Robert O. Caron

He was born in Lewiston, Maine on October 20, 1944 the son of the late Ludger and Cecile (Caron) Caron.

He attended schools in many states and over seas in France. He graduated from Sabattus High School in 1963. He continued his education, receiving a Bachelor’s Degree of Science from Gorham State College and later a Masters of Science in Education from the University of Maine.

Bob taught at Sacred Heart School in Auburn for three years before leaving to serve in the Army during the Vietnam era. His military service involved serving in Commissary Administration. The primary function of that position was to see that military troops were fed at Fort Dix in New Jersey.

After his time in the Army, Bob took a position in his home town of Sabattus at the elementary school. He spent over 30 years at the school of which 12 years were as Principal of the school. He retired in 2002.

In his retirement, he enjoyed the peace and tranquility of country living. He would often be seen “puttering” in his yard. He also enjoyed the three daily newspaper that kept him busy and aware of local and national events.

He is survived by his brother Ralph Caron and his wife Ann of Sabattus; his sister Rita Miller and her husband Larry of Eldridge, Maryland.

Memorial Services honoring Robert’s life will be celebrated on Tuesday, May 23, 2023 at 11:00 AM at the Pinette Dillingham & Lynch Funeral Home. Committal Services along with a Military Honors Service will then follow at Pleasant Hill Cemetery in Sabattus. At his request there will not be any visitation. Arrangements by the Pinette Dillingham & Lynch Funeral Home 305 Alfred A. Plourde Parkway in Lewiston. Online condolences and sharing of memories may be expressed at www.lynchbrothers.com .