Joseph William Iler

Joseph W. Iler, 72, of Lisbon passed away unexpectedly at his home on October 2, 2015. He was born on June 26, 1943 in Los Angeles County to son of Joseph P. and Laura (Witham) Iler. He attended local schools after his graduation he entered the United States Air Force serving for 8 years before going into the Army and Air Force National Guard for another 4 years. Once completing his military service he continued his education for two years in college. Joseph was always known for giving to others whether it was through his 12 years in the military or volunteering for 10 years as a Senior Companion he always loved others and looked to teach others about Jesus Christ. In 2015 he was voted the Volunteer of the Year out of 100’s of volunteers. During his younger years he traveled the country always finding a National Park to work at while he was living in that area. Through all his travels you would always hear that he loved Maine and he considered it home. His children, grandchildren and great grandchildren always came first in his eyes and he loved them deeply. He is survived by Judy Iler his x-wife, best friend, and mother of his children; Jena Iler of Arizona, Jeffrey Iler of Lewiston, James Iler of Arizona, Joy Letourneau of Greene, and Joel Iler of Lewiston; 16 Grandchildren, 8 Great Grandchildren; 5 sisters Sharon O’Hara of Alaska, Linda Hoffman of California, Carol Hickey of Washington, Susan Baumen of Kansas, and Kathy Staley of Arizona; many nieces, nephews and friends. You may pay your condolences to the Joseph’s family at www.thefortingrouplewiston.com

A Funeral Service will be held on Saturday October 10th at 11am at The Fortin Group, 70 Horton St, Lewiston. Committal will take place at the Maine Veterans Cemetery on October 13th at 9am Mt. Vernon Rd Augusta ME. A service of The Fortin Group Funeral, Cremation, and Monument Provider 70 Horton St. Lewiston ME 207-784-4584.