Ronald Lamarche

Ronald A. Lamarche, 84

February 1, 1941 - April 22, 2025

Ronald A. Lamarche, 84, passed away peacefully in his sleep on April 22, 2025. He was born on February 1, 1941, in Morrisville, Vermont, the son of Laurier B. and Flore Y. (Robillard) Lamarche.

A graduate of Orleans High School, Class of 1960, Ronald began his working life in the mills of Maine and later at Ethan Allen in Vermont. He then spent a decade driving a milk truck - eventually purchasing his own truck - a step that brought him back to his own roots of farming.

On June 23, 1962, Ronald married the love of his life, Yvette Tremblay. Together, they pursued their shared dream of dairy farming, purchasing a farm in Bradford, Maine in 1971. After a devastating fire ten years later, they rebuilt their lives and continued their journey on a new farm in Charleston, Maine. Ronald dedicated 38 years to farming, a vocation that defined his life and legacy.

Outside of work, Ronald enjoyed the simple pleasures of life. He loved boating, camping, snowmobiling, gardening, and playing horseshoes. He also found great joy in traveling-especially cruises-and cherished every moment spent with his family.

He is survived by his beloved wife of 62 years, Yvette; his son, Brian Lamarche and wife Arline of Prospect, Maine; daughters, Diane Kennedy and husband Tony of Hudson, Maine, and Laura Hollis of Veazie, Maine. He leaves behind his grandchildren: Thomas Lamarche of Exeter, Maine; Nicole (Lamarche) Curry and husband Ethan of Newport, Maine; Steven Lamarche and wife Nikki of Hudson, Maine; Alexander Hollis and partner Krystyna Farrar of Dexter, Maine; Colby Hollis and wife Lindsey of Converse, Texas; and bonus granddaughter Taylor Staples of Bangor, Maine. He was also blessed with two great-grandchildren: Kayden Curry of Newport, Maine, and Aubrey Hollis of Converse, Texas.

Ronald is also survived by his sister Lorraine Webster and husband Eugene of Irasburg, Vermont; his brothers Maurice Lamarche and wife Betty of Westbrook, Connecticut, and Raymond Lamarche and wife Janine of Irasburg, Vermont; and many nieces, nephews and cousins. A special acknowledgment is extended to Norris Oakes, who spent many years working alongside Ronald and was considered family.

Ronald was predeceased by his parents, Laurier and Flore Lamarche, and his sister, Rita Brown.

Ronald will be remembered for his unwavering dedication to his family, his work ethic, and the love he poured into the land he farmed. He leaves behind a legacy of hard work, love, and laughter that will be cherished for generations.

Visitation will be held from 5-7 on April 30, 2025, at Brookings-Smith, 133 Center Street, Bangor. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated on May 1, 2025, at 11:00 am at St. Paul the Apostle Parish, St. John's Catholic Church, 217 York Street, Bangor. Burial will follow at Mt. Pleasant Cemetery, 449 Ohio Street, Bangor. Relatives and friends are invited to share conversation and refreshments at the Family Reception Center of Brookings-Smith, 163 Center Street, following the burial.

In lieu of flowers, gifts may be made in Ronald's memory to the charity of your choice.