Richard "Papa" Melanson's obituary , Passed away on January 13, 2026 in Rumford, Maine

Richard "Papa" Melanson

January 14, 1930 - January 13, 2026 (95 years old)

Rumford, Maine

Richard "Papa" Melanson's obituary , Passed away on January 13, 2026 in Rumford, Maine

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Richard "Papa" Melanson

January 14, 1930 - January 13, 2026 (95 years old)

Rumford, Maine

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Richard Melanson Obituary

It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Richard Melanson of Rumford, Maine, who passed away at the age of 95, on January 13, 2026. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Albert Melanson and Denise Melanson (Richards); his son Gary; and his siblings, Leo, Omer, Alcide, George, Albert, Bella, Viola, Ida and Marietta.

He is survived by: his wife Julie Melanson (Gould) of Rumford; his children, Rick Melanson (Cathy) of Saco, Debra Drake (David), Jody Gallant (Tim) of Byron, Michelle Soubble (Mike) of Rumford, Tammy Belyea and Samantha Little of Dixfield; his daughter-in-law Joanne Melanson; his grandchildren, Meg Sweet, Kate Koteles, Dyan Hunt, Daniel Drake, Amanda Pastore, Seth Gallant, Jayme Gallant, Greg Melanson, Joseph Provencher, Peyton Provencher, Alicia Richard, Michael Provencher, Curtis Rolando, Isabella Lindus, Elijah Lindus and Keaghan Little; and his great grandchildren, Hudson, Marlow, Sophia, Henry, Anthony Jr., Daisy, Wally, Valentino, Bence, Olin, Jasper and Ruth.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Richard's memory to Andwell Hospice House, 236 Stetson Road Auburn Maine 04210.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Meader & Son Funeral Home & Cremation



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