WATERVILLE- Vincent “Vinny” P. Dostie, 83, of Waterville, passed Tuesday, February 6, 2024.
Vincent was born in Waterville, August 29, 1940, to Harvey and Violet (Rancourt) Dostie.
Vincent is predeceased by his parents Harvey and Violet Dostie of Waterville, brothers: David Dostie of Waterville and Ricky Dostie of Sidney, and sisters: Collinette “Connie” Jordan of Skowhegan, Pauline Bartlett of Fairfield, Maurine Champagne of Fairfield, Zilda Champagne of Waterville, and wives Rebecca E. Dostie and Olive Dostie.
Vincent is survived by his brother William “Billy” Dostie and wife Sandra of Sidney, ME.
He is also survived by five sons and their families:
Larry and wife Kimberly Dostie of Seabrook, NH; 3 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren, Vincent Jr. and wife Anna Dostie of Rome, GA; 3 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild, Harvey and wife Tracey Dostie of Standish, ME; 3 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren, James and wife Maureen Dostie of Durham, ME; 2 grandchildren,
David and wife Leah Dostie of Oakland, ME; 2 grandchildren.
He worked in various mechanical trades throughout his life: HVAC/Sheetmetal, Plumbing and Pipe Fitting before finishing his career as a Boiler Maker for Maine Central Railroad. He was a member of the Waterville Elks Lodge and Waterville Masonic Lodge. Later in years, he developed a love for his pets, none would go without a treat every time he petted them.
The family will hold a private Memorial service.
Online condolence messages can be submitted at the Chad E. Poitras Cremation and Funeral Service website, www.mainefuneral.com
In lieu of flowers, friends wishing may donate in Vince's memory to Humane Society Waterville Area, 100 Webb Road, Waterville, ME 04901 or to Hospice of Southern Maine, 390 US Route One, Scarborough, ME 04074.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Chad E. Poitras Cremation and Funeral Service, Buxton, www.mainefuneral.com