DEXTER – Robert John Irvin, 68, died Dec. 22, 2005, at his home after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born Jan. 12, 1937, in Dexter the, only child of John and Addie (Fanjoy) Irvin. Robert lived most of his life in Dexter, was educated in the local schools and worked at a variety of jobs doing millwork. He was employed by the Dexter Bottling Company for a number of years, worked for the Forest Service in a fire tower on the Canadian border, and later owned and operated a book store called The Happy Booker with his wife Judy. He was a skilled carpenter and did many carpentry jobs throughout his lifetime. Bob also worked at the Dexter Shoe Company for 22 years. He enjoyed fishing, playing baseball on the semi-pro town team, and was an avid reader. Bob will be remembered as a devoted Boston Red Sox fan. He is survived by a son, Kenneth and wife, Lucille, of Ripley; a daughter, Amy Withee; and grandson, Gregory of Vermont. Kristy Vautier was raised by Bob and Judy. There will always be a special place in her heart for “Bumpa.” He will also be sadly missed by Ken and Gail Dostie, Clayton and Judy Bennett, Charlie and Sherry Busque, Gayton and Gloria Landry, Rodney Getchell; and his dog, Simba. He was predeceased by his loving parents, and his wife, Judy. Visiting hours will be held from 6-8 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 4, 2006, at Crosby & Neal, 61 Main St., Dexter. A graveside committal service will be held in the spring at Mount Pleasant Cemetery, Dexter, with Pastor Lois Field of the Dexter United Methodist Church officiating. Memorial donations may be made in his memory to the Dexter Historical Society, P.O. Box 481, Dexter, ME 04930. For more information, or to sign an online guest book please visit www.crosbyneal.com
ROBERT JOHN IRVIN
