Louis B. Maietta
November 13, 1956 ~ January 24, 2021
Resided in:
South Portland, ME
South Portland- Louis B. (Louie) Maietta Jr., 64, passed away unexpectedly at home on Sunday, January 24, 2021.
He was born in Portland, Maine on November 13, 1956 to Louis B. Sr. and Roberta (Tinsman) Maietta, on his parents wedding anniversary. He attended local schools graduating from South Portland High School in 1975. He married the love of his life, Jane Carmichael on July 31, 1976. Upon graduating from Southern Maine Community College in 1978 with an Associate's Degree in Fire Science, he was hired by the South Portland Fire Department as the public safety dispatcher/ fireman. He was a Captain on the Engine 8 call company. He was always involved with the family business, Maietta Construction, during his fire department days and devoted all his time to the company after his career with SPFD.
In 1999 he was elected to the South Portland City Council. After serving as Councilman, he was elected in 2002 to the Maine House of Representatives serving South Portland District 7. He was Past President of the Maine State Stock Car Association. In the early 2000's, he was a member of the Elementary School Building Committee which was responsible for overseeing the consolidation of the elementary schools in South Portland. He was currently serving on the Civil Service Commission in South Portland at the time of his death. After surviving prostate cancer, he was asked in 2010 to be a guest speaker along with Olivia Newton-John at the Pink and Blue Fundraiser, held in Orlando, FL to promote couples getting screened together for breast and prostate cancer. He is owner of South Portland Redemption and was on site every day until his death. Some of the charities he helped raise money for were the Ronald McDonald House, the Muscular Dystrophy Association and Sam the Bottle Man who raised money for the Barbara Bush Children's Hospital just to name a few. He enjoyed playing on the Maietta Construction softball team as well as spending time at Beech Ridge Motor Speedway supporting his brother and nephew's race teams. His summers were spent on Thomas Pond at the family camp. He will always be the reigning Cornhole Champion. He loved vacationing with his family in Florida often going to the Daytona 500. A special place in his heart will always be Caesars Palace in Las Vegas. He enjoyed multiple slot tournaments as well as visiting with his good friend Mickey Rosenberg. He loved going to his grandson Alex's hockey and football games. From the time his grandchildren were born that's when he really started to enjoyed life. They were everything to him. He considered all of his daughters and grandchildren's friends his extended family and his door was always open. He will be dearly missed by close friends, Danny Harkins and Curt and Laura Burrill.
He was predeceased by his parents, Louie and Bobbi; his brother, Gary; his niece, Megan.
He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Jane; three daughters, Angela Sanphy and her husband Mike, Sandra Marks and her husband Matt, Jenna Tremberth and her husband Dave; grandchildren, Alyssa, Hannah, Dylan, Dominic, Alex, Abby, Aidan, and Mila; great-grandchildren, Maezy and Crosby; in-laws, Richard and Peg Carmichael; brother-in-law, John and his wife Kim, brother-in-law, Rob and his wife Gray; sister-in-law, Susan Carmichael; his brothers, Michael and his partner Cathie, Vincent and Charlene, Thomas and Sara, James and Sherry, Robert and Tina, Neil and Kathleen and their families; as well as many aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.
We would like to thank our family and friends for all their love and support.
Visiting hours celebrating Louie's life will be held on Friday, January 29, 2021 from 3:00pm to 6:00pm at the Conroy-Tully Walker South Portland Chapel, 1024 Broadway, South Portland. Services will be private. The service will be live streamed on Saturday, January 30, 2021 at 10:00am, to view the service go to www.facebook.com/conroytullywalker. To view Louie's memorial page, or to share an online condolence, please visit www.ConroyTullyWalker.com
Those who wish may make contributions in Louie's memory to: Maine Cancer Foundation, 170 US-1 #250, Falmouth, ME 04105 or South Portland Food Cupboard, 130 Thadeus St, South Portland, ME 04106
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With deepest sympathy…forever in our hearts! Fly high, Louie! You will be greatly missed!!!
– Lots of Love, Mark & Victoria Dahms
Our warmest condolences,
– Normand Berube
Heartfelt condolences to Jane and the Maietta and Carmichael families from the Odlin family.
– Karine
RIP my friend. You were one of the most loyal people I have ever met. I will never forget your kindness and compassion
– Mike Edes
Sending love & prayers.
– Wes, Beth, Riley, Emma & Maggie McCauley
The Burrill’s and Hjorts send our love and remembrance of a man who was always there for our family through all of life. We love you!
– The Burrill & Hjort Family
To the Maietta family, I am so very sad for the loss of Louie. I will never forget his million dollar smile and outgoing personality. Sending love and prayers to every one of you. Gilly and Peggy Gilbert
– Gil Gilbert
Louie will be missed as a main stay in South Portland; I wished he had stayed in politics where you might have agreed or disagreed on issues but he always had and open ear and open heart. Our very best wishes and condolences to the family through this difficult time. Frank & Dee Lyons
– Francis W. Lyons
Harlan Michaud & Family
– H. L. Michaud
See you on the other side. Rest easy Louie, Love Johnny and Kim xoxo
– Tribute Store
Jane and Family. I am so very sorry for your loss. I have great memories of Louie and can’t imagine what you all going through. I had the chance to meet up with Him this summer at the redemption center and we had a chance to chat and catch up. My heart goes out to you. I’m sure he’s looking down on you all. He was so proud of his family. Praying the great memories you have of him help you to get through this very difficult time.
– Paula Burgess
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. Glenn Miller & Family
– Glenn Miller
Thoughts and prayers to the Maietta family from the Frank family
– Tribute Store
All our love; Sister In Law Pam husband Joey, Nephew Mikey Maietta Jr wife Dawn Jaelynne Niece Maria, Natasha Morgan. RIP Louie Maietta Jr Xoxo
– Tribute Store
All our thoughts and prayers to the family.
– Michael and Tim Michaud & Family
To Sandy Jane, Angela, I was so sorry to hear that you husband passed away and your dad. I used to go to the Broadway redepetion center and always talked to Louie. I bet he will be missed. Kristen tully
– kristen Tully
Louie it was always a pleasure to stop by the shop and chat with ya. I will miss that. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family. Rest In Peace my friend.
– Randy Aspiras
I am so sorry for the family and everyone that knew him. He touched many lives. He always had that smile. He did so much in his life and was always ready to help people. God Bless you all and help you through the pain of your loss.
– Madeline Gallant
Sending my love and prayers to the family. At this difficult time hold on to the great memories you made together. I’m sure he will be watching over you all. Love Donna
– Donna Freeman
Liquid-We feel fortunate to have so many wonderful memories with you. You truly were one of a kind and will always be in our hearts. We love you .
– Todd, Ashlie and Brooks
Out thoughts and prayers are with you and your families…. Tony & Arlene Leo
– Arlene Leo
Our hearts goes out to you and your family.. The Joy Louie brought to our lives will not be forgotten… Your friends Tony & Arlene Leo
– Antonio Leo
Thankful for you, your advice and your experience. ACPS is what it is because of your big heart and generosity. You will be missed every day.
– Nate, Kim and Cassidy Hjort
We are so sorry for your loss.
– Joan McLean
With sympathy, appreciation and gratefulness for a good man and family. Thank you,God bless and Godspeed. – Maine Association of Police.
– Paul Gaspar
You were one of a kind and will be dearly missed!
– Love Danny, Neil, Kayla & Tori
Jane, girls and family; We share a lot of memories from when we all were young, good times. I saw a lot of Louie when I was working at City Hall and we always caught up on our kids and families. No question Louie was always family first. It’s always tough losing someone, but losing them unexpectedly I think is the worst! I’m so sorry you all have to go through this. Sending lots of prayers and love to all of you Sue Borelli
– Susan Borelli
Sending love and prayers.
– Kelsey Lewey
We will miss you so much! Thank you for always being there with a hug when we needed one. We love you! Love Mikey, Dawn and Jaelynne
– Tribute Store
A beautiful soul taken too soon Thank you for everything you have ever done for me. May your beautiful soul rest in peace Lou Kelsey
– Kelsey Lewey
Remembering Louie in our mind and in our hearts. Our caring thoughts are with your family.
– Kayla and Steven Sterling
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
– Larry,Donna and family, Als of Scarborough
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
– Love, Pete,Terry,Don & Kathy
Our loved ones are a gift to us, celebrate the difference they made in our lives. We are so very sorry for your loss. With our deepest sympathy. Andrea, Phil, Philip and Jim Doria
– Andrea Doria
Alexa and I will forever be grateful for treating us like family. I relied on you for business and life advice. Although it was not usually the advice I “wanted” to hear, I respected it. Alexa took her very first steps to you at the Thomas Room and spoke her first words with you in the room. We will miss you dearly! Rest easy Louie watch over your family Love you, Stacey and Alexa
– Stacey Hanson-Evers
Sandi – May memories of your Dad and the love of family surround you and give you strength in the days ahead. Thinking of you and wishing you peace.
– Donna & Joe Poulin
So sorry for your loss
– Richard Libby
“Louis Maietta Jr.” will remain in our hearts forever. Love from the McCarthy, Barrett and Cifello families.
– Tribute Store
My deepest condolences to everyone of you…these are my home boys,growing up on Walnut,we all played and laughed. I’m saddened and my heart breaks! May the Angels of condolences be with you all now.
– Joyce Russell
A soft spoken kind man you always enjoyed catching up with. His conversations were ones that you would remember. God bless him. Harlan Michaud & Family.
– Harlan
When I was with the PD and would gas up at Central, Louie would ask me to get a coffee for him at Dunkin’s and donuts for his daughters. Every shift that we worked together he always went home with treats for the girls…
– Richard Foley
With deepest sympathies to Vincent and the Maietta Family. From The Sea Dog Brewing Company
– Tribute Store
Thanks for the wonderful memories growing up on Thomas Pond!Our heartfelt condolences to the entire Maietta Family.
– The Saragosa Family
Louie, you are my brother , my friend and was always there for me when I needed you. I know you’ll be watching over all of us.
– Love Neil and Kathy
One memory I’ll always hold of Louie was during my first winter in the new house. I woke up on a Sunday planning to host a dozen family members for a holiday gathering and there was over a foot of snow on the ground! I don’t even think I owned a shovel but before it even registered, Louie showed up with the plow to clear the driveway for me. I managed to get him to accept a few cookies in return but nothing more. It seems like this is the kind of thing Louie did all the time – quiet acts of kindness for people. He had a huge heart and I’m glad I got to know him.
– Leslie Tremberth
Our deepest sympathies to family & friends. PM Construction
– PM Construction
Louie. As always you did it your way. So glad we saw you on Friday. You know you left us all with a hole we will never fill . You will always be in my thoughts , we have face a lot together and I owe you for saving me in 2012. RIP my Best Freind , And Brother . Pics are from our trip on the USS Truman you in the Captains seat
– Curt
My deepest condolences to the entire Maietta family. Many years ago, as a political candidate in Cumberland County, I met Louie and his wonderful family. Louie and his family were so supportive. I am forever grateful for their support and for Louie’s great sense of humor. Since that time, I have come to know Louie more and am proud to have been a member of his circle of friends. From my interactions with him, I know that Louie was always a family man first. Family was everything to him. I am shocked and saddened by his passing. I am honored to have known him. God Bless you my friend.
– Bill Holmes
My thoughts go out to Jane, his daughters & the entire Maietta & Carmichael families. I will always be grateful to Louie for the amazing friendship he had with my father Danny. A giant hole is left in the hearts of so many & adjusting to life going forward without him will no doubt be hard. He really was a Wonderful person & will be missed so much.
– Kristi Harkins
Dear Jane and family, Cliff and I were surprised and saddened by your loss. Louis was a force to be reckoned with as well as a loving family man. He will be remembered by the extensive family he made while serving the fire service of South Portland. All who met him were better for having met him and if you were lucky to be part of his extended family, as we were, welcomed and treated as family. Will always remember times at the camp and all of you! Our love and prayers are with you always! Cliff and Julie
– Cliff
So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you in this difficult time. George & Lisa Laplume
– George Laplume
Dear Jane and the entire Maietta family, we are so sorry for your loss. Louie was a wonderful person and will be missed by all. Many great memories from the good old days! Our thoughts and are with all of you
– Jane Robie
Louie brought his new hot rod down to OOB. We had a great time eating clam cakes and a few cocktails. We will miss him dearly. Scott, Jen, Riley and Vivienne Provencher.
– Scott Provencher
We are thinking of you during this difficult time. He loved his family immensely and always will
– Doug and Joan
Please accept my sincere condolences to the Maietta Family.
– Kim Dominicus
Neil, Vinnie and all of the Maietta family, We are So very sorry for your loss. May all your wonderful memories bring you comfort and peace during this time. Tim & Pat Lindsay
– Tim & Pat Lindsay
With Deepest Sympathies, Link & Michelle Erskine & McKenzie Brackett.
– Link Erskine
Dear Friend you will truly be missed. I will miss all your wisdom and good advice. I will miss catching up with you and hearing about all the wonderful things you have been doing and to hear how Hannah and Alyssa were doing. Some how I know you will be watching over us all. You were one of the kindest hearted persons I have ever know. Rest in peace Louie, I will miss you so much.
– christine Riley
To the entire Maietta family, I am so sad after learning of my good friend’s untimely passing. I’m sure that you all know that he was a good man who loved his family with every fiber of his being and would do anything in his power to help any of them through any tough time. Louie was a giver of both his time, his money and his friendship. We had many great times together in years past as well as some tough times and I feel blessed for having Louie by my side through a lot of them. My goodness, we had fun ! I will miss you, my friend, until we meet again. I’m proud to have known you and proud to have been one of your friends. Rest in peace, Lou. Reggie Conohan
– Reg Conohan
If not for Louis and the entire Maietta family, I never would have lasted 27 years as a police officer. I will miss you my friend, more than you will ever know.
– james fahey
With deepest respect and condolences. Rest In Peace.
– Tribute Store
“Mr. Maietta” you are loved yesterday, today, and always. Hope you are laughing with me…..
– Gretchen Walker
Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts.
– Freeman Family Donna, Jeremy, Shawn
Thank you Louie for your help and support over the years. You will be sorely missed. RIP my friend, til we meet again. With deepest sympathy, thoughts, and prayers to the entire Maietta family. Keep all the great memories close to your hearts. Life is short…
– Lee Harvey
Peace, Prayers and Blessings,
– Marion Pitale
Peace, Prayers and Blessings,
– The Family of Frankie Nadeau
Thank you Louie for being another father figure in my daughter’s life -Nicole. You will be sadly missed
– Cheryl Larou
Always had fun together. He meant the world to our family. He will be missed everyday. We have a ton of fantastic memories with Louie, we will always hold them close to our hearts.
– Lauralburrill@gmail. Com
Louie, Jane and the whole family have contributed to so many wonderful memories in our lives. Our thoughts and condolences are with you all in this very difficult time. Oz and Donna
– Donna Lombardi
Uncle Louie will always be remembered in our hearts and memories! He will be greatly missed!
– Love always, Justin, Alaina & Mason, Adam and Gary