Calvin W. Ames

MECHANIC FALLS – Calvin W. Ames, 64, passed away Dec. 25, 2023, after a brief battle with cancer, at his home surrounded by loved ones. He was born in Lewiston, Oct. 9, 1959, a son of Berton and Dorothy (Blanchard) Ames.

He spent much of his youth working on the family farm, instilling a strong work ethic that lasted a lifetime. There are many fond memories of time spent at their camp on Annabessacook Lake.

Calvin worked for Lewis Gustin Logging for many years going to work for Lucas Tree Experts where he worked for 20 years until his retirement in October of 2023.

Calvin’s greatest love in life was time spent with his wife Janis and his son Jared and daughter-in-law Chelsea and his granddaughter Katie (little princess).

Calvin enjoyed ocean fishing, hunting, and with his son. Trips to Peaks Island with Janis, scratch tickets, and his Dunkin Donuts coffee.

He is survived by his loving wife Janis Hunter of Mechanic Falls, his son Jared Ames and his wife Chelsea and granddaughter Kathleen of Buckfield. His sisters, Mona Lessard and Jackie Ames, his former wife and close friend Alma Jordan-Peer and her husband Thomas of Buckfield, his wonderful sister-in-law and Nascar buddy, Elaine Damon of Buckfield, along with several nieces and nephews.

Calvin was predeceased by his parents, his brother Michael in 2022 and his nephew Christopher Lessard.

The family would like to express their heartfelt thank you to Androscoggin Home Hospice, Mike and Sarah Henderson, Lita Brown and her daughter Kayla for their love and support during this most challenging time. And a thank you to all our friends and neighbors for their thoughts and prayers.

A celebration of life will take place on Saturday Jan. 13, 2024, from 1-2:30 p.m., with a service at 2:30 p.m., in the Chandler Funeral Home and Cremation Services 26 W. Dwinal St Mechanic Falls, To make an online condolence please visit http://www.chandlerfunerals.com.

In lieu of flowers those wishing may make a donation in Calvin’s memory to the Androscoggin Home Hospice

15 Strawberry Ave.

Auburn, Maine.