BUCKSPORT – Todd E. Gifford, 54, passed away unexpectedly Monday, Feb. 3, 2014. He was born Feb. 1, 1960, in Bangor, to Edward and Anna (Gross) Gifford.
Todd graduated from Bucksport High School in 1977. He worked as a chef at the Bucksport Jed Prouty Tavern for a few years, then he began working in the construction field. He took great pride in his work and landed a job with Cianbro. He was employed with Cianbro for several years as a successful iron worker/welder. In 1993, Todd was severely burned in a house fire and fought for his life. He had to overcome many obstacles from his injuries and he was determined to rebuild his life, get back to his career and rebuild his home, which is exactly what he did. His home in Bucksport was his pride and joy. Once his new home was completed, he had family gatherings every Sunday. His cooking and hospitality was amazing to all who attended. Todd loved cooking, carpentry, hunting, ice fishing, and spending time outdoors. He also had a love for animals, especially his golden retriever dogs Duke and Daisy. Most of all, Todd loved his family, his children, and grandchildren.
He was predeceased by his grandparents, Alton and Belva Gross, and Nye and Georgia Gifford; his father, Edward Gifford; and stepfather, Dean Scott. He is survived by his children; a daughter, Jessica (Gifford) Gray and husband, Nate “Bump” Gray, of Bucksport; son, Todd Jason Gifford and wife, Cassandra (Allen) Gifford, of Bangor; his mother, Anna (Gross) Scott of Bucksport; brother, Mark Gifford; and sister, Louanne (Gifford) Littlefield. He was “PA” to five wonderful grandchildren, Tyson and Kaylee Gray of Bucksport, Ayzlynn, Daxton, and Ryker Gifford of Bangor. He is greatly loved and will be missed by all his family and friends. He is gone from our sight but will live on in our hearts forever.
A memorial service for Todd will take place in the spring. Arrangements are under the care of Mitchell-Tweedie Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Bucksport.
Todd Edward Gifford
