Lucien Joseph Arsenault

He was born in Rumford Maine on March 22, 1923 a son of John and Mary (Richard) Arsenault.

Lucien was educated in local schools.

He enlisted in the US Navy at age 17 and served during WWII.

Lucien was employed for over 40 years with the Rumford Paper Mill.

He was a communicant of Parish of the Holy Savior.

Lucien was a life member and past Commander of the VFW. He was also a life member of the American Legion Post #24, the Fraternal Order of Eagles, and the Sportsman Alliance of Maine.

He was a member of Webb River Sportsman Club.

Lucien enjoyed hunting, fishing, playing his harmonica and spoons, and spending time in Prince Edward Island.

Surviving are his companion, Doris Swett of Rumford; a sister, Therese Giambattista, a Godchild and niece, Bertha Kelley of Rumford; a grandson, Jonathan S. Young and companion Deborah Stover of Mexico; two great granddaughters, Ashlynn Young and Destiny Young; and several nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by his parents, his wife Vera, a daughter Gail Young, brothers Agappe, Clarence, Edgar, and Albert, and sisters SR. Mary Philbert and Rita Arsenault.

If so desired contributions in Lucien’s memory may be made to the VFW Post #1641 320 Waldo Street Rumford, ME or the American Legion Post #24 184 Congress St. Rumford, ME 04276.