Louis A. Richard

LEWISTON – Louis A. Richard, 71, formerly of Lewiston passed away Thursday April 14, 2022 at the Central Maine Medical Center following a courageous battle with cancer.

He was born May 16, 1950 in Lewiston the son of Ralph J. and Annette Marie (Ayotte) Richard.

Louis graduated from Lewiston High School where he played Blue Devils Hockey being a member of the Championship Team in 1968. He continued his love of hockey with the LA Twins and later in local men’s leagues.

He married Stella May June 19, 2004; they have spent the past 17 years enjoying each other’s company and extended family.

Louis worked as a tinsmith for Bath Iron Works for many years.

He proudly served as a member of the Army National Guard and was a member of the American Legion in Gardiner.

Louis enjoyed woodworking and carpentry always helping family members with building projects including gazebos, china cabinets, sheds, and decks. He would tackle anything including wiring his own home. Most important in his life was spending time with his family, children, and grandchildren.

He is survived by his wife, Stella Richard; two sons, Andrew Richard and wife Amanda and Scott Richard and wife Tina; stepchildren Frank Grover and wife Jennifer, Donna Colford and husband Andrew, and Kristina Ackerman and husband James; brothers Brother Irénée “Sonny”, Fern, Gerry, Bobby, and Don Richard; 11 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; several nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Louis was predeceased by his parents; and two brothers, Phil and Leo Richard.

Visitation will be 5-7 p.m. Tuesday, April 19 at The Fortin Group, 70 Horton St., Lewiston where a funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Wednesday, April 20.

His family expresses appreciation and thanks to Central Maine Medical Center and Maine Medical Center who helped care for him over the past two years.

Online condolences may be shared with his family at http://www.thefortingrouplewiston.com.