Daniel L. Lajoie

Daniel L. Lajoie, 60, of Lewiston, passed away on July 14th very quickly, less than 72 hours after his almost 4 year battle with cancer had failed. Dan was born in Lewiston February 4th, 1952, the 1st son of Laurent and Rejane Vachon Lajoie. He was educated in Lewiston schools and graduated from Lewiston High School in 1970. He had planned to join The Military after High School, but was denied because of a heart murmur, so he went to work for a year to save up money for college. In the fall of 1971 he started college at the University of Maine in Orono. Halfway through his second year, he had to have open heart surgery. Dan never went back to school at the UMO after recovering from his surgery, but went on to work different jobs and experiences before becoming a Precision Machinist at Phillips Elmet (now Elmet Technologies.) He retired after 27 years on March 31st of this year. It was very gratifying for him to achieve the grade 9 level. He enjoyed his job working on the Water Jet, and the many skilled machinists that he worked with. It was very hard for him to leave his job there. The greatest fulfillment and joy of his life, though, started in 1978, when he met his soul mate, best friend, and wife Karen (Kons.) There is no greater love, happiness, and respect that they showed for each other, and he will be severely missed. Along with his wife and parents, he leaves behind two brothers, Gerry and his wife Elaine of Sabattus, his brother Paul and his wife Paula of Lewiston. One sister, Carol Ann Parker and her husband Steve of Tennessee. Three brother-in-laws, Micheal Kons of Lewiston, Stephen Kons of Farmington, and Jeffrey Kons and his Fiancée Debbie Gogan of Lewiston; several nieces, nephews, Aunts, Uncles, cousins, friends, and the many charities that he donated to throughout the years. The family wishes to thank Dr. Pandey and his staff at St. Mary's Hospital. Online condolences and photo gallery may be shared at www.thefortingroupauburncom

Visitation Fortin / Auburn Thursday from 4:30pm till the time of service at 6:00pm. Donations in his honor may be made to the Salvation Army. A service of the Fortin Group Plummer & Merrill Funeral Home, Cremation and Monument Services 217 Turner St. Auburn, Maine 04210 207 783-8545.