WINSLOW – Ronald M. LeClair, 64, passed away on Oct. 29, 2022, after a battle with cancer. Ron was born in Waterville to Robert and Noella (Gilbert) LeClair in August 1958, just minutes before his beloved identical twin brother, Don.

He attended Winslow area schools, where he and Don were known for their twin hijinks. Ron married JoAnn, his wife of nearly 36 years, in December of 1986. They had their only son, Brandon, in 1989.

After spending time in the restaurant business, Ron began a career in sales under the guidance of his longtime mentor, Walter Simcock at Colonial Distributors in Waterville. Ever the consummate salesman, he built an impressive resume with Pine State Trading in Augusta, Northeast Coffee in Skowhegan, and finally, Levesque Pools in Fairfield. Over the last several years, he owned and operated Limo Services ME, providing luxury transportation to a host of clients, notably Colby College, with whom he developed a wonderful working relationship.

His true passion, though, was community service. Ron served as chairman of the Winslow Family 4th of July Celebration for 15 years, cultivating one of the largest parades and fireworks displays in the state of Maine until his retirement from the committee in 2010. Many around town would affectionately call him “Mr. 4th of July,” or “Mr. Mayor”, titles he was not-so-secretly proud to wear.

Ron was predeceased by his parents Robert and Noella; and brothers John and Paul.

He is survived by his wife JoAnn; son Brandon; identical twin brother Don (Dametri), brothers Luxy (Marie), Tony, Peter (Karen), sisters Susan and Rose; and several nieces and nephews.

The family would like to remember and celebrate Ron as the life of every party, get together, and occasion. He was full of life and vigor – a tirelessly hard worker who possessed an inexplicable amount of energy, unmatched by all who tried to keep up. He was fiercely proud of his and JoAnn’s property, particularly his landscaping and his “beautiful backyahd.” He’d show off his flowers to family, friends, and strangers alike. Ron made sure that no one ever left the house hungry, or thirsty – try as you might to resist his offers. His spirit was infectious and welcoming to all.

Ron will be deeply missed by his family, and his community. He never went anywhere without making a new friend or seeing an old one, a lasting legacy that will be remembered fondly.

At his request, no formal funeral will be held. The family would like to invite all to celebrate Ron on Saturday, Nov. 12 at the Schair-Swenson-Watson Alumni Center at Colby College, Mayflower Hill Drive, Waterville from 1 – 3 p.m.

Arrangements are in the care of Lawry Brothers Funeral Home, 107 Main St., Fairfield where memories may be shared, and an online register book signed by visiting http://www.lawrybrothers.com.

In lieu of flowers, the family invites donations to: the Make-A-Wish foundation of Maine, with whom

Ron was a proud

transportation partner

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