WATERFORD — Agnes Marie Bancroft Lahti passed on peacefully Saturday, Oct. 6. She would have celebrated her 102nd birthday on Nov. 12, and was the oldest living member of her sixth-generation Waterford family.

Agnes was born in Waterford, Nov. 12, 1916, the daughter of the late Gladys Billings Bancroft and Guy “Moxie” Bancroft, both of Waterford. In 1936, Agnes married Arne W. Lahti, who predeceased her in 1966. Agnes was also predeceased by her brother-in-law and spouse; her four sisters; her two brothers; and by grandsons.

Agnes is survived by her four daughters. She is also survived by her adoring six grandchildren. Also surviving are 14 loving great-grandchildren; six great-great-grandchildren; and favorite nephews and their spouses; plus several grandnieces, grandnephews and their children.

A memorial service will be held in November, time and date to be announced. Arrangements are under the care of Chandler Funeral Homes & Cremation Service, 45 Main St., South Paris.

For online condolences and to view the full obituary please go to www.chandlerfunerals.com.

Agnes Marie Bancroft Lahti


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