GORHAM- Arlene Frances Bean, age 94, passed away on Jan. 10, 2018 at Springbrook Center in Westbrook.
She was born on June 14, 1923, the only child of the late Fred and Kathleen (Thompson) Dunfield.
She will always be remembered for her love of animals, cooking – especially her apple and lemon meringue pies, and being with her family.
Arlene was a member of the First Congregational Church of Gorham and the Auxiliary Fire Department in Gorham.
She is predeceased by her husband William L. Bean of 62 years; and a daughter- Mary who passed away in 1952.
Arlene is survived by her sons- Donald Bean of FL, Harland Bean of Gorham, Delbert Bean of Buxton, and Wayne Bean of Gorham; grandchildren- Sara and Letitia; and great grandchildren- Baylee Mae and Gabriel; and two expected great grandchildren.
A graveside service will be held in the spring at Eastern Cemetery in downtown Gorham on Saturday June 16 at 2 PM.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Chad E. Poitras Cremation and Funeral Service, Buxton. Online condolence messages can be submitted at the funeral home website, www.mainefuneral.com
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to a charity of your choice.