VASSALBORO – Frederick “Rick” M. Pooler, 62, passed away Oct. 8, 2022 at his home surrounded by his family. He was born Nov. 26, 1959, in Augusta, the son of Edgar F. Sr. and Katherine E. (Hunter) Pooler.

He attended Waterville High School, then entered the military, earned his GED and proudly served his country in the United States Army until his honorable discharge. On Aug. 29, 1992, he married Sharon Pooler in Vassalboro. He was employed at Oakhust Dairy, Colonial Distributers, and worked five years for the railroad. Most recently, he worked at Kris-Way Truck Leasing for 16 years. He was a member of the National Rifle Association.

Rick enjoyed spending time with his mom, drinking coffee and playing cribbage, spending holidays with his family and friends. He loved playing scratch tickets and collecting sports cards. His dog, Harley, was very special to him.

He is survived by his mother, Katherine E. Pooler of Vasalboro; brother, Edgar Pooler Jr. and wife Judy of Fairfield; sisters, Laurie Connelly and husband Tim of Vassalboro, Bridget Hutchison and husband Brian of Unity, Merlene Williamson and husband Glen of Whitefield; step-daughter, Beth Kern and husband Mark of Minnesota; three step grandchildren and one great granddaughter of Minnesota; nieces and nephews, Tommy, Josh, Tony, Katie and Joe; aunt, Joanne Connor of Gardiner; sister-in-law, Shelley Pushard; brother-in-law, Robert Nason Jr. He was predeceased by his wife, Sharon Pooler in October 2021; father, Edgar Pooler Sr. in 2012; brother, Rodney Pooler in 1982.

A graveside service will be held Sunday, Oct. 30, 2022, at 2 p.m., at the Vassalboro Village Cemetery, Vassalboro. Reception to follow at 65 Katie Drive, Vassalboro.

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 Rick’s memory to Humane Society Waterville Area, 100 Webb Road, Waterville ME 04901.

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