Herschel York Obituary
We announce the death of Herschel York of Peru, Maine, who passed away on July 21, 2026, at the age of 83. Herschel will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Herschel York to pay them a last tribute.
Herschel will be remembered for the impact he had on the lives of those around him. Friends, family, and colleagues will cherish their memories and the time shared. Those who knew Herschel will remember moments of kindness, warmth, and presence. Though words cannot fully capture his life, the legacy of connections and experiences remains. Herschel’s absence will be deeply felt by those who valued his companionship.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Hollis York and Ruth York (Allanach); and his sister Rita Esty. He is survived by: his daughters, Melissa York Heath (David) of Peru and Deborah Wright (Gary) of Dixfield; his stepson Chris Moore of Peru; his sister Betty York of Canton; his granddaughters, Hannah Zale (Luke) of Dixfield, Susie Strout of Dixfield and Samantha Knox (Tyler) of Rumford; his great grandchildren, Isabelle Zale and Dominic Zale; and his stepgrandson Wyatt Moore of Lewiston.
