Roland Rancourt

SHAWMUT – Roland Rancourt of Shawmut, passed away on Feb. 8, 2024, surrounded by his family. He was born on Feb. 6, 1940 in Waterville, having recently celebrated his 84th birthday.

Roland was a loving husband, father and grandfather to his family. As a devout man, he was a communicant of Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, and after its closing became a member of Corpus Christi Parish and was involved in the Church folk group for over 40 years playing guitar. Roland led a life dedicated to service, from his earlier years in the Air Force, to his volunteer work with the Elks, Knights of Columbus and within the community. As a skilled tinsmith, and handy-man, Roland used his skills working and volunteering to enrich the lives and homes of those around him. Roland worked at various roofing companies after his Air Force service as a tinsmith. He retired from Huhtamaki then took a part time job as a handyman at the Chore Store.

In his travels to Myrtle Beach during the winters, both Roland and Kay became involved with the Habitat for Humanity Organization utilizing his exceptional skills as a tradesman to give back to the community. In his free time Roland enjoyed playing golf and was a member of the Natanis Golf League. His passion for golf led him and Kay to meet some fellow ‘snowbirds’ down in Myrtle Beach who have become a second family to them both. When not golfing, you could find him tending to his bird feeders, and swinging on his chair in the front yard, admiring the neighborhood pets, always ready with a treat in hand. His easy-going manner and jokester personality made him a friend to everyone he met.

Roland is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Kathleen (Frappier) Rancourt; and their four children, Terri Collier and husband Nathan Collier, Gregory Rancourt and wife Judy Rancourt, Amy St. Pierre and husband Matt St. Pierre, and Jodi Goodie and husband Matt Goodie; along with his grandchildren, Matthew, Christopher, Carson, Patricia and husband Cory, Noah, Carly, and Drake; and his sister Carol Huard and husband Robert Huard of Winslow.

He was predeceased by his parents Joseph and Martha Rancourt; sister Patricia LaMontagne, and brothers Donald, Carl, & Richard Rancourt.

A Catholic Service will be held at the Corpus Christi Parish on Feb. 23, 2024, at 10 a.m. After the service, a reception will be held at St. John’s Hall in Winslow. A family burial service will be held in the spring.

Arrangements are entrusted to the compassionate care of Lawry Brothers Funeral Home, located at 107 Main Street, Fairfield. Memories of Roland can be shared, and an online register book can be signed by visiting http://www.lawrybrothers.com.

In lieu of flowers, Roland requests donations in support of the:

Waterville Area Habitat for Humanity

ATTN: Treasurer

PO Box 1972

Waterville ME 04903-1972