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William Guptill Obituary
Guptill, 83
WEST BALDWIN -- William O. 'Bill' Guptill, 83, of the Douglas Hill Road, died unexpectedly at his home on Aug. 9, 2012.
He was born in West Baldwin on March 31, 1929, the son of Roland and Doris Christie Guptill. He attended local schools and was a graduate of Potter Academy in Sebago.
He served in the Unites States Army and married Bessie M. Murch on Nov. 11, 1949.
Bill was always a hard worker and he owned and operated William O. Guptill Excavation Co. in West Baldwin for many years. He had belonged to the West Baldwin Fire Dept., the West Baldwin Grange and the Kezar Falls/Cornish Kiwanis Club.
He enjoyed hunting and fishing as a young man and later enjoyed traveling with his wife Bessie. They went on several Maine Line Tours including to Nashville, Branson and Niagara Falls. They also enjoyed trips each year to Cabbage Island and Owl's Head. Above all, he loved spending time with his family and will be sadly missed by all who loved him.
Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his brother, Kenneth Guptill; and an infant great- granddaughter, Melanie. Surviving are his beloved wife, Bessie Guptill; three sons, Ronald Guptill and wife April, Joel Guptill Sr. and wife Beth, and Steven Guptill all of Baldwin; a brother, Delbert Guptill of Florida, a sister, Glenna Peare of Baldwin; six grandchildren and 13 great- grandchildren.
Visiting hours will be TODAY, Monday, Aug. 13, from 1 to 2 p.m., immediately followed by a funeral service at 2 p.m., at the Watson, Neal & York Funeral Home, 71 Maple St., Cornish. Pastor Robert Irish will officiate. Burial will follow at the New West Baldwin Cemetery.
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Memories and Condolences
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Elana and Norman Powell
August 14, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Guptill Family in this sad and difficult time. Billy was a kind man and has found his place among the angels.
Miriam Davis
August 14, 2012
Bessy, My thoughts & prayers are with you and your family!
James and robin Howard
August 13, 2012
The Guptills
So sorry to hear the loss of Bill. He was such a wonderful man and neighbor. He will be greatly missed
Tanja Burnell
August 13, 2012
Steven & family
I just wanted to say that I'm very sorry for your loss. I know how hard things are right now but I know they will get better with time. Steve you are a very good man, just like your Dad. Thank you for always being there for me. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I'm always here if you need anything. Take care Steve, my heart goes out to you and your family. Sincerely Tanja
Terry Day
August 13, 2012
Joel & family
So very sorry for your loss. Its so very hard to lose a parent. It has been 20 years since Mom & Dad passed but it still hurts and we miss them every day. My heart goes out to you and your family, Billy was a good family friend and will be missed by many. Terry & Mike Day
Shawn and judy maddocks
August 13, 2012
Our prayers and thought are will the family. It's late Tuesday I was just told about his death. My husband will be saddened by his death.
We always have Billy do our work it started when we built our home in steep falls he's a good and honest man.
If his sons always stay as honest as guppy they will continue to be great men. Billy always made the boys tow the line. Lol we will miss him around here. Sincerely Shawn and Judy
Norman Blake
August 13, 2012
We've lost a good neighbor. Always a smile and a friendly word!
Karen Herring
August 13, 2012
I have so many memories of our families getting together. Years ago we spent a lot of time at our house with Aunt Bessie,Billy and our cousins. Time has a way of sneaking up on us. My prayers go out to Aunt Bessie and all our cousins and spouses.
Margaret Barnes Heath
August 13, 2012
I will always remember Bill and his wonderful family. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Arthur/Sharon Osgood
August 13, 2012
Our sympathy goes out to the family. May you find comfort in knowing that thoughts and prayers are with you.
Frank & Jean Murch
August 13, 2012
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