Albert Joseph Arsenault Jr.

He was born in Rumford on August 5, 1951 to Marian L. Turner Arsenault and Albert Arsenault Sr.

He graduated from Mexico High School in 1972.

Albert was a Harley enthusiast. He built and repaired motorcycles in his shop, "A&J Cycles". He also was a member of the Exiles motorcycle club.

He worked for many years as an ironworker/rigger with several different construction companies across the country.

He was an avid hiker, especially in Acadia National Park any time of the year. He enjoyed kayaking, fishing and hunting.

His greatest joy was his family, puttering and building around the house, and helping anyone who needed it.

On October 12, 2013 he participated in the Dempsey Challenge 5k walk. His determination and great need to help others allowed him to raise over $500.00.

He is survived by his step-mother, Susan Arsenault of Canton; his loving wife of 23 years, Jan Arsenault of Jay; a daughter Breanne Hewins and husband Craig, and granddaughters Delsi and Jarni, all of Fayette; sisters, Ann Shultz and husband David of Kennebunkport, and Sue Arsenault and husband Leo of Mexico, brothers, Robert Arsenault of Peru and Todd Arsenault of Hartford, stepbrothers Larry Knox of Peru, and Brian Knox and wife Amy of Peru; and many nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by his parents and step-sister Betsy Knox.

Anyone wishing to may donate in Albert’s memory to the Patrick Dempsey Cancer Center for Hope and Healing 29 Lowell St. Lewiston, ME 04240.