LEWISTON — Allain M. DeHayes, 71, of Turner, died Saturday, Jan. 14, at Central Maine Medical Center.

He was born in Paris, France, Aug. 13, 1940, son of the late John and Pauline Pain DeHayes. He was educated in schools of France and Lewiston. He was married to Colleen Gardner.

Allain worked as a handsewer in the Lewiston-Auburn area for 11 years. Businesses he owned and operated were Al’s Seafood in New Auburn, DownEast Cap and Camper in Lewiston and Circle Electrik in Turner, until his retirement.

He enjoyed fishing, hunting, camping, drag racing and animals. He loved his home and enjoyed working around doing many improvements. He also enjoyed the company of his dog and parrot.

He is survived by his wife, Colleen of Turner; a son, Paul DeHayes of Brunswick; two stepsons, Scott Biron and wife, April, of Litchfield and Peter Biron and wife, Lisa, of Lewiston; a brother, Jim DeHayes and wife, Karen, of Sabattus; and five stepgrandchildren, Robby Morin, Shelby Breton and Sara and Ryan Allen and Jacob Biron.

He was predeceased by his parents; a daughter, Susan Bouyea; and a half brother, Pierre.

You are invited to share your condolences with the DeHayes family by visiting their guest book at www.thefortingroupauburn.com.