Brian E. Milliken and Peggy Huff; along with numerous other relatives.

Arrangements are in the care of Lawry Brothers Funeral Home, 107 Main St., Fairfield, where memories may be shared, and an online register book signed by visiting http://www.lawrybrothers.com.

PETER RANCOURT

LAS VEGAS, Nevada – Peter Rancourt, 81, passed away Thursday, March 9, 2023, in Las Vegas, Nevada, where he had made his home for the last several decades. He was the only child of Bernard and Jeannette (Dusty) Rancourt, born November 27, 1941.

Peter was a 1956 graduate of Waterville High School, where he was a member of the debate team and manager of the football team. In 1960 he graduated from Northeastern University in Massachusetts. His career was in the field of computer system analysis.

He is survived by his son, Rain Rancourt and a large circle of friends in Las Vegas, Nevada. He also leaves many cousins throughout Maine.

Burial took place at St. Francis Cemetery, in Waterville, alongside his parents on June 28.

Arrangements are under the direction and care of Gallant Funeral Home, 10 Elm St., Waterville. An online guestbook may be signed, condolences and memories shared, at http://www.gallantfh.com.

A. ROBERT CASTONGUAY

WINSLOW – A. Robert “Bob” Castonguay, 98, formerly of 5 Lee St., Winslow, died December 8, 2022, in Richmond, Virginia. Bob was born April 18, 1925, in Waterville, son of the late Alfred and Bernice (Poulin) Castonguay.

A resident of Winslow for more than 82 years, Bob was an active communicant of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, and was employed by the General Services Administration and the Internal Revenue Service.

Bob cherished his time with family and friends, and was a devoted Grampy to his four grandchildren. Always on the go, Bob loved his “projects”, from building back yard playground sets for his grandchildren to helping out with home repairs and maintenance. Bob’s boundless energy and enthusiasm for projects were rooted in his love for the people in his life, in shared experiences and companionship.

Upon retiring in 1984, Bob became more active in wider community service that included assisting the elderly and the disabled. In March 1992, he was honored as a local winner of the Jefferson Awards for Outstanding Public Service, as one of the “Unsung Heroes” for his lifetime example of achievements and contributions through community and public service.

Bob served in the U.S. Army during World War II as a heavy machine gun squad leader in the European theater with the 20th Armored Infantry Battalion, 10th Armored Division. He returned to active duty during the Korean conflict, serving with the 33rd Infantry Regiment.

After his discharge, he served with several active Army Reserve Units, and as a Senior Instructor with the 417th Training Group 76th Division.

Over his distinguished military career, Bob’s awards and decorations included the Bronze Star Medal, Purple Heart Medal, Meritorious Service Medal, Army Commendation Medal, Army Achievement Medal, and the Armed Forces Reserve Medal, among others.

Always ready to serve, Bob was an active life member of the MacCrillis-Rousseau Post #8835 VFW, in Winslow, and of the Bourque-Lanigan Post #5, American Legion, in Waterville.

In addition to his parents, Bob was predeceased by his beloved wife, Maude (Douglass) Castonguay, whom he married July 4, 1951.

He is survived by his brother, Kenneth Castonguay, of Redondo Beach, California; son, David (Kathleen) Castonguay, of Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania, and daughter, Linda (Thomas) Nicholson, of Richmond, Virginia; grandchildren Benjamin (Erin) Nicholson, Emily Nicholson, Andrew (Jackie) Castonguay, and Samuel (MaryGrace) Castonguay; great-grandchildren William, Fiona and James Nicholson; sisters-in-law Sandra Macklin (David), of Hampden, and Sally (Peter) Enman, of Bangor; and many nieces, nephews, and other extended family.

At his request, there will be no public visiting hours. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, 26 Monument St., Winslow, at 10 a.m., on Monday, July 3, followed by a graveside service at St. Francis Catholic Cemetery, 78 Grove St., Waterville.

Arrangements are under the direction and care of Gallant Funeral Home, 10 Elm St., Waterville. An online guestbook may be signed, condolences and memories shared at http://www.gallantfh.com

In lieu of flowers, Bob’s family encourages donations in Bob’s memory in support of the Maine Veterans Home, Augusta, https://mainevets.org/donate-to-maine-veterans-homes-2/ , to the Veterans Services Foundation https://virginiaveteransservicesfoundation.org/donation/ in support of the Sitter and Barfoot Veterans Care Center, Richmond, VA, or to an organization of one’s choice.