WATERVILLE – John D. Dore, 86, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, March 21, 2023, with family by his side.

John was born in Lewiston, the son of Arthur and Albertine (LeBlanc) Dore, on Aug. 17, 1936. He attended Waterville High School and graduated in 1955. John met the love of his life, Joan Maheu and they were married in 1958. They celebrated 54 wonderful years together last August.

John worked for 40 years at the Waterville Morning Sentinel, retiring in 1995. He enjoyed spending his time golfing, bowling, and fishing. After retiring, John and his wife spent many winters at Myrtle Beach, S.C. where they made and enjoyed the company of many friends. John’s faith and family were both incredibly important to him, and it showed in the way he lived his life.

He was predeceased by his parents; his sisters Lorraine Cyr and her husband, Ray, Christine Wood and her husband Jack, brothers-in-law Donald Maheu and wife Lorraine, and James Maheu and wife Francine.

He is survived by his wife Joan Dore; his children Kathleen Lobene and husband John of Alpharetta, Ga., Kevin Dore and wife Rumi of Wappingers Falls, N.Y., David Dore and wife Julie of Fairfield. John also leaves behind his precious grandchildren, Andrea Lobene and husband Jacob Wert of Delaware, Bryan Dore and wife Jaime of Newport, and Brianna Dore of Fairfield. He also adored his great-grandchildren, Benjamin and Cameron Dore; as well as many nieces and nephews.

The family would like to thank MaineGeneral Hospice, especially Reagan and Victoria, for their excellent care. They would also like to thank caregiver, Karolyn and their close friend, Jackie, as well.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. on April 29 at Notre Dame du Perpetual Secours Catholic Church, 116 Silver St., Waterville. There will be a small reception following the service in the church hall. Also, for those who want to attend, the burial will be directly after the funeral at St. Francis Catholic Cemetery, 78 Grove St. Waterville.

Arrangements are under the direction and care of Gallant Funeral Home, 10 Elm St., Waterville. An online guestbook can be signed, condolences and memories shared at http://www.gallantfh.com.

In lieu of flowers donations can be made to

Mount Merici Academy,

152 Western Ave.

Waterville, ME 04901

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