Fernand Rodrigue
1947 – 2016
WINSLOW — Fernand “Fern” J. Rodrigue, 69, passed away Nov. 23 at Maine Medical Center in Portland surrounded by his family.

He was born April 5, 1947, in Waterville, the son of Roland and Lorette (Duguay) Rodrigue. He was educated in the schools of Waterville and earned his GED. On June 4, 1966, he married Linda M. Wilbur at St. Francis Church.
Fern was a veteran who proudly served his country in the Army National Guard until his honorable discharge. He was employed for many years at Fort Halifax Packing and as a maintenance supervisor at a national sea food factory. Fern enjoyed camping, electronics, and family gatherings.
Fern is survived by his wife of 50 years, Linda M. (Wilbur) Rodrigue of Winslow; two sons, Daren Rodrigue and David Rodrigue, both of Vassalboro; two sisters, Nancy Wing and husband, Chris, and Ann Morneau and husband, Richard; two brothers, Ronald Rodrigue and wife, Karen, and Gerard Rodrigue and wife, Janine; six grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by a sister, Loretta Steeves and husband, Charles; brother, Donald Rodrigue; and his parents.
In lieu of flowers, friends wishing may make donations in Fern’s memory to the Humane Society Waterville Area, 100 Webb Road, Waterville, ME 04901.
Arrangements under the direction and care of Dan & Scott’s Cremation & Funeral Service, 445 Waterville Road, Skowhegan, ME 04976.