Ralph Lee Arsenault Sr.

1950-2021

Ralph Arsenault 71, of Rumford, Maine lost his battle after suffering from a stroke, surrounded by family on Father’s Day, June 20th, 2021. He was born on January 1st, 1950, in Rumford, Maine. To Margaret Kelley Arsenault. In July of 1967 he enlisted in the Marines and was assigned to platoon 3017. He served from 1968 to 1969 with an honorable discharge on April 22nd, 1970, with a rank of Pvt. For services. He was awarded Combat Action Ribbon, Vietnam Service Medal w/1 Star, National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Campaign Medal w/1960 Device and Presidential Unit Citation, 1st Award. While serving he was exposed to Agent Orange.

His hobbies included playing golf, guitar, dobro guitar, harmonica, as well as singing. He dedicated 30 years gathering with friends and family at his home for his yearly pig roast. He was self-employed for many years as a carpenter until he retired.

Survived by his children, Amy Janosco (Timothy) of Turner, Ralph Arsenault of Lewiston, Jason Arsenault of Augusta, and Peggy Arsenault of Lewiston. Steph Children Leslie Pease,Joan Cyr and James Haines. His grandchildren, Haylee and Sierra Janosco, Cameron, Haidan, Cody, Paige, Jason Jr., Nicole, Mya, and Lanie Arsenault and his great grandchild, Maria Derboghosian and Luna Brown. Also, survived by siblings Richard, Joann, Robert, Joyce, Jean, Roland, Roger, Janet, and Julie. He was predeceased by his mother Margaret and his brother Raymond and sister Pauline Arsenault.

There will be services held on Friday July 2nd from 2 – 4pm at Thibault Remembrance Center Affiliate of The Fortin Group Funeral Home at 250 Penobscot St. Rumford Maine. Followed by a Celebration of Life immediately following the service at 4pm at Fraternal Order of Eagles at 129 Rumford Ave. Rumford Maine.