Wilfrid J. Viens Obituary (1935 - 2011)

Wilfrid J. Viens, 75, of Farmingdale, Maine died on Sunday, January 30, 2011 at Glenridge Living Community in Augusta, Maine following a long period of illness. He was born on November 21, 1935, the son of the late Elie and Rose (Mathieu) Viens of Waterville. Willy graduated from Waterville High School in June 1954 and served in the U.S. Coast Guard until 1957. Willy is survived by his wife of 24 years, Bonnie Viens; two daughters, Rebecca Davis and her partner Nathan Maillet of Brunswick and Linda Delude of Ponce Inlet, Florida; two sons, David Viens and wife Kristin of Belgrade and Michael Viens and his wife Kerry of Fair Oaks, California; four stepchildren, Jay and wife Sonia of Pittsfield; Sam and wife Lisa of Palmyra; Heidi Godin and fianc Michael Walker of Skowhegan; Jennifer Pease and partner Annie of Arizona. He is also survived by his brother John Viens and wife Jeannine of Augusta and sister Lucille Talbot and husband Gerard of Waterville; one brother Joseph Viens passed in 2009. He was also the proud grandfather/step-grandfather to 12 grandchildren as well as 7 nieces and nephews. He was married to Joan T. Flood, she passed in 1989. He worked in the construction field, including 39 years with Sheridan Construction in Fairfield, Maine, until his retirement in 2000. Willy loved his four furry companionsMeeko, Tobey, Charlie and Joey, who were so important to him as were the many previously adopted and loved kitties who brightened Willys life for so many years. Willy enjoyed watching professional sports most of his life and was an avid Red Sox, Bruins, Celtics and New England Patriots fan. He played hockey while attending Waterville High School. He was a loving and devoted husband, father and grandfather, and he will be missed by his entire family. The family wishes to thank the following people who provided care, kindness and compassion to Willy and his family: Dr. Scott Schiff-Slater, the health care professionals at MaineGeneral and Glenridge; and Mr. Peter Murphy, his landlord and friend. At Willys request, there will be no visiting hours. A mass of Christian burial will be celebrated on Thursday, February 3, 2011, at 11 a.m. Notre Dame Church in Waterville, Maine. A Honor Guard ceremony will be held at 1 p.m. at the Maine Veterans Cemetery, Mount Vernon Road, Augusta, Maine. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Kennebec Humane Society, 10 Pet Haven Lane, Augusta, Maine 04330.