Joseph Howard Boomhour

Joseph was born in Portland on November 15, 1943. The son of Howard & Mildred (Conley) Boomhour.

Joseph grew up in Portland and graduated from Cheverus High School. He attended University of Portland Gorham (POGO). Joseph served in the United States Army and did a tour in Vietnam. He worked for the U.S. Postal Service for many years until retirement. Joseph then worked at Riverside Golf Course where he made many friends and enjoyed golfing. He especially loved golfing with his sons. Joseph enjoyed playing pool and attending sporting events. You could find him in the bleachers watching his son Dan officiate games.

He is survived by his sons Daniel J. Boomhour (wife Angela) and David M. Boomhour both of Portland. Ex-wife Margaret M. Thomas of North Yarmouth. Sisters Janet M. Skillin of Scarborough and Joyce A. Westort (husband Michael) of Portland. Grandchildren Brittany & Alex, as well as several nieces and nephews.

There will be a Mass of Christian Burial celebrated at St. Pius X Church, 492 Ocean Ave, Portland, ME Friday June 25, 2021 at 11am. Followed by a committal service and military honors at Calvary Cemetery in South Portland.

The family would like to thank the Maine Veterans’ Home for his care. In lieu of flowers, please send a donation in his memory to the Maine Veterans’ Home 290 US-1, Scarborough, ME 04074.