AUGUSTA – George Raymond Caret, 72, passed away unexpectedly of natural causes on June 16, 2025. He was born February 2, 1953 a son of Benedict and Malvina (Bernier) Caret.
George grew up in Augusta and attended Cony High School. He went on to work at Lipman’s Poultry for several years before beginning his career with the City of Augusta. George spent 25 years working for the City of Augusta in the public works department where he served many roles from mowing cemeteries to storm cleanup.
George was an avid football fan and rooted for the Green Bay Packers. Never missing a game, he had a competitive spirit and enjoyed some friendly banter with his brother while the game was playing. He also enjoyed watching western movies and lunch break visits from his daughter.
Although George was a fairly quiet man who kept to himself, he had a kind heart and enjoyed caring for the stray neighborhood animals.
He was predeceased by his parents; and his siblings: Rodney Caret, Edmund Caret, and John Caret.
He is survived by his daughter, Amy Crommett and her husband Josh; his grandchildren: Jaxon and Avery Crommett; and his siblings: Thomas Caret, Judith Caret, Muriel Wooding, and Juliette Hanson; and several nieces and nephews.
A private burial will take place at Holy Family Cemetery in Augusta. Arrangements have been entrusted to Plummer Funeral Home, 16 Pleasant St., Augusta, ME 04330. Condolences, stories and photos may be shared by visiting http://www.plummerfh.com.
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