Robert Heino

HARRISON — Robert Heino, 83, of Harrison died November 3, 2012 at his home after a long illness. He was born on May 25, 1929 in Waterford, son of Finnish immigrants Kalle and Liisa Heino. He was very proud of his Finnish heritage and worked hard to help out his family. He was known by many friends as “Bob.”

He married Mabel Qualey on January 11, 1969. They lived in Waterford at his family farm, and then they moved to Maple Ridge in Harrison. He worked at Wilner Wood Heel, various logging jobs, and at Dielectric in Raymond for 29 years.

He enjoyed hunting and fishing with his friends and helping Mabel in their gardens. He was caretaker and President of the Harrison Lutheran Cemetery Association for many years and took great pride in caring for it.

Mr. Heino is survived by his wife, Mabel; his sisters, Celia Jacobson of Harrison and Hilda Peterson of Bridgton, and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his brothers, William, Victor, Carl and Albert and his sisters, Louise, Liz, Lina, Linda and Martha.

Donations in Mr. Heino's name may be made to the Harrison Lutheran Association. Please send to Daphne Chaplin, 558 Norway Road, Harrison, ME 04040.

Graveside services will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, November 10 at Lutheran Cemetery in Harrison. Arrangements are under the direction of Chandler Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 45 Main St., South Paris.  On-line condolences may be shared with the family at www.chandlerfunerals.com.

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Robert Heino