WATERVILLE – Retired Fire Chief Raymond W. Poulin, 73, of Waterville, passed away Wednesday June 14, 2023, at Maine General Medical Center in Augusta.

He was the son of the late Bernard and Anna (Roy) Poulin of Waterville. Predeceased by brother, Maurice Poulin and sister-in-law, Charlene Poulin.

Raymond is survived by his wife of 53 years, Dianne Poulin; daughters Barbie Brockway and husband Ryan Brockway, Brenda Barnes and husband Michael Barnes; grandchildren, Brittni Martell, Cameron Brockway, Tyler Brockway, Lexi Barnes; sister, Noella Plourde and husband Larry, brothers Patrick Poulin and wife Rose, Francis Poulin; many brothers- and sisters-in-law; nieces, nephews; coworkers and friends.

Raymond attended Waterville High School and also received his associates degree in Fire Science. Raymond has been a member of Waterville Elks Lodge 905 for 47 years. He served in the Army National Guard for nine years. He worked at W.T. Grant Store for 10 years. He joined Waterville Fire Department as a volunteer in 1973 and in 1976 became a full-time career firefighter. He became assistant fire chief in 1994 and was promoted to fire chief in 1999. One of the biggest accomplishments for Raymond while working at the fire department was his work in getting a new central fire station in 2002. Chief Poulin retired in August 2003 after a 30-year career with Waterville Fire Department. After taking some time off he became a security officer at T-Mobile and worked there for 10 years. He greatly enjoyed his time there meeting many new friends. In 2003 he was able to assist some of the “Empire Falls” crew while they were filming locally and was excited to meet Helen Hunt and Paul Newman.

Raymond enjoyed spending time with his family, taking trips with his wife, visiting casinos, seeing concerts and shows, watching his grandchildren play sports or dancing in a recital. He also enjoyed having coffee with friends and stopping at lawn sales or Goodwill, picking up collectibles to sell at the Antique Mall.

Raymond was an amazing husband, father, son, brother, and friend who dedicated his life to his family and serving his community. He was often heard telling people they were his favorite as though no one knew he said that to everyone. He will be deeply missed by many. Rest easy Chief, your shift is over, we’ve got it from here.

The family would like to express sincere gratitude and thanks to the staff at Maine General Medical Center and Harold Alfond Center for Cancer Care. Also, the Waterville Fire Department who helped with funeral arrangements.

A public funeral service will be held on Saturday, June 24 at 1 p.m., Centerpoint Community Church, followed by a celebration of life, 155 West River Rd., Waterville. A private family burial will be held on Monday, June 26.

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

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