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Fernando Legaspi Obituary
Legaspi, 77
SCARBOROUGH -- Fernando C. Legaspi, 77, died on April 22, 2011, at Gosnell Memorial Hospice House.
He was born in Cavite City, Philippines, on Jan. 25, 1934, the son of Francisco and Rosario (Calingal) Legaspi Sr. Fernando was raised in the Philippines, leaving to join the Navy during the Vietnam War. Later, he transferred to the Coast Guard and retired after 20 years of service to our country.
He worked for a time at W.H. Nichols as a machinist in the tool room and was very proud that he was able to retire at the young age of 53. Fernando enjoyed his retirement and spent his time traveling, playing golf, and collecting 'choo-choo trains.' He shared a memorable trip to the Vatican with his sister Ramona. Fernando loved dining out, cooking, and tending his garden and fruit trees at his home in Florida for the past 23 years.
Fernando, a devout Catholic, maintained his strong faith through prayer.
He was predeceased by his parents; sister, Ramona of Bradenton, Fla.; and brother-in-law, Benny. He is survived by his son, Tracy Lee Simoneau (Judith) of Saco; siblings, Felicidad Trinanes of Cornish, Felixberto (Terisita) of Portland, Felicitas Crews (Jerry) of Rusking, Fla., Rosario Eperanza of Saco, Roberto Legaspi (Olive) of Sarasota, Fla., Federico Legaspi (Emmy) of Oakland, Calif., and Fransisco Legaspi Jr. (Linda) of Gorham; grandchildren, Mandy James of Steep Falls and Curtis Simoneau of Saco; four great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be held from 6-8 p.m. on Sunday, April 24, at Independent Death Care of Maine, 660 Brighton Ave., Portland, where a memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, April 25. Interment with military honors will follow at Brooklawn Memorial Park. Arrangements are under the guidance of Independent Death Care, 660 Brighton Ave., Portland. To offer words of condolence, sign a guest book and share memories, go to the obituary page at www.independentdeathcare.com.
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Memories and Condolences
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John French
May 2, 2011
I was in the Coast Guard with Fernando, on the Cook Inlet based in Portland. He was my friend, and I always brought his name up over the years when speaking of my years on the ship. Rest In Peace Fernando my friend.
Roberto Legaspi
April 28, 2011
I was able to see my Uncle just hours before he passed away. I felt that he had waited for me to arrive before embarking on his journey to a better place. I wasn't able to remain in Portland for the wake and the funeral but was happy to hear of the outpouring from friends from wayback and his very honorable memorial service.
Colleen Langlois
April 23, 2011
While I did not know Fernando,I do know his brother Frank ( and I also knew Ramona) and so I wish to offer my prayers and condolences to all of his loving family. God Bless, Colleen Clancy Langlois
Dolores Daley
April 23, 2011
So sorry for your loss Tracy.He now joins all the other angels in heaven..Thoughts and prayers with you and the family.
April 23, 2011
Tracy and family: my special thoughts and prayers are with you at this time in your lives. It is never an easy time to deal with the loss, but it issome what of a comfort to know that the loved one is out of pain, resting in our makers arms. I will never forget "Tony" as I knew him and taking us to the beach and riding in the open air. (Convertable) so many years ago. Bless you Fernando, Rest in Peace.
Pam Chase Viles
Julia Simoneau
April 23, 2011
I am glad he is finally at peace. My deepest sympathy to the entire family.
Nono at the gulf of Mexico
Tracy Simoneau
April 23, 2011
My father was a guy who really was the captain of his own ship. He lived his life exactly as he wished, and has no regrets. He really liked the peaceful solitude that he found while tending his garden, connecting with God and nature.
April 23, 2011
My Father Fernando was a man that seemed to really be blessed.
He lived his live pretty much exactly as he wished to. He traveled the world both when he was in the Coast Guard
Tracy Simoneau
April 23, 2011
My Father Fernando was a man that seemed to really be blessed.
He lived his live pretty much exactly as he wished to. He traveled the world both when he was in the Coast Guard
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