LYMAN- Roger Ralph Camire, age 70, passed away on November 30th, 2024 surrounded by
loved ones at his home following a long and courageous battle with cancer.
He was born in Biddeford, Maine on November 25th, 1954, the son of Henry and Frances
(Morissette) Camire. Roger attended Cousins Memorial School and graduated from
Massabesic High School in 1972. Roger grew up in close proximity to many of his cousins, and
enjoyed a childhood surrounded by their companionship. Following high school Roger married
Carol Moreau and they bore two children, Brian and Valerie. Roger worked as a builder and
carpenter for many years, following in the footsteps of his Grandfather Lucien Camire. Roger
built many beautiful homes over the years with great attention to detail, and was highly regarded
within the community.
Following the ending of his previous marriage, In 1994 Roger met the love of his life Mary
Plante when she began working with him, assisting with bookkeeping. Roger and Mary went on
to marry on September 21st of 1996. Together Roger and Mary took over the ownership and
operation of Kennebunk Glass, a local glass shop, where they worked side by side until 2016
when Roger’s health began to decline.
Roger enjoyed the outdoors, and could often be found on his tractor working around his yard
landscaping, meticulous in everything he did. Snowmobiling was also a passion of Rogers and
he enjoyed many trips with friends and family over the years. Selfless in nature, Roger was
always one to lend a helping hand, often found building something for someone in need,
volunteering at a church dinner, or plowing out a neighbor in the winter. Family was paramount
in Roger’s life, and the time spent raising his children and watching his grandchildren grow,
brought him great joy. From coaching his daughter’s softball team, to building his grandchildren
an elaborate playhouse, or packing down the best sledding hill, he continually created lasting
memories for his children and grandchildren alike.
As a proud Lyman resident of 70 years, Roger enjoyed serving on the Lyman Historical Society.
He was also an active member of the Knights of Columbus, previously serving as Grand Knight.
Roger was a member of the Lyman snowmobile club and enjoyed his time assisting with trail
work and building maintenance, when his health allowed.
Roger was predeceased by this father - Henry Camire who passed away in 2000, and his
daughter Valerie Baron who passed away in 2019.
Roger is survived by his beloved wife - Mary (Plante) Camire; his son Brian Camire and his wife
Laurie of Poland; Mother - Frances Camire of Lyman; Aunt and Uncle - Raymonde & Leo
LaCourse of Springvale; Sister - Priscilla Daigenault and husband Wilfred of Machias; Sister -
Therese T olliver of Lyman; Brother - Martin Camire of Pennsylvania; Sister - Claire Stull of
Hollis; Five Grandchildren - Esmee, Emma, Riley, Graceyn & Lucien; and Aunt- Sr. Margaret Camire; as well as many cousins,
nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews, and extended family whom he loved and cared for
very much.
A funeral service will be held on Tuesday December 10th at 1:00 PM at St. Philip Catholic
Church , 404 Goodwins Mills Rd., Lyman. A gathering will follow upstairs at the St. Philip’s
Church Hall.
A special thank you to everyone at New England Cancer Specialists of Kennebunk for your
unwavering care and compassion throughout Roger’s cancer journey.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to your choice of either of the following:
Knights of Columbus Council 7078 - 416 Hollis Rd. Hollis, ME 04042
Or
The Snell Foundation: assisting cancer patients with financial needs that arise during their
cancer journey, at www.snellfoundationmaine.org
Arrangements have been entrusted to Poitras Funeral Homes, www.mainefuneral.com