Waterville - Leo Joseph Quirion, 95, of Waterville died Friday, October 21, 2023, after a brief stay at Woodlawn Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Skowhegan. He was born in Waterville, Maine on September 1, 1928, to Henry and Ida (Landry) Quirion.
Leo was a 1946 graduate of Waterville Senior High School and honorably discharged from the US Army, 504th Parachute Infantry, 82 Airborne Division. In 1953 he met the love of his life, Lorraine M. (Burrill) Quirion, they were married July 2, 1955, and recently celebrated their 68th wedding anniversary.
Leo retired from Scott Paper / Kimberly Clark / SAPPI after more than 35 years. He was a member of the American Legion, and a 50-year member of the Waterville Elks BPOE #905. After his retirement, he and Lorraine spent over 30 winters at their home in Bradenton, Florida.
Leo was predeceased by his parents Henry and Ida, brothers; Henry Jr., Donald, Edward, and James, sisters; Geraldine Michaud, Dora Mae Blair, and Joan Gaulin, as well as daughter Cindi Ware Burke.
He is survived by his loving wife Lorraine, son-in-law Daniel Burke, granddaughters Lesli Ware and Sara Ware, great-grandchildren, Darien Ware, Olivia Gordon, Scott Gordon, and Spencer Gordon, great-great-grandchildren Javien and Carter, as well as many nieces and nephews. A special niece Rhonda Landry, and long-time neighbor and friend Michelle MacKenzie, have also been involved in Leo's care during these recent months.
At Leo's request there will be no public visiting hours. An Elks Memorial Service is planned for Monday, November 13, 2023, at 10:30am at the Waterville Elks Lodge, 76 Industrial St, Waterville, and a graveside service will be scheduled at a later date.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Dan & Scott's Cremation, Skowhegan, where condolences, photos, and special memories may be shared at https://dsfuneral.com/obituaries/leo-quirion.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to your favorite charity.