1928 – 2014

SOUTH PARIS — Ernest St. Jean, 86, of Lewiston, shed his physical body on Tuesday, July 8, to continue his journey in the higher realms of God’s love and light. His spirit’s ascension happened at the Maine Veterans’ Home shortly after a beautiful and memorable sharing with his son and daughter, Stephen and Susan.

On Feb. 11, 1928, Ernest began his physical journey in Providence, R.I., as the son of Ernest and Dorothy St. Jean. He graduated from Lewiston High School in 1946 and shortly after enlisted in the U.S. Navy. Ernest was a veteran of the World War II era and peacetime, serving as a storekeeper on the Navy’s Philippine Sea ship from June 21, 1946, to April 20, 1948.

On Sept. 7, 1957, Ernest wed Maureen Ann Shanahan, with whom he shared two children. He had a long, distinguished career with Prudential Insurance Co., and worked at Benoit’s and Porteous, but the work he loved was his volunteer work assisting people with different programs through Androscoggin Home Health.

Ernest was loved and admired by many for his kind, giving and sweet spirit. He was a man of strong faith in God and Jesus. Ernest led a life well, that reflected the simplicity of Jesus’ teachings to love and honor all in the brother- and sisterhood of mankind.

His physical presence will be missed by many who carry endearing and fond memories of his spirit’s light. Ernest left the Earthplane with his prayer answered of peacefully crossing in his sleep and carrying with him his hopeful wish, “I really hope that they don’t have to have wires in Heaven.”

He is survived by his son, Stephen St. Jean and wife, Robin, of Eustis; his daughter, Susan St. Jean, of Poland; his beloved dog, Dakota St. Jean; his former wife and friend, Maureen Rock, of Auburn; his brother, Richard St. Jean, of Wellesley, Mass.; two grandchildren, Melissa St. Jean and Ryan St. Jean, both of Auburn; and three great-grandchildren.

The family wants to express their deep gratitude to all the staff at the Maine Veterans’ Home in South Paris for all the loving care provided to Ernest while he was in their care and all those who were in prayer for him of a peaceful transition.

Ernest did not want a service, but for those who want to express condolences, they may be expressed at www.FuneralAlternatives.net.