Compiled by Rev. Susan Murphy
Joseph J. Levesque, 81, of Sanford, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2025, at The Lodges in Springvale.
Joseph was born on July 22, 1943, in Frenchville to Henry and Jane (Fournier) Levesque. He grew up in Frenchville, where he attended local schools and developed a lifelong appreciation for hard work and simplicity. As a young man, Joseph owned and operated a small farm where he raised pigs, calves, ducks, and other animals. He also worked in the potato fields during harvest season, embodying the steadfast work ethic that would define his life.
Joseph relocated to Sanford to be closer to family and began working at Genest Concrete. He remained there for many years, earning the respect of his coworkers through his reliability and quiet dedication, until his retirement. A proud member of the Knights of Columbus in Sanford, Joseph valued community and faith, though he lived them humbly through his actions more than words.
Joseph was known for his frugality and his quiet, gentle nature. He found joy in the simple things. He was happiest at home, surrounded by the familiar comforts of the life he built. He will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved him. Quiet and steady, hardworking and kind, Joseph lived a humble life rooted in family, faith, and simplicity. His memory will live on in the hearts of those who loved him.
Joseph was predeceased by several siblings and their spouses: Romeo and Laurette Levesque, Allyre Levesque, Lawrence Levesque, Oneil and Lois Levesque, Gilbert and Juliette Levesque, Aline Mayo, and Joan Levesque.
He is survived by his siblings, Emile (Alice) Levesque; Patricia (Geral) Labbe; and Claude Levesque; his sister-in-law, Madeline Levesque; sister-in-law Iva Levesque and many beloved nieces and nephews.
Visitation was held on Oct. 24 at the Black, Heald & Walker Funeral Home and a Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated on Saturday, Oct. 25, at St. Thérèse of Lisieux Parish followed by interment at St. Ignatius Cemetery in Sanford.
Joanne (Maskevich) Lombardi, 85, passed away peacefully on Oct. 19, 2025, in the comfort of her beautiful home on the river, surrounded by her loving family and her cherished cat, Buddy.
Joanne married her high school sweetheart, Michael, on Oct. 17, 1959. Together, they began a life of adventure as an Air Force family, raising their children Christopher and Leslie, while living across the country and spending five years in Germany. During their time abroad, they traveled extensively throughout Europe, believing strongly in exposing their family to new experiences and cultures.
A talented floral designer, Joanne also had a passion for cooking, refinishing furniture and collecting artwork. She was deeply committed to volunteerism and always willing to lend a hand to those in need. In her later years, she became an avid reader, delighting in both love stories and nonfiction, always eager to learn more about the world around her.
Michael P. Lombardi, her loving husband, predeceased her on Aug. 3, 1999, at the age of 64. She was lovingly reunited with her “angel grandson,” Graham Morissette, who passed away on Dec. 24, 1997.
She is survived by her son Christopher Lombardi (Jacqueline); daughter Leslie Morissette (Gary); grandchildren Tiana Paquette (Shane) and Deneka Morissette (Jonathan), and siblings James E. Burton III (Angela), Vicky Bueno (Dan), and Linda Hedblom (Sam); great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. A celebration of life will be held in spring 2026, with details to follow.
https://conroytullywalker.com/obits/joanne-maskevich-lombardi/?utm_content=button
Suzanne A. Torno, 72, passed away peacefully in her home on Tuesday, Oct. 21, 2025. She was born on Aug. 27, 1953, the daughter of Florian and Irene St. Cyr, in Sanford where she grew up and attended local schools including St. Ignatius School.
Suzanne spent most of her career with General Electric, where she dedicated many years before retiring.
She loved to be at home, gardening, baking, watching TV and reading books. She joked that the Springvale Library needed more books because she had read all of them. She was known for baking everyone’s birthday cakes, and her famous frosting recipe will be fondly remembered by family and friends.
She enjoyed her animals, whether it was birds, cats, or her Shetland sheep dog, Moxie. She was a fun, loving and caring woman who cherished her family and friends, always putting others before herself.
Suzanne is predeceased by her parents, her husband Charles and son Soren. Survivors include a daughter, Victoria, grandson Robert, granddaughter Celia and her niece Lyndsay.
A celebration of life will be held at a date and time to be announced.
The post Passages appeared first on Sanford Springvale News.
