STRONG – John G. Hagerstrom, 92 of Strong, slipped away peacefully at home on Wednesday, Dec. 12 on his 70th wedding anniversary.
He was born in Strong on May 21, 1925, son of Jack and Pearl (Von Scotta) Hagerstrom.
He attended local schools and graduated from Farmington High School in 1943. After high school he enlisted in the Navy. He completed boot camp in Rhode Island and from there he was transferred to Chicago for training as an aviation electrician.
After the war he came home to work in his father’s store “Jack’s Place” in Avon. He also was a finished carpenter; he built his own home in Fairbanks plus many more in the Farmington/Strong area. He also worked bridge construction throughout the State of Maine and worked on construction of the International Paper Mill in Jay. After the completion of the mill, he was hired as a millwright retiring from IP in 1987 after 20 years.
After his parents’ death, he moved his family from Fairbanks to his parents’ farm in Strong where he enjoyed working in the woods and producing maple syrup. He loved to dance, fish, play cards, tell stories and his cottage at Porter Lake.
He married the love of his life, Louise Davis, on Dec. 12, 1947. Together they raised their family of five children.
John was born, married and died at his parents’ farm in Strong where he lived for the past 50 years.
John is survived by his loving wife of 70 years, Louise Hagerstrom; five children: Catherine Heald and husband Allyn of Ballston Spa, New York, John R. Hagerstrom of Kingfield, Thomas Hagerstrom and wife Alison of Farmington, Stephen Hagerstrom of Strong, and Candace Hagerstrom of Strong; six grandchildren: Greg Heald, Scott Heald, Zoe Peaks and husband Ken all of New York, Paige Hagerstrom and wife Sue of Auburn, Tyne Anzelc and husband RJ of Belgrade, and Riley Hagerstrom of Strong; three great-grandchildren: Josh Heald of New York, Chase Anzelc and Jordan Anzelc of Belgrade, many nieces, nephew, cousins and friends too numerous to mention.
Besides his parents, he was predeceased by three sisters: Mildred Bird, Mabel Blanchard, and Alice Parlin.
There will be a graveside service on May 21, 2018 at Fairview Cemetery in Farmington. Donations in his memory may be made to the Fairbanks Union Church, P.O. Box 206, Farmington, Maine 04938. Arrangements are under the care and direction of Adams-McFarlane Funeral & Cremation Services, 108 Court Street, Farmington, Maine 04938.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I remember John from way back. Through the years when he was working at I. P. and I would give him his paycheck, we would always talk about the good old days. The picture is just as he always was. The cigar the tilted hat was the way he always looked as we talked. I think the last time I saw him was either at Farmington Fair or at the fish chowder luncheons at the Fairbanks Church. God Bless!
Sincere condolences to Louise and the family,My thoughts are with you. Many memories from years ago.
Fondly, Liz Toothaker
Sending healing thoutghts and prayers to you Tom, Alison, Paige, and Tyne. Keep your happy memories close to your heart.
My thoughts to Louise and the whole family. You all did a great job allowing John to remain at home.
Our thoughts go out to the family. John was a good neighbor and friend. The twinkle in his eye while chewing the cigar is something that I will always remember.
Louise and Family
Our deepest sympathy for your loss. Our thoughts are with you.
The Incredible Senior Bowling League
Sorry for your loss Tom. My condolences to you and your family.
So sorry for you loss.
Candace, Tom, Alison and Chatherine, my sincere condolences for the loss of you father.
May your special memories guide you though this very difficult time.
God Bless you all.
So sorry to hear of your lost,my deepest condolences to you and the family
Sorry for your loss, Tom and Alison.
Tom, Alison & Families:
I am so sorry to read about your loss. I didn’t know him, but he had to be a wonderful dad to have brought up a son like you. I send you my deepest condolences and hope all the cherished memories you have will ease the pain of your loss.
Pat
My sincere condolences to Lou and his children, R.I.P. John, you’ve earned your angel wings..
Lou ,Tom , John , Steve , Candy
John sure was part of the fabric of growing up in Fairbanks . Spending time at his camp at Porter Lake , John and Lou playing cards with my folks in the kitchen , and your picture is exactly how i will remember him .
Steve Moore
my thoughts and prayers to johns family. we all have lost a great man. john was a funny guy and when you rode shotgun with him he had the best story to tell. rip my friend, you will be missed.
Louise and family….so sorry for your loss!
Sorry to see John is gone. I liked talking with him on occasion, nice guy. Prayers to the family.
Dr. J
Sincerest heartfelt condolences to the Hagerstrom family♡
Kiki, Steve and Tom
He was tough guy and know he was happy to stay at home. Bless you all for helping him through his journey.
Prayers and hugs to you.
Heartfelt condolences to you and yours!
I was sad to hear that Uncle Johnny had passed away. My condolences to all of you.
Our condolences to you and the family. We last saw him at Meridel’s and it was a pleasure to see him at that time.
Auntie Lou, Cathy, John, Tom, Steve and Candy,
Dick and I were sorry to hear of Uncle Johnny’s passing. He is now at peace.
My sympathy and love to all of you.
Meridel
A truly great man who fortunately lived a long productive life.
Condolences to Louise and all the family. We are neighbors at Porter Lake. John will be missed. RIP, John.