Richard M. Thibeau

Cumberland Center- Richard Maynard Thibeau, 62, was born at Maine Medical Center in Portland, Maine, on June 23, 1961. He left us on January 27, 2024, at the age of 62, leaving behind a legacy of camaraderie and adventure.

Rick graduated from Portland Schools and worked for the City of South Portland in wastewater management and most recently for Johnson & Jordan.

Rick was a cherished friend, devoted hunter, and avid fisherman. His passion for the great outdoors was matched only by his unwavering loyalty to those he held dear. Whether in the wilderness, around a campfire, or on the dance floor, Rick found joy in the company of friends, sharing stories and creating lasting memories. Rick was the epitome of loyalty and devotion to his friends. His unwavering commitment to their well-being and happiness was evident in every adventure they embarked upon together. Rick’s presence was a constant source of strength and support, and his friends found solace in his steadfast friendship through all of life’s challenges. His legacy of loyalty will continue to inspire and guide those fortunate enough to have called him a friend. His spirit will live on in the laughter echoing through the forests and the tranquility of the rivers he so dearly loved. Rick will be deeply missed but forever remembered for his zest for life and his boundless love for nature and friendship.

Tragically, Rick and Teri were eagerly anticipating their upcoming wedding in December, a celebration of their profound love and commitment to each other. The anticipation of exchanging vows and embarking on a new chapter of their lives together filled their hearts with boundless joy and excitement. They were envisioning a day filled with love, laughter, and cherished memories to last a lifetime. Though fate intervened, and Rick’s untimely passing has left a void in their plans, the love they shared will forever transcend time and space. In spirit, Rick will undoubtedly be present on that special day, his love serving as a guiding light for Teri as she navigates the bittersweet journey ahead.

Rick is survived by the love of his life, his fiancé, Teri Lawlor; his adored daughter, Katie Thibeau of Cumberland Center, his brother, Brian Thibeau of Strong, Maine; and his brother Bruce Thibeau and his wife Jackie of Fort Myers, Florida;

Rick was preceded in death by his father, Albert Thibeau; his mother, Margretta Thibeau; and his beloved son and hunting partner, Brandon Thibeau

Visiting hours will be held on Friday, February 2, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. with a funeral service immediately after at the Jones, Rich, & Barnes Funeral Home, 199 Woodford Street, Portland. The family would like to invite you to a celebration of life at 1:30 p.m. at Rachel’s On the Green, 60 Val Halla Road, Cumberland Center, Maine.

Burial will be in the Spring at Blanchard Cemetery in Falmouth, Maine.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the Maine Audubon at 20 Gilsland Farm Road, Falmouth, Maine, 04105.