WESTBROOK- Richard “Rick” Poitras, 77, passed away on September 4th, 2026 at his home.
He was born in Biddeford, Maine on September 5th, 1949, the son of Leo and Priscilla Dononcour Poitras.
Rick attended Saco Schools and graduated from Thornton Academy class of 1967. Richard proudly served in the United States Navy. Upon returning home from the service. Rick worked for Jim’s TB and Pete’s Hardware in Saco. After they closed, he moved to Westbrook and worked at Plummer’s Ace Hardware. Where he had many friends and stories for customers.
Rick enjoyed fishing and hunting, coin collecting and fly tying. Many fish were caught on the flies that Rick tied.
Rick is survived by his Brothers; Donald of Saco. David and his wife Barbara of Saco. A niece, Amanda of Biddeford and a Nephew Jeremy of Saco.
There will be no calling hours for Rick. An interment will be held on a future date at Southern Maine Veterans Memorial Cemetery, in Springvale, Maine.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Chad E. Poitras Cremation and Funeral Service, Buxton, www.mainefuneral.com
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