James Alexander Veilleux

James Alexander Veilleux
1938-2015
WINSLOW - James Alexander Veilleux, 76, of Winslow passed away on Tuesday, July 28, 2015, in Augusta.
James was born on Nov. 4, 1938 in North Vassalboro. He graduated from Waterville High School, class of 1959. He was active in high school football, basketball, baseball, track, and cross country. His specialty was in cross country where he contributed in three state championships.
Jim was a retired member of the Maine Army National Guard, serving from 1957 to 1978. He retired with the rank of Staff Sergeant of Aviation Section 240th Engineer Group Headquarters. Jim was a graduate of Non-Commissioned Officers Academy in 1975.
He was a graduate of Mid-State College in Augusta, where he earned his Associates Degree in Computer Science. He was employed by C.F. Hathaway from 1959 to1995, with his last position as Cutting Department Supervisor. He attended Labor Management Seminars at Rutgers University and University of Maine.
Jim enjoyed hunting, fishing, playing cards, and playing pool with friends and family. He was a member of the Gardiner Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie 4330.
He was predeceased by his parents, Joseph and Clara Veilleux; and his long time loving companion, Frances Anderson. He leaves behind his brother, Alfred Veilleux and his wife, Maryanne; his nephew, Paul of Waterville; his daughter, Tammy and her fiancé, Bill of Chelsea, his two sons, David and his wife, Stephanie of Rapid City, SD, and Daniel and his wife from New Hampshire; several grandchildren; and great-grandchildren.
There will be a graveside ceremony scheduled at a later date for family and friends. An online guestbook may be signed and memories shared at www.lawrybrothers.com. Arrangements are by Lawry Brothers, 107 Main Street, Fairfield.

In lieu of flowers per Jim's request, donation may be made
in his memory to:
Harold Alfond Center
for Cancer Care
c/o Maine General Office
of Philanthropy
P.O. Box 828
Waterville, ME 04903