John L. York

NORRIDGEWOCK – John L. York passed away with his wife and family by his side on Oct. 25, 2021 after a long and courageous battle with cancer. John was born in Jackman Feb. 16, 1961, the son of Colby York and Helena Jandreau.

He was predeceased by parents; and grandparents Leon and Phyillis Jandreau and Walter and Leona York.

John is survived by his wife and soul mate of 35 years, Debra York; his children Amy Bertone and husband Jason, Aaron Dionne, Todd Ward and wife Jessica; cousin, Leanne Jandreau; niece, Emma Perkins; aunt, Elayne Fitzpatrick and husband Joseph; grandchildren Dawson, Kaylee and fiancé Joey Godin, Mackenzie, Deyonce, Alivia, Jonathan, Quinten and Aura.

Throughout his life, John liked to build things, houses, bridges, hospitals, etc. He had a brilliant mind, a giant heart and always an opinion on the “right” way to do things. After graduating Upper Kennebec Valley High School in 1979, he held numerous trade jobs. He was self-employed as a carpenter for several years and then completed the electrical union apprenticeship program, was a member of IBEW Local 1253 and employed by Atwood Electric and E.S. Boulos as an electrician.

Visiting hours will be held on Sunday, Oct. 31 from 2 to 4 p.m. at Smart and Edwards Funeral Home, 183 Madison Ave. in Skowhegan. A funeral service will be held on Monday, Nov. 1 at 11 a.m. at Skowhegan Federated Church. Please visit http://www.smartandedwardsfh.com to share your condolences with John’s family.

In lieu of flowers, the family is asking for donations to an apprenticeship scholarship in John’s name. Please direct donations to Clara of IBEW Local 1253

at 207-453-1301.