Donald L. Faxon
January 18, 1933 ~ February 27, 2020
Resided in:
Westbrook, ME
Westbrook- Donald L. Faxon, 87, died peacefully on Thursday, February 27, 2020 at the Maine Veterans Home in Scarborough with his family by his side.
He was born in Plaistow, NH on January 18, 1933, the son of the late Leon and Lelia (Cunningham) Faxon. He graduated from Haverhill Trade School in the class of 1951.
Don was a life-long learner and successful entrepreneur. During his lifetime, he owned multiple businesses ranging from construction to upholstery, real estate and antiques. He was highly skilled in rough and finished carpentry, a master electrician and plumber, real estate broker and upholsterer in marine and home design. Even in his later years he was always doing small projects and tinkering in his 'workshop'.
In his spare time, he enjoyed reading with a particular interest in Westerns, studying the Bible, afternoon rides in the country, and walking. In fact he walked 2-3 miles every day up until he was 86 years old. He had a strong faith and was actively involved in his local church, usually Baptist affiliated. He led a men's group, participated in short term mission trips with his wife, and even served as an interim pastor. To the world, he will be remembered as a gregarious, gracious and charming man.
Don was predeceased by his wife, Roberta (White) Faxon in 2017; a brother, Robert Faxon. He is survived by a daughter, Tambria Alexander of Standish, ME; a son, Terry and his wife Beth Faxon of MA; a sister, Gloria Bryant of FL; a brother, Norman Faxon of NH; five grandchildren, Nathaniel Alexander of Gorham, ME, Trevor Faxon of NV, Jacob Faxon of MA, Eric Faxon of NH, and Kendra Faxon of MA; two great grandchildren, Ari and Evie Alexander of Gorham, ME; several nieces and nephews.
A visiting hour celebrating Donald's life will be held on Saturday, March 7, 2020 from 11:00am to 12:00pm at the Conroy-Tully Walker Funeral Home, 172 State Street, Portland, ME. A funeral service will follow at the chapel at 12:00pm with military honors. Burial will be at a later date. To view Donald's memorial page, or to share an online condolence, please visit www.ConroyTullyWalker.com
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Tambria, I am so very sorry for the loss of your father (and I didn’t know your mother had died, either). Please know I’m thinking of you, and you are in my prayers. I pray the Lord wrap you in His arms in a comforting embrace during this time.
– Lucie Tardif