Robert Henry Scherpf (1929-2015)

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AUGUSTA – Robert Henry Scherpf, “Bob,” 85, of Livermore, died on Friday, April 10, 2015, at the Veterans Administration Hospice in Augusta after a brief illness.

Robert Henry Scherpf
Robert Henry Scherpf

Born in New York City on Oct. 7, 1929, as the son of Alfred H. Scherpf (a New York City firefighter) and Julia A. Scherpf.  Bob worked at Dunn’s Farm in Vermont from the ages of 14 to 18. He graduated from William Cullen Bryant High School in New York City in 1947 and entered the U.S. Air Force in 1948. Stationed in Rapid City, S.D., and always a proud American, Bob enjoyed his time with the Air Force until 1952, specializing in Artillery School and Photography School.

In 1953, Bob joined Troop B of the New York State Troopers Association, where he met his wife, Constance Helen Wells, in Port Henry, N.Y. While in New York, Bob joined Masonic Lodge 816. Bob and Connie were married in 1954 and moved to Wilton, Maine in 1958. Bob worked in the paper industry from 1958 until his retirement from International Paper in 1987.

During his time spent in Wilton, Bob was very civically active with town politics and the school board, overseeing the planning and construction of Mt. Blue High School in Farmington. He carried his political opinions proudly, was an avid reader, and continued to write and call his state representatives in Congress up until earlier this year.

In his free time, he enjoyed gardening, hunting, enjoying the outdoors, and being a good and helpful neighbor to his many friends and family. He particularly enjoyed coaching young athletes and always found a special place for those in need. He participated in the Maine State Moose Hunt in 2010 and was proud to bring home a moose with his sons, son-in-law, and nephew. In recent years, his favorite pastimes included reading, being politically educated, and interacting and singing with his grandchildren as much as possible.

Bob is survived by his four children; daughter Diane and husband Gary Corson of New Sharon; son Bob and wife Rhonda and grandchildren Ryan and Karli of Kensington, N.H.; daughter Bethany and husband Peter Rushton of North Belgrade; and son Scott of Etna. He is also survived by his brother Donald Scherpf and his wife Mildred of Bradenton, Florida; his nephew, Kim Odell of Vermont; as well as many other nieces and nephews.

Bob was predeceased by his folks; his wife, Connie; his sisters Grace S. Odell and Barbara S. Todd.

Family and friends are invited to call Friday evening, April 17, from 6-8 p.m. at the Wiles Remembrance Center, 137 Farmington Falls Rd., (Rtes. 2 & 27) Farmington where public Masonic Services will be held at 7:30 p.m., conducted by Wilton Masonic Lodge 156. Funeral services, with full military honors by the US Air Force, will be held Saturday morning, April 18, at 11 a.m. with Rev. Dr. Richard Waddell officiating. Following services, a reception will be held at the Center. All are welcome.

Spring committal services will be held Wednesday, May 20, 2015 at 11 a.m. at Lakeview Cemetery, Wilton. Remembrance gifts may be given in Bob’s name to the Maine Veterans’ Home, ATT.: Hospice, 310 Cony Road, Augusta, ME 04330. Tributes and condolences may be shared on his memorial wall at www.wilesrc.com.

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10 Comments

  1. Diane, Bob, Beth & Scott; You are all in my thoughts and prayers during this very sad and difficult time. Your dad was a man of many talents and interests and he will be greatly missed.

  2. Diane , bob , Beth and Scott I’m sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you all.

  3. Bob, Diane, Beth, Scott and families,
    So sorry to hear of your father’s passing. I will always remember him and all the good things he did. I hope happy memories help you in the coming days
    We will be in Florida visiting our daughter and cannot attend services, but will be thinking of you all.
    Take care, Rhoda and Brian MacMaster

  4. BoBo, Scotty, Beth, and Diane,
    Your dad was a mountain of a man, respected by all who knew him. I’m so sorry for your loss. Hugs to you all, you’re in my thoughts.

  5. I am sorry to hear of your dad’s death. He was a good and kind man. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

  6. To all of your Dad’s children, I’m so sorry to hear this sad news. Bob was bigger than life. We enjoyed many good times with him. I loved having him come to dinner with us; as he truly appreciated home cooking:) I know you have so many memories. Hug them close to your hearts. RIP Bob.

  7. So sorry to hear the passing of Bob. . A really fine man.. Condolences to all.. remember the memories…

  8. Bob,Diane,Beth and Scott. Thinking of you all and sending love’n’ good thoughts. Brings back good memories of our days in Wilton . I always admired you “kids”. A nice family!!!

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