Francis Maurice Small

Francis M. Small passed away in the early morning hours of Jan. 16, 2026. Francis was born March 30,1943 at Mrs. Gilberts Hospital in Yarmouth, Me. He graduated from Greely Institute and went on to study carpentry and graduated from Southern Maine Vocational Technical Institute. Francis started his Fire Service career as a teenager in the Town of Cumberland as a volunteer fire fighter. He retired as a deputy chief.

Francis was a dedicated community volunteer. He was active and involved in many organizations. A Lifetime Member of the Cumberland Fire Department, The Brass Knobs, 4H Leader, Past President and Board Member of the Cumberland Farmers Club, Past President of the Maine Association of Agricultural Fairs, Cumberland County Fire Attack School, New England Association Fire Chiefs, Inc., The Masons, the 470 Railroad Club, and a lifelong Lionel Train Enthusiast. As an avid gardener, his back yard was filled with vegetables, berries and a Maple sugar shack. His skills at canning & preserving his vegetables were masterful. Francis was employed for many years as a Master Carpenter with George B. Small Builders in Cumberland.

Francis and Jean enjoyed many years at their second home in Lake Wales, Florida where they were able to entertain family & friends. He was also active on the Homeowners Association Board for The Saddlebag Lake Resort.

Francis was pre-deceased by his parents, Maurice W. & Marion F. Small, and his sister Lorraine I Small.

Francis is survived by his wife of 62 years, Jean F. Small, His son David, wife Rhonda, Daughter Linda Wells, Daughter Janet Small, his brother George & Carolyn Small. Granddaughter Chelsey Chambers & husband Patrick, Granddaughter Leslie Irish & husband Kyle, Granddaughter Ariana Small as well as many Nieces & Nephews and Great Grandchildren. Extended family, Bob Haskell, Charlie Wells.

In lieu of flowers, please donate to Cumberland Maine Fire Association, 366 Tuttle Rd. Cumberland Me. 04021

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