1924 – 2016

BEDFORD, N.H. — Roger L. Montminy, 92, a longtime resident of Lewiston, passed away following a short illness on Friday, Nov. 18, at the Arbors of Bedford Nursing Home in Bedford, N.H.

Roger was born in Lewiston on June 15, 1924. He was the oldest surviving member of a large family of nine brothers and sisters.

A member of the 8th Armored Division from 1942 to 1946 during World War II, Roger was stationed in a number of European countries where he served as a decorated infantryman. His division helped liberate prisoners at Buchenwald; he was later interviewed about this experience in a documentary film that appeared on the History Channel.

Following his military service, Roger returned to Lewiston, working as a bedspread weaver at Bates Mill, where he remained for over 40 years. He met his future wife, Therese St. Amour, then a nurse at the mill, and they were married at Holy Cross Church in Lewiston on Oct. 18, 1952.

Roger was a talented carpenter, building two of his own homes, all while remaining employed at Bates.

Roger and his wife, Therese, who predeceased him in 2000, had a wide circle of friends and they were dedicated travelers. They also enjoyed visiting their children and grandchildren.

Roger is survived by his children and their families, Marc Montminy of San Diego, married to Lisa Stellwagen with three children, Devon, Taylor and Cole; Robert Montminy of Manchester, N.H. married to Marlene Soucy with one child, Erika Umali; Anne married to Joe Miller with two children, Nicole and Noah.

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