NORTH VASSALBORO – Norman Joseph Trahan, 93, passed away at Woodlands Senior Living of Waterville on Friday, May 10, 2024, with family by his side. Norman was born in Waterville on Aug. 1, 1930, originally named Joseph Norman A. Trahan, son of Alfred and Emerencienne (Dupuis) Trahan. He graduated from Waterville High School before entering the Army on Sept. 22, 1946. PFC Trahan concluded his first tour of duty on Sept. 21, 1949. He later reenlisted in the Army and served from Oct. 8, 1953, before departing as a Corporal on Oct. 7, 1956.

Norman worked as a sales manager of automobiles and belonged to Waterville Country Club. He was an avid golfer, pool player, and loved to garden. He was a Dix Pool Champion.

He was predeceased by his wife, Betty (Cox); grandson, John; his parents; and brothers Arnold, Bobby, and Reggie.

Norman is survived by stepson, Steven Mansfield, stepdaughter, Marcia Mansfield; four grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren; sisters Rita St. Hilaire of Florida and Shirley Landry of Winslow, brother, Don of New Hampshire; along with many nieces and nephews.

Norman will be laid to rest at the Village Cemetery, Cemetery Street, North Vassalboro, at a later date.

Please visit Norman’s memorial page at https://dsfuneral.com/obituaries/joseph-trahan-may-2024 where condolences, photos, and special memories may be shared.

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