Ellsworth
John Jacob Astor Lindsey, 85, passed away March 20, 2013 at his home with his wife and family by his side. He was born January 10, 1928 the son of Byron and Vivian (Whalen) Lindsey.
John was a dedicated worker, wonderful husband, father, grandfather, and friend. He was said by many to be the best heavy equipment operator around, always requested for special jobs. He worked construction for many years for Harold MacQuinn and Bill Peasley. In his early years worked as a woodsman in mills around the state with horses, chainsaws, and equipment. His greatest joy was spending time with his wife and family. He enjoyed his pets, bird watching, and operating his plow truck and grader. He loved country music, going dancing, and spending time at family gatherings with his large extended family. John was the last of his siblings. He was loved by all who knew him and will be sadly missed. We hope they have lots of good country music in heaven, John.
He is survived by his beloved wife of 65 years, Virginia; daughters, Astor Gillis and husband Robert, Andra Farrell; son, Terry Lindsey; grandchildren and great-grandchildren, Drew Church and partner Christine, their sons, Lucas and Logan, Darrin Church and partner Wendy, his children, Darrian and William, Lorna Chick and husband Bruce, their sons, Johnathan and Ethan, Janelle (Goodwin) Jones and husband Carter, their sons, David, Brian, Andrew, and Cody, Melissa (Farrell) Wilmot and husband Chad, their children, Rhett and Reeve, Shauna (Lindsey) Fowler-Hisler and husband Raymond, and her son, Edward Fowler; great-great-grandson, Noah Fowler; step-grandchildren, Lorrie (Farrell) Murphy, Stephen Brenton, Michelle (Brenton) Novak, and John Gillis; several step-great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents; son, John Jay Lindsey; infant granddaughter, Carrie Ann Lindsey; special son-in-law, Laurence Farrell, Jr; mother-in-law, Alma King; brothers, Steven and Harold Lindsey; sisters, Mary Sturgill, Alice Patterson, Sadie Murphy, Margaret Hudson, and Marylin Moon.
The family would like to thank Maine Coast Memorial Hospital and staff, Hospice of Hancock County and Collier’s Nursing Home and staff for their excellent care over the last few months.
Calling hours will be held 2:00-4:00 pm, Sunday, March 24, 2013 at Jordan-Fernald, 113 Franklin St. Ellsworth where a funeral service will be held 3:00 pm, Monday, March 25th. Interment will be at a later date.
Contributions in John’s memory may be made to Hospice of Hancock County, 14 McKenzie Avenue, Ellsworth or SPCA of Hancock County, 141 Bar Harbor Road, Ellsworth 04605
Condolences may be expressed at www.jordanfernald.com