Michael H. Lapierre

Michael H. Lapierre, 55, of Auburn passed away unexpectedly at his home on Thursday May 7th. Born in Lewiston on June 28, 1959 the son of Raymond and Pauline Roy Lapierre. Michael attended local schools before going to work at Cole Hahn Shoe Shop as a hand stitcher taking great pride in the work that he did. Mike was a man that was sometimes seen as rough on the outside but when you got to know him he was witty, funny, and soft as a marshmallow. He loved to hunt and snowmobile with family and friends. Mike was a member of the National Horseshoe Pitching Association and frequently competed successful in many tournaments. He loved being involved in his children and grandchildren’s lives. Playing baseball at ASLL and softball with his brother was also something that he always enjoyed. Michael is survived by his companion of 29 years Marie Samson; a daughter Courtney Charest of Lewiston, and 2 stepchildren Amanda Rodriguez and John Samson of Auburn; a brother Gerald Lapierre of Lewiston and a sister Terry Lapierre of GA; 5 grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by a son Chad Lapierre, and two brothers Richard and Robert Lapierre. You are invited to express condolences and pay tribute to Michael’s life by visiting his guest book at www.thefortingroupauburn.com Visiting hours will be Saturday May 16th from 2 – 4pm followed by a Celebration of Life at 4pm and a reception at the Fortin Group in Auburn after.