LEWISTON – Alexander B. Dion died and went home to be with his Lord savior, on Tuesday, Sept. 30, 2014 at the D’Youville Pavilion in Lewiston, surrounded by his loving family.
Alexander was born on June 4, 1927, in St. Henedine, Quebec, a son of Eloi and Marie Ange (Pomerleau) Dion. Alexander grew up with nine siblings and moved to the United States in 1956. On May 27, 1957 he married the love of his life, Pauline (Castonguay) and together they shared 57 years of marriage.
Alexander had numerous passions in life, but his one true love and devotion was his faith in the Lord. As the biblical patriarch of his family, he enjoyed spreading the good word of the Lord and helping people create a relationship with God. He has been an active member of the Fayette Baptist Church for over 30 years. In addition to his strong bond with God, he took great pride in his community. Alexander was a pillar in building the Spruce Mountain Ski Slope in Jay, and thoroughly enjoyed watching his children and the community ski. He was employed at International Paper for over 30 years.
Alexander was a well-traveled man, visiting many foreign countries including several parts of Canada and even South America as a Merchant Marine. He enjoyed giving his time to others and was a volunteer as a home visitor for many nursing homes and health care facilities in the community for over 20 years.
Alexander is survived by his wife who lovingly devoted herself to caring for him during his long illness, Pauline Dion of Jay; his children, Doreen Richard and her husband David of Livermore, David Dion and his wife Jackie of Livermore, and Monica Conant and her husband Rick of Winthrop; a son in law, Ted Flagg and his wife Bertha of Livermore; grandchildren, Jason Richard, Tricia Fitch, Chad and Cole Flagg, Tyla Bohacik, Matthew and Andrew Dion, Julie Dodd, Jordan, Ryan, and Allie Conant; 9 great grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his daughter, Judy Flagg and all of his siblings, Marie-Louis, George, Laurette, Philip, Omer, Francois, Damien, Claude, and Charles.
Funeral Services will be held at the Fayette Baptist Church, 39 Baldwin Hill Rd. Fayette, ME 04349 on Saturday, Oct. 4 at 11 AM with Pastor Russell Cotnoir officiating. Immediately following the service, all are welcome to attend a comfort reception being held at the fellowship hall of the church. Interment will take place at Lakeview Cemetery in Wilton. Remembrance gifts in honor of Alexander may be given to the
Tri-Town Ministerial Association Food Cupboard, PO Box 314, Livermore Falls, ME 04524 OR to the Spruce Mountain Ski Club, Attn: Doreen, PO Box 7, Jay, ME 04239. Tributes and condolences may be shared by visiting www.wilesrc.com.
To the family of Mr. Dion; What a wonderful role model this man was to his family and community. He served as a hospice volunteer and was a very devoted and caring person. I was always so impressed with his service and compassion as a volunteer and person. His service will be missed.
Fellow hospice volunteer, Audrey Brown
To the family of Mr. Dion:
Alex Dion will be missed greatly by Androscoggin Home Care and Hospice.
He cared and supported many patients and families in the community for many years.
He had a profound sense of helping those in need and was always open and available to support others.
To have compassion, dedication and true empathy for others is a unique quality that he demonstrated daily in his life. My sincerest sympathies to his family and my prayers and thoughts are with you.
Angela Richards RN, Project Manager, Androscoggin Home Care and Hospice
Extending my deepest condolences to the Dion family in your loss. God bless you all.