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Ralph Gilcott Obituary

Ralph Harry Gilcott
1951 - 2015
SOLON - Ralph Harry Gilcott, 63, passed away on May 24, 2015, at his home in Solon. He was born on June 15, 1951, in Skowhegan, the son of Ralph Edward and Stella Sylvia (Lessard) Gilcott. He was educated in local area schools and graduated from Skowhegan High School.
He was employed for many years by Cianbro as a construction crane operator.
Ralph was an active member of the United Bikers of Maine, Maine Militia and enjoyed gold prospecting, motorcycling (loved to bike), and fabrication.
Ralph is survived by his son, Ralph Gilcott II and wife Melisa of Norridgewock, daughter, Shelly (Wooster) Corson and husband Mike of Madison; two sisters, Patricia Hayden and husband Robert of Cornville, Judith (Mayola) Gilcott and husband Frank Bushey of Fairfield, brother, Robert Ernest Gilcott and wife Cindy of Norridgewock; and long time friend, Mike Poulin of Skowhegan.
The family would like to express special thanks and gratitude to hospice and Wanda Salsberry for all of the loving care and support given to Ralph during his illness.
A Celebration of Life will be held Sunday, June 7, 2015, at 1 p.m. at Robinson Lookout in Solon. Arrangements under the care and direction of Dan & Scott's Cremation & Funeral Service, 445 Waterville Rd., Skowhegan.

In lieu of flowers, friends
wishing, may make donations
in Ralph's memory to
Mike Poulin
888 Canaan Road
Skowhegan, Maine 04976

Published by Central Maine from May 27 to May 28, 2015.
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Ralph was a good friend and co-worker at Cianbro. I always enjoyed spending time with him. I shall miss him. We have to remember there is a time to be born and a time to die and GOD keeps the calendar. Mike and Sonya Hooper

June 3, 2015

Bob and family, So sorry for your loss. Thinking of you during this most difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Wendell & Linda Davis

May 29, 2015

so very sorry for your loss didn't know him but knew many of you my heart and prayers go out to you all

Nancy Lord

May 28, 2015

Sorry for your loss,he will be greatly missed.I had a few good rides in that old chevy years ago.

Ron Corson

May 28, 2015

So very sorry for your loss. Our hearts to go out to all.

Whiting Family

May 28, 2015

Shelly, sorry about the loss of your Dad.

Janet Dawes

May 28, 2015

I'm so sorry to hear of your passing Ralph. God Bless and May You Rest In Peace. Love and Hugs to you and your family, until we meet again.

Michelle Sweet

May 27, 2015

My thoughts and prayers go out to the Gilcott
Family.

Lois Crocker

May 27, 2015

Rest in peace Uncle Ralph.. so sorry for your loss Ralph Jr.

Lisa Weeks

May 27, 2015

It's a sad day hearing of the loss of a friend, R.I.P. Ralph. Thoughts and prayers go out to the Gilcott family.

Louis Bouchard

May 27, 2015

We are so sorry for your loss of a wonderful man. We had lost touch with Ralph over the last few years and had no idea he was ill. Had we known we would have been there for him and you his family. He said and did many great things for our family over the years and he had great wisdom which he shared willingly with those who had the wisdom to ask. We will miss him very much. If we can help in any way please let us know.

Patricia Bixby

May 27, 2015

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Kenny & Mary True

May 27, 2015

I knew Ralph for over 20 years and was shocked to hear his illness got the best of him. I will always remember his stories. Deepest sympathy to Ralph Jr, Shelly, family, and friends. May you R.I.P. my friend.

Jason and Jeanice Ireland

May 27, 2015

So very sorry for your loss we loved and missed him over the last few years we had lost touch. A great friend and we will miss him. We had no idea he was ill or where to find him. If we did not have a family funeral to attend on the same day we would be there to remember him. Please let us know if we can help in any way.

Richard and Patricia Bixby II

May 27, 2015

Ralph was one of my absolute favorite regulars at the Hinckley General Store, when I worked there. He actually gave me a ride on his bike, it was the first time I had ever been on a motorcycle and he sure did show me how to love it! He was a funny and happy guy, there wasn't a time he didn't come in get a bag of chips and papers and say hello with a smile! He will be missed by many! So sorry for your loss.

Lindsey

May 27, 2015

Ralphie, so sorry for the loss of your dad..........He was a character that loved to have fun.....I'm sure he is giving God a run for his money. He will be missed.

Arnold & Judy Rollins

May 27, 2015

Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.

larry peters

May 27, 2015

My Deepest Sympathy to Ralph family in the loss of a wonderful person may he RIP.

Susan Hunnewell

May 27, 2015

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