Henry Dupill
RUMFORD – Henry Dupill, 96, of Rumford, died on Wednesday, Oct. 27, 2021 at the Rumford Community Home. Born in Rumford on Nov. 26, 1924, he was the son of William and Blanche (Deroy) Dupill. Henry graduated from Stephen’s High School in 1945. He also attended Wahpeton School of Science in North Dakota. He worked in the local paper mill for 44 years. He was a communicant of the Parish of the Holy Savior. Henry belonged to many clubs and organizations such as the Chisholm Ski Corporation, the American Legion, the Knights of Columbus, and the Rumford Historical Society. He also spent many years as a volunteer firefighter for the Rumford Fire Department. His many hobbies included traveling, photography, dancing, and skiing which he did until he was in his eighties.On July 14, 1952, in Rumford, Henry married the former Priscilla Goudreau who survives him. Other survivors include his daughter Paula and her husband Philip Mills; a grandson Philip Mills, and step-grandchildren Katrina Luxton, Corey Mills, Nathan Mills, and Shainna Mills. Henry was predeceased by his son, Brandon Dupill; and his brother Bertrand Dupill. A mass of Christian burial will be said at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 6, 2021 at the Parish of the Holy Savior Church. Arrangements are under the care and direction of Thibault Remembrance Center.
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