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Joseph Ramsdell Obituary
He was born in Clinton on Sept. 6, 1940, the son of Claude and Mary Ramsdell. He attended schools in Clinton and was a lifelong resident of Canaan. He was a carpenter most of his life.
Joe loved spending time outside, making crafts for others, hunting, four-wheeling, playing horseshoes, bowling, and watching the deer. He loved spending time with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He was very giving of his time and was always thinking of others before himself.
He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Judy; two sons, Joseph Ramsdell Jr. and his wife, Kelly, of Canaan and Bernard Ramsdell and his wife, Laura, of Canaan; four grandchildren, Joseph Ramsdell III and his wife, Ashley, of Skowhegan, Matthew Ramsdell of Portland, Casey Marquis of Pittsfield, and Blake Bisson of Belgrade; four great-grandchildren, Cody, Connor, Joey and Harper; two sisters, Myrtle Ramsdell and Phyllis Anderson and her husband, Ivan, all of Canaan; and many nieces and nephews.
Friends may visit from 4 to 6 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 14, at the Shorey-Nichols Funeral Home, 191 Hartland Ave., Pittsfield. A funeral service will take place at 2 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 15, at the funeral home with the Rev. Kevin Brooks officiating.
He was predeceased by his parents and his sister, Helen Bowley.
Friends who wish may contribute to the Canaan Fireman's Auxiliary, P.O. Box 488, Canaan, ME 04924, in honor of Joe's memory.
To sign an online guestbook, please visit www.shoreynichols. com.
Care for the Ramsdell family has been provided by the Shorey-Nichols Funeral Home, Pittsfield.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Joseph Ramsdell
ella pollard
February 20, 2009
judy, this is ella mae. i was just talking to my sister betty & she told me about joe. i am so sorry to hear this awful news. i hope GOD gives you the strength to get thru this. love ella mae (bennett) now (pollard)
Dwain Jacobson
February 17, 2009
Aloha Judy: So sad to hear of Joe, so many great memories of our growing up those can never be taken away but will miss him on my visits,will look forward to seeing you.
Love and Aloha
Jake and Jo.
David & Annie Parsons
February 16, 2009
Judy,
We were so sorry to hear about your Joe. You were in our thoughts all week sorry the business kept us from being there to help you through this terrible time in your life knowing how much that man ment to you.
You had that something special together that some people can never find hold on to that when your memories flood your day cause you were loved girl.
Come by to see us you know where
we will always have a cup of coffee waiting and a great BIG HUG.
WE lOVE YOU. David & Annie
Bob & Rhoda Daigle
February 15, 2009
Judy, Bernie, Laura & Blake,
So Sorry to hear about Joes passing. We've just learned of your loss today (Sunday) and regret we hadn't been able to send our condolences sooner. If anyone needs anything please let us know, we would like to help in any way possible.
Richard & Helen Welch
February 15, 2009
We would like to extend our deepest sympathy for your loss. He will be missed by all you knew him.
David and Kim(Holt) Foster
February 14, 2009
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Stephen Friend
February 14, 2009
Hey Joe&Bernie,
Wanted to let you know we are thinking of you guys, and send u are deepest condolences. Just the few times that I talked with your dad you could tell he was a special person, dad, husband, grandfather, etc..
he will be dearly missed
Stephen,Angela,Isaac,Oakley
Betty & Arthur Gagne
February 14, 2009
Dear Judy & Family,
I'm so deeply sorry to hear about the loss of your Joe, I know he suffered many times, but yet he was still too young to leave this world, My thoughts & prayers are with you & your family, if need a friend to talk to just stop by the doors are always open, I pray God will give you the strength to get through all this. Love & Prayers
Stanley and Una Shakespeare
February 13, 2009
We are sorry to here of Joes passing. Our thoughts are with all of you at this time of loss.
bub&wanda
February 13, 2009
judy we are so sorry to hear of your loss if there is anything you need just let us know we love you sis we will miss joe very much.
Sonny & Terrie Reynolds
February 13, 2009
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
marie sherburne
February 13, 2009
thinking of all of you in this sad time . marie
dewey stetkis
February 13, 2009
Joe was one fine man,our prayers go out to his wonderful family. He will be sadly missed on the bowling alleys.
Bruce & Barbara Campbell
February 13, 2009
Our prayers and thoughts go out to you and your family at this difficult time. Bruce will always remember playing horseshoes with your Dad and how much he enjoyed his family!
Carolee Bisson
February 13, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
AL CAIN
February 13, 2009
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
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