JAY — George G. Plaisted, 81, a resident of Jay, passed away Friday, March 23, at his home, surrounded by family. He was born Aug. 21, 1936, in Jay, the son of Ralph G. Plaisted and Florida (Belanger) Plaisted. George was a 1956 graduate of Jay High School. Following graduation he proudly served in the United States Air Force.

On June 15, 1963, at St. Rose of Lima Church in Jay, he married Elizabeth “Betty” Boucher, of Livermore Falls. George worked at International Paper Co. at the Androscoggin Mill in Jay. He was a communicant of St. Rose of Lima Church in Jay, a member of the International Paper Co. Quarter Century Club and a life member of the AMVETS Post 33 in Jay.

He and his wife, Betty, enjoyed wintering for 19 years in St. Cloud, Fla. While there, George enjoyed playing his guitar, working outside and he was always glad to help anyone. George also loved to tinker; it didn’t matter what it was, he just enjoyed keeping busy.

He is survived by his wife, Betty Plaisted, of Jay; his daughter, Cheryl Cole, of Sanford; his son, Kevin Plaisted, and his wife, Tracy, of Jay; six grandchildren; and one great-grandson. He was predeceased by his parents; his sisters, Georgia Plaisted and Harriett Stansfield; and brothers, Claris and Frank Plaisted.

Messages of condolence may be sent to: www.finleyfuneralhome.com.

George G. Plaisted

George G. Plaisted