PORTLAND – Rodney L. Elliott, 59, of Oxford, died on Dec. 7, at Maine Medical Center with his loving family by his side.

He was born Oct. 19, 1948, in Lewiston, the son of Roger L. and Christine J. (Edwards) Elliott.

He served his country proudly in the U.S. Navy, two years active, and four years reserve.

He worked for more than 20 years at Tambrands as a head mechanic. He married Janet Vachon on Aug. 18, 1990.

He was a member of the Knights of Columbus, 3rd Degree. Among his many interests, he especially enjoyed snowmobiling, fishing, camping, traveling, animals, spending time at their timeshares, visiting friends both in person and on the Internet.

He was very proud of his family and children. He always helped others in need in whatever way possible and opened his home and heart to many. He will be sadly missed.

He is survived by his beloved wife, Janet of Oxford; daughters, Trishia Hansen of Lewiston and Lacey Barcelou of Greene; son, Mark Elliott and his wife, Jennifer, of Mechanic Falls; his mother, Christine Edgecomb; sister, Deanna Marken and husband, Jerry, of Lewiston; brothers, Michael Edgecomb and wife, Debra, of Lewiston and Jeffrey Edgecomb of Lewiston; stepsons, Jeremy and David Giasson; grandchildren, Jacob Noyes, Emily and Joseph Elliott, Alexia and Kristyn Barcelou, Ryan and Brittany Giasson; nieces, Melanie, Brandi, Heather, Amanda, Alicia, Amber; nephew, Michael Jr.; and other beloved relatives and many friends.

He was predeceased by his father, Roger; stepfather, Frank L. Edgecomb; and mother-in-law, Laura Vachon.