AUBURN — Maurice F. Drouin Sr., 70, of Lewiston, passed away on Friday, Feb. 1, at the Hospice House of Androscoggin, with his loving family by his side, following a long illness.

He was born in Lewiston, Aug. 29, 1942, the son of the late Fernand and Claudia (Gagnon) Drouin and had been a resident of this community all of his life. He attended Lewiston schools and enlisted in the Army Reserves 619th Transportation Unit from 1966 to 1994.

He was employed at Averbach Shoe and Philip Elmet. Then he went to work at Pioneer Plastics for many years, until his retirement. He worked parttime for Sam’s Bakery, until his health had declined.

He was a member of the American Legion Post 153 and a parishioner of St. Mary’s Church and the Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul.

Maurice enjoyed hunting, fishing, spending time with his family and friends. He cherished each and every one of his grandchildren. He also enjoyed the many hunting trips with his brothers, Paul and Dick.

He is survived by his beloved wife of 43 years, the former Doris Rousseau, whom he married on July 1, 1969 of Lewiston; his children, Maureen Jordan of Lewiston, Lori Turgeon and her husband, Norman, of Oxford, Maurice Drouin Jr. and his wife, Rebecca, of Turner and Paula Drouin and Julie Drouin, both of Lewiston; one stepdaughter, Lisa Labbe of Lewiston; his grandchildren, Derek, Courtney, Victoria, Travis, Makenna, Cassandra, Sophia and Isabella; stepgrandchildren, Jacob, Jenna and Nathan; stepgreat-grandchildren, Jaden, Jordan and Jacob Jr.; a brother, Paul Drouin and his wife, Laura, of South Paris; a sister, Diane Decie and her husband, Ed, of Salisbury, Mass.; a stepbrother, Richard Bourgett and his wife, Florence, of Monmouth; three special nephews, Philip Drouin, Leo Mathieu and Michael Mathieu; and many other nieces and nephews.

He also leaves behind his three dogs, which he enjoyed and cherished very much, Jackson, Corey and Braxton.

He was predeceased by a baby sister, Baby Bourgett; a brother, Robert Bourgett, who died in the line of duty in the Navy; and a sister, Lucille Mathieu.

The family wishes to thank Dr. Richard Kappelmann and Dr. Shirin Sanal for the excellent care they have given to Maurice throughout his illness.

Online condolences and sharing of memories may be expressed at www.lynchbrothers.com.