CLINTON – It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Francis “Frank” H. Caverly, a beloved husband, father, uncle, and friend, on April 9, 2024. Frank, born on May 27, 1941, to Brainard Jr. and Evelyn (Wyman) Caverly, left a lasting impact on all who knew him.

Frank graduated from Lawrence High School, where he played football. He often joked that the football field was his true classroom, and his teammates were his family. After graduation, Frank returned to the family farm. Frank married the love of his life Suzanne Hardy on April 27, 1968, they were married just shy of 56 years.

A dairy farmer by trade, Frank was a mentor to young aspiring farmers and to the community around him. Frank had many “phone pen pals” he spoke to on a weekly basis in which they would solve all the world’s problems.

Among the many chapters of his life, one of the brightest was when Frank and his brother E.C stood as co-recipients of the prestigious Skowhegan Fair Agricultural Person of the Year award. Frank was also past President of the Ayrshire Breeders Association and a 50+ year member of the Benton Grange.

Frank possessed an amazing sense of humor, he loved talking about politics, farming, sports, and his grandchildren, as well as, harassing salesman with “the card”. Frank was a wonderful friend to many, whether you knew him for 5 minutes or 50 years, he had a joke and life advice to share.

Frank was preceded in death by his parents; his eldest son Dale; his brothers Pudge and E.C., his sister Marion; his nephew Richard; and his sister-in-law Donna. Frank is survived by his cherished wife Susie; his son Neal and girlfriend Michele; his adored grandchildren Alexandria “Allie” and Bryce;, several in-laws; nieces, nephews, cousins; and his current and past employees who he thought of as his kids.

The family extends their deepest gratitude to the countless family and friends who offered unwavering support during Frank’s final days. A special thank you is extended to his nephew Brian and his dedication to the farm, and to the nurses and doctors at Harold Alfond Center for Cancer Care and MaineGeneral Medical Center.

A memorial visitation will be held at Lawry Brothers Funeral Home on Monday, April 22, 2024, from 5 – 7 pm. A time to gather and share stories will be at Moody Chapel in Hinckley on April 23, 2024, from 12 – 1 p.m. with a funeral service at 1 p.m. and a reception to follow. Weather permitting, there will be a burial at the family cemetery following the reception.

Arrangements are under 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,

donations can be made to:

Dale H Caverly

scholarship fund

PO Box 2

Hinckley, ME 04944



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