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Herbert E. Crocker Jr.

1955 - 2008

BORN

1955

DIED

2008

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53 Brunswick Avenue

Gardiner, Maine

Herbert Crocker Obituary

GARDINER - Herbert E. Crocker, Jr. 53, of Winter Street passed away Thursday, July 3, 2008, at the Hospice House in Auburn after a long battle with cancer.
He was born in Gardiner on March 26, 1955, a son of Herbert Sr. and Patricia Mallory Crocker.
He attended Gardiner High School and was employed at Bath Iron Works for 28 years.
He was a loving, father, grandfather, brother and son. Herb enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping and spending time with his family.

He was predeceased by his mother and his sister, Joann Ballard.
He is survived by his father, of Richmond; daughters Shellie Marie Buckmore and husband Stephen, of Farmingdale, and Shannon Marie Crocker, of Gardiner; three brothers, Richard Crocker, of Randolph, Bruce Crocker, of New Hampshire, and David Crocker, of Randolph; two sisters, Linda Rideout, of Springfield, and Ruth Bickford, of Pittston; two grandchildren, Emma and Ethan Buckmore; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.
Visitation will be held Wednesday, July 9, from 6-7 p.m. at Staples Funeral Home, 53 Brunswick Ave., Gardiner, where a memorial service will follow at 7 p.m.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Kennebec Journal on Jul. 5, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
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Sponsored by Autumn Brook,Shannon Crocker,and Shellie Buckmore.

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Autumn Brook

March 15, 2012

So many times I think about all the great memories and the best friend anyone could ever be blessed to have Herbie I hope you can hear words from Heaven my heart still speaks to you

Denice & Todd

August 8, 2008

Shannon & Shellie,
We've always told you guys that your dad was awesome. He'll be missed deeply and hold a special place in our hearts. Our thoughts and prayers are with you both in this time of grief. Keep his memory alive and it will bring you comfort. Laugh at the things he used to laugh about and it will bring a smile to your face. We are always here for both of you when you need us.

Autumn Brook

July 12, 2008

"Autumn Blessings for HERB"
Your spirit clothed my beauty
Slowly changing my colors
Walking hand in hand together
Touched with hearts of likeness
Like childeren we welcomed sunsets and sunrises
Laid down as One and marveled at the Heavens
Shared so many secrets
Tenderly wiping tears as rain from our faces
Gentleness is what you enveloped me with
Illuminating me with your presence
For all that I am or Become,You are a part of
My Beloved who embraced my seasons
I dedicate all the wonders of Autumn to You
Loving me is the gift you gave me
Feathers of Angels will rest on my limbs
As the wind caresses me like your breath
Let the stars sparkle your truth as I pray for you in the Heavens MY LOVE

I AM ONE WITH MYSELF AND ONE WITH ANOTHER
YOU FOR ME AND ME FOR THEE
All My Love, Autumn

Jessica McGary

July 11, 2008

Sorry to hear the news. I send my thoughts and prayers.

Shellie Buckmore

July 11, 2008

My dad was an amazing person, a wonderful dad, grandfather and friend. I could go to my dad for anything, whether I needed help with something around my house or for advice, or just to visit. He touched everyone he met, he was just a genuine, caring person with a really big heart. He will never be forgotten, and could never be replaced. I love you dad, I hope you find peace, and know that Emma and Ethan will grow up knowing they had a wonderful grandfather who loved them with all his heart.

Mary Dolan

July 10, 2008

Shannon and family,
I've been thinking of you all very much and praying for your peace of minds and hearts. Please know that I'm sending you thoughtful energy.

Joanne Beale

July 10, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Gail & Joe Mayo

July 9, 2008

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help at this time.

chri albee

July 9, 2008

Richard, we are sorry to hear that your brother has passed away...keep looking up.

Love-Chris and Traci albee

Buck and Terry Buckmore

July 8, 2008

Shellie and Shannon: We are very sorry to hear of your father's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Marcelle & Jeff Malinky

July 8, 2008

Dear Shellie and Shannon – So very sorry to hear of your loss. Jeff and I want you both to know that we are here should your need anything. Your Dad will live on though you both and his love will be with you always. This spring and summer as every year we admired the trees and flowers that he planted out here on the Pond Road. These plants bring the birds and butterflies, and little critters.

Chris & Clyde McMannamy

July 8, 2008

to Shellie and Shannon,
We are very sorry to hear about the passing of your dad. We know how close you were to him and loved him. May God be with you and comfort you at this time.

Melissa Baston

July 8, 2008

I am so sorry for your loss. I love you and am thinking of you in this time of sorrow.

Jennifer Ellis

July 8, 2008

Shellie & Shannon,

I am so sorry to hear the news. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.

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