Lamoine
Albert S. Herrick, 86, died August 3, 2012 at an Ellsworth hospital. He was born in New Brunswick, Canada November 13, 1925 the son of Frank L. and Annie M. (Garland) Herrick.
Growing up, Albert told of how they caught fish, trapped animals and had large gardens to feed the family and he continued his love of the outdoors. He served in the US Navy during WWII and was a former registered Maine guide. He owned and operated the Lamoine Kennels for many years. Before having his own kennels, he worked as a veterinary assistant in Ellsworth. He enjoyed going on many moose hunting trips with his son David’s family. Albert was a member of the Lamoine Fire Dept and cooked many meals there, but was famous for his clam chowder. He also belonged to the Lamoine Grange and Lamoine Baptist Church.
He is survived by his son, David Herrick and wife Julie; daughter, Susan Sanchez and husband Jim all of Lamoine; grandchildren, David Herrick, Jr., Anne Herrick and Jordin Sanchez. He will be greatly missed by his special feline friend, Oscar. He was predeceased by his beloved wife, Hildred (Jordan); daughter, Julie Anne; brother, Edwin Herrick; sisters, Annie Smith and Muriel Wilbur.
Calling hours will be held 5:30-7:00pm, Monday, August 6, 2012 at Jordan-Fernald, 113 Franklin St. Ellsworth. A funeral service will be held 1:00pm, Tuesday, August 7th at the Lamoine Baptist Church with Rev. Foster Williams officiating. Interment will be at Forest Hill Cemetery, Lamoine.
Contributions in Albert’s memory may be made to the Lamoine Baptist Church, c/o Carolyn Ackerman, 28 Ford Lane, Lamoine 04605 or the Lamoine Fire Department, 606 Douglas Highway, Lamoine 04605
Condolences may be expressed at www.jordanfernald.com