As I sit here and write this letter, I find myself with trembling hands, tears in my eyes and an ache in my heart. The recent news of the closing of Intown Manor has been very difficult for the residents of the assisted living facility and very emotional for the dedicated staff. To many, the old building that sits at the corners of Blake, Ash and Bates streets is nothing more than a big eyesore. But to those who lived and worked there, it was a place we called home.

Living in the heart of the inner city can be hectic, noisy and sometimes dangerous, but that didn’t seem to bother anyone. The residents enjoyed socializing on the side porch with employees from the Sun Journal and Post Office who parked their cars in the facilities’ parking lot. Kennedy Park, the Post Office and Victor News were very handy as well.

The home’s employees brought in their spouses, children and pets for all to enjoy. The administrators, Mike and Rachel St. Pierre, are very special people and all those who work there, housekeepers, maintenance man, nurses and cooks, will be missed by many.

As each resident goes his or her own way and each worker finds new employment, I will always remember the love, joy and compassion that existed in that old eyesore.

Rev. Douglas Taylor, Lewiston

Editor’s note: Taylor has been the head cook at the Intown Manor for 15 years.

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