Raynold F. Caron
CARON, Raynold F., 84, SHERIDAN, April 14, 2010. Arrangements are in the care of Ouellette Funeral Home
SHERIDAN – Raynold F. Caron, 84, passed away April 14, 2010, at his home in Sheridan.
Raynold was predeceased by his loving wife of 62 years, Rella R. Caron. Raynold was born April 1, 1926, in Sheridan, the son of Frederick and Olive Brown Caron.
Raynold is survived by two sons: Randy Caron and his wife Mary of Garfield; Roland Caron and his wife Linda of Portage; by five precious grandchildren: Ryan and his wife Lynn, Kristina, Reuben, Robin, and Rudy; and two great grandchildren: Lexi and Ty. He is also survived by a special nephew, Dennis Maddi and his wife Debbie and their daughter Andrea; and by two foster daughters: Darlene Sullivan and her husband Steve and their sons Lance and Steven; Jamie Turner and her husband Terrance. He also leaves behind many special friends. Raynold’s mother died when he was 6 weeks old. He then lived with his grandmother Christine Caron.
His working career started very early at the Bates Mill in Lewiston and later at the shipyard in Portland. When he was old enough, he joined the Navy. During WWII, Raynold saw action in the Pacific Theater on the USS Dayton, which was one of the first ships to enter Toyko Bay. When he returned home, he married Rella Theriault, the love of his life. They moved to New York and he worked at Optical Die and Tool as a welder. Raynold was needed by his family and he returned to Sheridan where he began a long and varied career with Great Northern Paper Co. He worked as a woods camp clerk, blacksmith, harness maker, and heavy equipment operator. Later he trained workers in fire protection. He retired from GNP in 1970. After that he opened Caron’s Rec Center which he ran for four years. He also owned and operated apartments in Sheridan. Raynold was known as Dad, Pepere, and Uncle Ray to family and friends. They turned to him for his knowledge and guidance. He was a perfectionist in all aspects of his life. Raynold was a self taught mechanic, welder, carpenter, electrician, and plumber. He often helped others by sharing these skills. He enjoyed working on his property and buildings and kept them in immaculate condition. It was common to see Raynold riding in his Kubota or on his John Deere tractor. Raynold took pride in his family and their accomplishments. Family time with him often involved telling stories. He was known for his sense of humor – his punch lines came quick and easy. He also enjoyed desserts – maybe that’s where his sweetness came from. Red Sox games were an important part of his life and he often scheduled his visits around their games. Raynold was a lifetime member of VFW Post 9699.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Ashland Ambulance Service, C/O Pat Long, PO Box 910, Ashland, ME 04732. A Funeral mass was celebrated Saturday, April 17, at St. Mark’s Church in Ashland. Arrangements are a service of Stimson-Ouellette Funeral Home, 114 Exchange St., Ashland. To leave on-line condolences, please visit www.ouellettefuneralhome.com
