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Philip True Obituary
1930 - 2015
AUGUSTA - Philip C. True Sr., 85, died on Monday, June 30, 2015, at the Maine Veterans Home in Augusta. He was born in Gardiner on March 21, 1930, to Orin and Mildred (Doe) True. He attended Windsor schools and graduated from Erskine Academy in 1949.
He met his future wife Earlene (Gaslin) True when they both were students at Erskine. Phil and Earlene were married on Oct. 21, 1952, in Augusta.
He was predeceased by his parents; a sister, Barbara Tabb; and his wife, Earlene. He is survived by his son, Philip C. True, Jr., and his wife Deborah of Augusta; and his grandson, Cory True of Manchester, N.H. He is also survived by a sister, Madeline Tabor of Nevada; and several nieces and nephews.
Private graveside services will be held at the convenience of the family at Dyer Hill Cemetery in Windsor. Online condolences may be offered to the family at www.
directcremationofmaine.com
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Memories and Condolences
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Tammy Beaudry
July 28, 2015
Im so sorry for your loss,my thoughts are with you and your family.
Shirley & George Bolduc
July 13, 2015
Hi Phil and Debbie: Just found out that your dad passed away. As you know we loved him dearly. We used to have such a great time camping, dances and visiting him often.
clarence&bertha thibodeau
July 8, 2015
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Clarence & Bertha Thibodeau
July 8, 2015
Dear Phil & Debbie: So sorry for your loss. We knew your Mom & Dad for a long time. You and your family are in our prayers. Love always, Clarence & Bertha Thibodeau
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