1953 – 2016

AUBURN — Donald L. Turgeon, 63, of Bear Pond, Hartford, died peacefully with his family by his side early Saturday morning, Sept. 24.

Don fought a short, courageous battle with cancer and will always be remembered as the patient, kindhearted and dedicated husband, father, brother, Bumpa and friend we all have known him to be. He will be missed dearly by his wife, Kathleen.

He was born in Lewiston on Feb. 4, 1953, the son of the late Florien and Anita (Desjardins) Turgeon. Don’s legacy of life began when he joined the U.S. Air Force in 1971. He was a dedicated member of the United States Air Guard from 1972 to 1975. In addition, he served in the Army Guard from 1975 to 1978. Donald was honorably discharged.

He was employed by Globe Albany/Gates Formed Fiber for 22 years, Miller Industries for three years, and Rontex in New Hampshire. Most recently he was employed by Murray Oil Co.

Don and Kathy raised their two daughters in Greene for several years, where they spent time teaching their girls life’s little lessons. Don was blessed with two amazing grandsons whom he adored deeply, big bead and little bead. “Bumpa” passed along his love for the guitar to his oldest grandson, Devyn, who was able to play for him one last time during his final days.

Don loved to travel with his wife, Kathy, to their favorite spot, Five Island, where they would sit and enjoy each other’s company while watching the ocean and enjoying their favorite treat, lobster.

Don is survived by Kathy, his wife of 44 years; daughters, Shannon and husband, Mark, of Bridgton and Sara and fiancé, George, of Greene; two grandsons, Devyn and Corbyn Hatch of Bridgton; brothers, Richard and wife, Pat, of Venice Beach, Fla., Maurice and wife, Jo-an, of Sabattus; sister, Diane of Brunswick; and many cousins, nieces and nephews who loved Uncle Don’s sense of humor.

The family would like to thank the doctors at Mass General and the kind staff at the Hospice House of Androscoggin for their gentle care.

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