SKOWHEGAN/Millinocket – Richard “Dick” Alan Eaton passed at the age of 75 on Sept. 1, 2022 at his home in Skowhegan with his devoted wife of 54 years, Linda, by his side.

Richard lived a full, happy and healthy life until about two months ago. Cancer ended his life abruptly and way too soon. He will forever be loved and missed. Richard was born on July 19, 1947 in Millinocket, son of Kenneth and Anne (Moore) Eaton. He graduated from Stearns High School.

Richard worked as a papermaker for Great Northern Paper Company for 35 years. Then moved to Skowhegan and became business partners with his best friend, Herbie LePage, opening LePage and Eaton Granite Countertops for the last 20 years. Richard served his country for four years in the United States Navy during the Vietnam Conflict.

He is survived by his wife, Linda (McAllian); and his two daughters and one granddaughter, Wendy Eaton of Canaan, and Michelle Wright along with her husband Earl and their daughter Beth Anne of Deltona, Fla.; also, his brother, Kenny Eaton and wife, Cass, and sister-in-law, Debbie Eaton.

He was predeceased by his parents; and brother, Bill Eaton.

A Celebration of Life will be held Friday, Sept. 16 at 5 p.m. at the Centenary United Methodist Church, 113 Dr. Mann Rd., Skowhegan with luncheon after.

A graveside committal will be held Saturday, Sept. 17 at 1:30 p.m. at The Millinocket Cemetery with luncheon to follow at The First Congregational Church of Millinocket, 274 Katahdin Ave., Millinocket.

Arrangements under the direction and care of Dan & Scott’s Cremation & Funeral Service, 445 Waterville Road, Skowhegan ME 04976.

In lieu of flowers, friends wishing may make

donations in Richard’s memory to either church.

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