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Richard Bois Obituary
He was born in Dover, N.H. on April 21, 1941, the son of Edgar W. Bois and Cora L. (Charron) Bois. Dick grew up in Dover, N.H., where he graduated from Dover High School. After high school, he enlisted and proudly served in the U.S. Navy as a Machinist's Mate aboard the aircraft carrier USS Wasp (CVS-18). Following his discharge from active duty, Dick worked as a machinist at the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard. Desiring to be his own boss, he left the shipyard and created Bois Construction Company, building residential structures. He worked alongside his then wife, Darlene, who served as realtor. Due to injuries, Dick was forced to give up the construction business. He and Darlene purchased and operated the Footbridge Motel in Ogunquit for over 20 years.
In his free time, Dick enjoyed snowmobiling, and was a member of the High Pines Snowmobile Club. He was an avid gardener and was always planting something. Fishing, hunting, hiking, biking, and cross-country skiing satisfied his passion for the great outdoors. He enjoyed building powered remote-control airplanes and making toys for his grandchildren.
Dick was active in several endeavors, including volunteering his talents to Habitat for Humanity. He was also a member of the Lion's Club and was a communicant of Holy Spirit Parish/St. Mary's Church in Wells.
Dick is remembered for his infamous stories, his laughter and his big smile, his need to putter and his ability to fix just about anything. He loved his family, friends and community, and helping others, he will truly be missed.
He is predeceased by the mother of his children, Darlene Bois; his sister, Gabriel Thorpe; and his niece Kimberly.
Dick is survived by three daughters, Michele Bois-Gilbody and husband David of Freeport, Maine, Renee Johnson and husband Scott of Tyngsboro, Mass., Sherri Simmons and husband Jeffrey of Columbia, S.C.; his son, Richard J. Bois, Jr., and wife Susan of Ogunquit; eight grandchildren, Nicole, Hannah, Hayley, Xander, Cassy, Tristan, Matthew and Megan; three great grandchildren, Rose, Silas, and Owen; six nieces and nephews: Carol, Stan, Richard, Chad, Robbie and Timothy.
SERVICES: The family will receive guests from 10:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. on Friday, Sept. 6, 2019 at Holy Spirit Parish/St. Mary's Church, 236 Eldridge Road, Wells, where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Burial will be at a later date in Ocean View Cemetery, Wells. Should friends choose, memorial donations in his name are encouraged to: Mother Seton House, Inc., PO Box 673, Fryeburg, ME 04037; or Holy Spirit Parish/St. Mary's Church, 236 Eldridge Road, Wells, ME 04090, Attn: Jamaica Project.
To share a memory or leave a message of condolence, please visit Dick's Book of Memories Page at www.bibberfuneral.com.
Arrangements are in care of Bibber Memorial Chapel, 111 Chapel Road, PO Box 910, Wells, ME 04090. www.bibberfuneral.com
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Kathy Leathers
December 10, 2024
I have wonderful memories of the handsome Mr. Bois. We met in China, as at a Special Education Conference in the late '80's.
May he always rest in peace.
Peter Colarossi
September 5, 2019
My deepest sympathy to the Bois family. May your Dad, rest in the eternal embrace of our loving God. God give you his family and friends peace during this challenging moment. Mr. Bois was always kind to me. A very gentle soul. Peter(Joseph) Colarossi.
Becky Maloney
September 4, 2019
Richard always brought joy to the pool. In the 15 years that I have been there, I never saw him enter with anything less than a smile. He always took time to have conversation with me on his way in, as well as on his way out. He was friendly to all the other patrons. I admired his joyful attitude at all times (especially, so early in the morning!) Richard frequently asked me about skiing, yard work and how my back was. He even brought in a rake for me to try out because he thought it would be easier on my back. (He was right, by the way, and I went and purchased a rake just like it.) Richard was a thoughtful and kind person. He genuinely cared about others. I will greatly miss our conversations. The pool will feel an emptiness with him missing from the lane. I feel blessed to have known Richard. May the Lord comfort you during this difficult time. My prayers are with your family.
Sandy Austin
September 3, 2019
I am so sorry for your loss, my dearest condolences to the whole family. My husband Jimmy Austin worked in construction with Dick, when Jimmy and I first met.
Jonathan & Shirley Bourne
August 31, 2019
We send our sincere condolences to all of you children, grandchildren, we enjoyed being neighbors while your parents, grandparents owned the Footbridge...they were wonderful people, we shared many laughs and stories in those years...Dick will be missed, he was a great man...
John & Donna Trafton
August 30, 2019
It was a privilege to know this friendly, outgoing man, and we will miss him.
Tony Chamberlain
August 30, 2019
Richard Jr.,Michele,Renee, Sheri,
My condolences in the loss of your father. I was a classmate @ Dover HS 1960 with your father, he was a great guy and a gentleman always. My hope for all is that you find some comfort in the many memories and laughter that will be shared in this time of sorrow.
August 29, 2019
Thank you for your service.
The Bibber Family
August 29, 2019
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
August 29, 2019
Thank you for your service to our country. Rest In Peace.
The Bibber Family
August 28, 2019
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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