Richard C. “Rick” Dillihunt

SIDNEY – Richard C. “Rick” Dillihunt, 74, of Sidney, died on Dec. 31, 2023 at home. Rick was born in Augusta on April 16, 1949, to Charles E. “Bud” Dillihunt and Bertha “Babe” (Fortier) Dillihunt.

Rick graduated from Forest Hills High School in Jackman in 1967.

On August 23, 1969, Rick married Christa Quirion of Jackman. In January 1969, Rick went to work for Central Maine Power Company (CMP) in Portland. He began as a Meter Reader then moved into the Line Department, first as a Groundman Apprentice, but quickly advancing to First Class Lineman. Some of his fondest memories were of working in the Portland Line Department. In 1975, Rick and his wife, Christa, moved to Greenville where he joined a small Line Crew. He later became the Local Representative for CMP for the Greater Greenville Area. In 1985, he transferred to Augusta to become a Line/Telephone Coordinator. Rick retired from CMP after 41 years of service.

Rick was an avid hunter, fisherman, outdoorsman, and snowmobiler. He truly enjoyed the month of October for partridge hunting and was often complimented on his ability to “shoot a bird on the fly.” November was especially enjoyable for (deer) “hunting week” in Jackman with his friends. He was a valued member of The Turner Pond Club for a number of years.

In addition to his outdoor interests, Rick was also an accomplished home cook specializing in everything from appetizers, to entrees, to desserts. Rick could often be found early in the morning surfing the internet for his next recipe or creating a grocery list for the day’s cooking project. He was famous for feeding hearty meals to his family, friends, and neighbors. It was rare to visit his home and not leave with a “doggie bag” with requests for feedback on new recipes. Rick was happiest in the kitchen surrounded by his recipes and his family.

Rick is survived by his wife of 54 years, Christa (Quirion) Dillihunt of Sidney; his son, Chad Dillihunt of Winslow, his daughter, Jenny Dillihunt Brown and husband Gary “Bobby” Brown of Augusta; and two beloved granddaughters, Abby and Lily Brown, the lights of his life.

Rick was predeceased by his father, Bud, and his mother, Babe.

Per Rick’s wishes, there will be no memorial service. In lieu of flowers,

donations may be sent to:

Jackman Regional Paramedicine Program

Town of Jackman

369 Main St.

Jackman, ME 04945 or to:

Maine General Hospice

10 Water St Suite 307

Waterville, ME 04901