BORN

1941

DIED

2017

FUNERAL HOME

The Fortin Group

217 Turner Street

Auburn, Maine

Henry Perrier Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Apr. 25, 2017.

SABATTUS: Henry Bertrand Perrier, 76, of Sabattus passed away Sunday April 23, 2017 at his home with his loving family by his side. He was born in Lewiston on February 28, 1941 a son of the late Bertrand and Marie Rose (Plourde) Perrier. He grew up in Poland and was educated in Poland schools. He graduated from Edward Little High School in 1960. In June of 1963, he went to work at Gould & Scammon, which later became Enefco, and retired as plant manager in February 2004. He married Joan Boutin on October 9, 1965. They made their home in Lewiston with their three children. After 21 years of living in Lewiston, they moved to Sabattus. Henry was in the Army Reserves (1125th). He was also a member of the Knights of Columbus council 106 in Lewiston.
Following their retirement, they wintered in Riverview, Florida for 12 years, where they made many friends. While Henry was younger, he took art lessons and became a wonderful artist sharing many of his paintings with family members. In his spare time he enjoyed working outdoors, gardening, camping, fishing, hunting and golfing during his retirement years in Florida. While the boys were young, he was involved in the Cub Scouts.

He is survived by his loving wife Joan of 51 years, a daughter, Celeste Sampson and her husband Dennis of Poland, his sons, Steven of Sabattus and John and his wife Roxanne Hardt of Sabattus. He also leaves behind three grandchildren; Jeremy Sampson of Poland, Faith and Noah Perrier of Sabattus as well as his sister, Pauline Kilgore of Poland, a brother, Richard of Allentown, NH, brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Andre and Monique Poulin of Lewiston and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, and in-laws; Jean D. and Lucienne Boutin, a daughter-in-law, Danielle Perrier, brother-in-law, Gaylen Kilgore and a niece and nephew, David and Pammy Kilgore.

Condolences may be shared with the family at www.thefortingroupauburn.com

Visiting hours will be held at Fortin\Auburn on Monday May 1, 2017 from 11-1pm with a Liturgy of the Word at 1pm also at the funeral home. Interment will take place at a later date. Arrangements are under the care of The Fortin Group \ Plummer & Merrill Funeral Home, Cremation and Monument Services 217 Turner St. Auburn, 783-8545.

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April 30, 2017

Hayley and Dan Dufresne

Dear Aunt Joan and family: Hayley and I wish to send you our deepest sympathy for your loss of Uncle Henry. Our thoughts and our prayers are with you.

April 29, 2017

Cecile LHeureux

Dear Joan and family, So sorry to hear of your great loss. Thoughts and prayers are with you.

April 28, 2017

Rita Tardif-Morin

Dear Joan,
Surprised and sorry to hear of Henry's passing. My condolences to you and your family in this time of grief...not easy. May fond memories give you strength.
Warm Hug,
Rita Tardif-Morin

April 28, 2017

Dear Family and Friends:

On behalf of Rev.Louis J. Fortier Council 106, Knights of Columbus, we offer our deepest heartfelt condolences to the family & friends of our dearly beloved Brother Knight, Brother Henry B. Perrier. May the soul of Brother Perrier rest in peace as he awaits the open Arms of our Lord & Savior, JESUS CHRIST.

Vivat Jesus,

Ivan G. Boudreau, Grand Knight, Rev. Louis J. Fortier Council 106, Prince of Peace Parish, Lewiston Basilica of Saint Peter and Saint Paul

April 27, 2017

Chuck & Joanne Cook

Joan & family:
A new star shines in the heavens. He shines for you & the love you shared.
We remember the card games and just visiting; enjoying one another's
company. Thank you for your friendship & your coupleness. Henry lives
on in each of you. God Bless
Love & prayers Chuck & Joanne Cook

April 27, 2017

Joan,
I am so sorry to hear of Henrys passing. What a Great Fellow. You and your family will be in my prayers.
Gretchen Spiegel - Riverview

April 27, 2017

Dear Joan,
I am so sorry to read of your loss.I have so often enjoyed seeing you both and sitting with you in church.
I have always thought we had a connection and so enjoyed your compassionate ways.
May God Bless You and Your Family.
My Sympathy to All.
Linda Neal
Wales,Me.

April 26, 2017

Darlene Stenback

I was so sorry to learn of Henry's passing. He had an infectious smile and I always enjoyed our visits. You both made me feel welcome as your new neighbor six years ago. I miss you both and will keep you in my prayers. Love, Darlene

April 26, 2017

Cherie Downing

A limb has fallen from the family tree. Hold tight to the memories. Lean on friends and family for strength. Take comfort in knowing you are in the thoughts and prayers of many.
Deepest heartfelt sympathy,
Cherie (Jordan) Downing

April 26, 2017

Gene & Andrea Bailey

We were so very sorry to hear of Henry's passing. He was a wonderful friend and we will miss him. We have great memories of the winters he spent down here with us. Prayers Love, Gene and Andrea

April 26, 2017

Anita Perrier

My sincere sympathy in your lost. I have been blessed to have had a wonderful and caring cousin like Henry for 75 years. He will be missed.
love
cousin Anita

April 26, 2017

Sonya Sampson

We are so sorry for your loss and hope you find comfort in a life full of wonderful memories. Sonya and Ray Sampson

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