Paul Levesque
February 26, 1931 ~ May 28, 2026
Born in:
Westbrook, Maine
Resided in:
Westbrook, Maine
WESTBROOK – Paul G. Levesque, 95, passed away peacefully on May 28, 2026.
Born in Westbrook on February 26, 1931, Paul was the son of Theophile and Christina Levesque. Paul was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend whose life centered around his faith, family, and service to others. For 70 years, he shared a loving marriage with his wife, H. Edith Levesque, building a family and life together rooted in love, dedication, and quiet strength.
A graduate of Massachusetts College of Pharmacy In Boston as a Registered Pharmacist, Paul was the longtime owner of the Rexall Pharmacy on Stevens Avenue in Portland’s Deering Center neighborhood. He took great pride in caring for his customers and serving the community through his work as a pharmacist for many years.
Paul was deeply committed to helping others. He volunteered for 14 years at the St. Vincent de Paul Soup Kitchen, where he gave generously of his time and compassion. He was also a former board member of the Diocese of Portland Maine Deering Pavilion, a faithful parishioner of St. Maximilian Kolbe Church in Scarborough, and a proud member of the Knights of Columbus.
Paul also honorably served his country in the United States Army, spending two years stationed in Germany.
Above all else, Paul loved his family. He will be remembered for his kindness, steady presence, faith, and devotion to those he loved most.
He was predeceased by his parents, Theophile and Christina Levesque; and his siblings, Henry Levesque, Lorraine Corbin, Lorette Knapp, and Rodrick “Dick” Levesque.
He is survived by his loving wife of 70 years, H. Edith Levesque of Westbrook; his five children, Patricia O’Leary, Paul T. Levesque, Catherine L’Heureux, Mary Porada, and Peter Levesque; 11 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews; and his sister, Annette Garland.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10AM on Wednesday, June 3, 2026 at St. Maximilian Kolbe Church, 150 Black Point Road, Scarborough. Interment will be private. A reception will follow.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the St. Vincent de Paul Soup Kitchen or Compassus Hospice Living Foundation, 3193 Boardwalk Dr., P.O. Box 5197, Saginaw, MI 48603.
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Mass of Christian Burial: Wednesday, June 3, 2026 10:00 am - 11:00 am
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Deepest sympathy to his family.
What a wonderful person! Mr. Levesque anchored our Deering Center neighborhood. Always, always a friendly smile and greeting. His crisp pharmacist’s uniform spoke of his dedication to his profession and his customers. He was a friendly part of my childhood where all the shopkeepers had a relationship with the neighborhood – Mr. McCann ran the radio and tv repIr shop. Mr. Lopez ran the Jenny gas station. Mr. And Mrs. Roy ran the shoe shop. The Quality Shop, Leadbetter’s Bakery, Pat’s Meat Market, Central Square beauty parlor, the barber shop and the Lyric Theater all made Deering Center an idyllic place to grow up. Mr. Levesque epitomized that wholesome experience for which were very grateful. All our best to the Levesque family with thanks.
I think that was Batura’s bakery
Leadbetter’s was on Brighton
Condolences to Edie and kids. Paul was a gentleman, a good soul whom I was proud to call a friend. Paul hired me while I was a student at Cheverus, mentored me as I watched him deal compassionately with his customers and employees. He went out of his way to serve the community, having me deliver prescriptions to those who could not make it to the store. He was what a neighborhood pharmacist was meant to be and more, much more. Rest in peace.
So sorry to hear of your dad’s passing.
Stevens Ave. Pharmacy was your Dad!
He just wasn’t The Pharmacist….he was so much more….he was the most caring person I’ve ever met.
We need more people like your dad .
Sincerely
Deb (Watson ) Smalley
I grew up on Pleasant Avenue. My friends and I would often go into the Rexall Pharmacy on our way home from school. Mr. Levesque was always very welcoming and friendly. While at Deering I worked there. I was always impressed at how kind and caring his was to his customers. He knew them all by name. My mother went there often and was always treated respectful ly. Mr. Levesque always took time to answer all her questions.
He was a very special man.
My condolences to all of his family.
Remembering Mr. Levesque fondly.
Condolences to the family.
Our deepest condolences to you, Eddie. We remember Paul as a kind, thoughtful man and were fond of both of you when we lived across the street at Evergreen Condo Assn. we hope you are doing well. May you remember all the good times together.
Our best,
Scott & Alice Hamilton
As a young pharmaceutical representative I had frequent interactions with Paul. He was always kind, attentive and gave a few minutes of his time when he most likely had little to spare. He was a true gentleman, my condolences to his family.
Sending loving thoughts and heartfelt sympathy to Paul’s wife and family.I worked at the pharmacy during my high school years. Paul made such a difference in my life! We would talk about politics, philosophy, religion and ideas during slow times in the store. He challenged my mind and respected my ideas.
He was more than a pharmacist to his customers. He was an advisor and friend! I loved his family and occasionally baby sat when he rarely took time off to go out with his lovely wife Edie. He was truly a wonderful man and was very influential in my life! And I will forever be grateful for knowing him!
DIane (Pierce) Farren
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Uncle Paul was a special man, he will be missed. His kindness always shone through. I have fond memories of visiting the family at your camp on the lake.
or Mrs. L greeting all with a smile. The good ol days when things were simple. Condolences to the family. I graduated with Cathy 1981. God bless. Sincerely Joe Jackson
Dear Cathy and Greg, we are so sad to learn about Mr. Levesque’s death. We send our condolences to you rfamily and will gladly respond to the request to remember him with the Saint Vincent De Paul in Portland.