NORTH SACO- Esther L. Haskell, age 78, formerly of the Ash Swamp Road, passed away on September 15, 2016 at Evergreen Manor in Saco.
She was born in Portland on Aug. 15, 1938, daughter of the late James and Elaine (Abbott) Jordan.
She and her husband Donald A. Haskell Jr. raised their family in North Saco.
After being a homemaker for 20 years, Esther put herself through college and earned a Bachelor's Degree in Communications and Social Work at USM, all while at the same time volunteering many hours of service for the Foster Grandparent Volunteer Program. Because of her dedication with that organization, she was recognized by two governors for outstanding service.
Esther was proud to work for many years as a hospice social worker.
She will always be remembered for being an artist who enjoyed sketching and painting, an excellent baker, and her love of family.
She is survived by her children- Mark Haskell of Hollis, Dwayne Haskell of TN, and Robin Hussey of Waterboro; four grandchildren; and numerous great grandchildren.
Services will be private amongst Esther's family. Burial will be at Abbott Cemetery in North Saco.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Chad E. Poitras Cremation and Funeral Service, Buxton. Online condolence messages can be submitted at www.mainefuneral.com