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George Buzzell Obituary
He attended school in Benton and Fairfield and then joined the Marine Corps in November 1954, where he was honored with the National Defense Service Medal, Korean Service Medal and U.H. Service Medal. In 1954, he married Annette (Joler) White, and they had seven children together. Then, in March 1981, he married Shirley Tardiff of Fairfield, whom he loved very much and shared a wonderful life of 30 years with.
George had many jobs over the years, including driving a truck, working for Keyes Fiber, Waterville Window, Avian Farms and delivering flowers for Flo's Flower Cart. He enjoyed the work very much and loved seeing the bright smiles that the flowers brought to people.
His hobbies included playing Wii bowling, being a frustrated but devoted Red Sox fan, avid reading, golfing and watching Patriots football games. He will be sadly missed by his canine companion, Casco, who was his pal and buddy and went everywhere with him. They especially enjoyed going for walks and rides in the car. George was a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars and American Legion of Fairfield.
He is survived by his loving wife of 30 years, Shirley Buzzell, of Waterville; his brother, Joseph Buzzell and wife Priscilla of Benton; his sister, Joyce Wheeler, of Norridgewock; nine children, David Buzzell and wife Manuela of Georgia, Richard Buzzell and wife Laurie of Clinton, Rose LeClair and husband Steve of Hinkley, Donna Melhuish of Pennsylvania, Anne Buzzell of Lewiston, Brenda Miranda and husband David of Florida, Steven Buzzell and girlfriend Michele Dubois of Waterville, Tammy Gannaway-Kerr and husband Chris of Pittsfield, and stepson Jeff Fortier of New Jersey; and stepchildren Cyndi Backer, Debbie Sullivan and Steve Poulin, of Oregon; 19 grandchildren, Aaron, Ashlee, Cameron, Casie, Chad, Courtney, David, Dustin, Garrett, Jamie, Jasmine, Krista, Macky, Melissa, Michael, Sam, Tiffany, Victoria and Virginia; and nine great-grandchildren. George was predeceased by his parents; two brothers, Erwin and Glenden; and two sisters, Leabell Eames and Evelyn Peabody.
In lieu of flowers, friends wishing may make donations in his memory to American Heart Association, Maine Affiliate, 51 US Route 1, Suite M, Scarborough, ME 04074; or to the National Breast Cancer Foundation, 2600 Network Blvd. Suite 300, Frisco, TX 75034.
A graveside service with military honors will be held at 9 a.m. Tuesday, May 3, 2011, at the Maine Veterans Cemetery in Augusta on Mount Vernon Road.
Arrangements under the care and direction of Dan & Scott's Cremation & Funeral Service, 445 Waterville Road, Skowhegan, ME 04976.
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Memories and Condolences
for George Buzzell
April 30, 2011
Shirley, I am so sorry to hear of George's passing. My thoughts are with you at this very difficult time for you. Jean Hill-DuBois from Salem, Or.
Deborah Lawler
April 29, 2011
A very sad loss....many prayers and open arms your way...Deborah Elliott Lawler
Leanne And Tim Spencer
April 29, 2011
Our heart and prayers are with the family..George was a good man and friend who we got to know working with him at Avian Farms. Loved the talks we had. He will be missed by many.
anne buzzell
April 29, 2011
My Dad was a special person, he was there for me through the good times and the rough times, always there with a shoulder to cry on when I needed it. He was selfless, a man with litte words but he was there for hugs and love. I will greatly miss my Dad for now he is as they say in a better place. I only wish I had had the chance to say goodbye but I know in my heart that he knew how much he was loved. I love you and will miss you terribly.
Ruth Holst
April 29, 2011
Shirley:
So sorry to read of George's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May each day be a brighter one with the wonderful memories you shared.
Scott & Ruth Holst
Chris & Cherri Elliott
April 28, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this time of sorrow.
Dan Turner
April 28, 2011
" My heart goes out to all of the Buzzle family , and friends through this sad time upon you all . Hoping that all the prayers were answered from above . May god bless you all. "
anne buzzell
April 28, 2011
my dad was a man with little words, didn't judge you, and loved you for who you were. if you needed help in anyway he was there even to led a shoulder to cry on. i will miss my dad very much but i know he is where he needs to be now. someday we will meet again. love you Anne
Dan S
April 28, 2011
Best wishes to all of the family at this very sad time. This is a was a very warm, personal and loving written tribute to George, which is clearly deserved. Dan S.
Barbara Simonds
April 28, 2011
So very sorry. My heart is with you and your family, Shirley. George was such a gentle, kind soul. He will be missed. Love you, Barb
Krista Miranda
April 28, 2011
Grampy, I will miss you more than words can ever tell you. You were one of the most amazing men i have ever met. I love you sooo much and you will forever be in my heart.
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