AUBURN — Ronald W. “Tank” Tanguay, 62, of Lewiston, was called home by his Heavenly Father, Wednesday, Feb. 29, at the Hospice House, following a long illness. He passed away with the love of his life by his side.

He was born in Lewiston, March 6, 1949, son of the late Armand and Annette Laliberty Tanguay. Tank attended Lewiston schools, where he enjoyed playing on the football team.

He was the beloved husband of Linda Gervais, whom he married on Jan. 13, 1973. They were blessed with one child, a daughter, Veronica, whom he adored. He was the loving grandfather of Heaven, Autumn and Avren.

Tank worked for many years doing drywall and also as a chef, before becoming a truck driver. He retired from Brink’s in 2008. He enjoyed playing games, cooking, watching sports and spending time with his family.

He is survived by his wife, Linda of Lewiston; his daughter, Veronica Deschenes and husband, Richard, of Sabattus; his grandchildren, Heaven Morse, Autumn Morse and Avren Deschenes, all of Sabattus; his brothers, Gerald Tanguay and wife, Anita, of Lewiston and Michael Dube and wife, Tracey, of Palmyra, N.Y.; his father and mother-in-law, Emery and Rita Gervais of Lewiston; and nieces, nephews, numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.

He was predeceased by his parents; and many aunts and uncles, including Daniel “Lib” Laliberty, who was more like a brother and also his best friend.

Tank’s family wishes to thank Dr. Mc Crann, Dr. Smith and Beth, the staff at CMMC M-1 and the Androscoggin Hospice House for their loving care.

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