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Donald R. Lovejoy
1926-2018
MADISON — Donald Rolfe Lovejoy, 91, passed away April 9, 2018, at Maplecrest Rehabilitation and Living Center in Madison surrounded by his family.
He was born Dec. 3, 1926, in New Portland, the son of Leon and Ina (Rolfe) Lovejoy.
He attended Central High School in North New Portland and on Dec. 9, 1949, he married Carlene Hargreaves in Kingfield.
He was a veteran who proudly served his country during World War II (1944-1946) as a seaman, second class in the U.S. Navy until his honorable discharge. During that time, he was presented with a Victory Medal.
Donald was employed as a foreman in veneer woodworking for 37 years at Solon Manufacturing until his retirement. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and was a avid Red Sox fan.
Donald is survived by his wife of 68 years, Carlene (Hargreaves) Lovejoy of Madison; two sons, Michael Lovejoy and wife Mary Ann of Edgewood, Md., and Kevin Lovejoy and wife Nancy of North New Portland; sister, Phyllis of Skowhegan; grandson Kyle Lovejoy and wife Kaylie of Athens; several nieces, nephews and in-laws.
At Donald’s request, there will be no visitation hours or funeral service.
In lieu of flowers, friends wishing may make donations in Donald’s memory to the Somerset Humane Society, PO Box 453, Skowhegan, ME 04976. Arrangements under the direction and care of Dan & Scott’s Cremation & Funeral Service, 445 Waterville Road, Skowhegan.
