Eugene Spellman

Spellman, Eugene, 76, November 18, 2007.  Arrangements by Bowers Funeral Home, Houlton.     HOULTON – Eugene Spellman, 76, passed away November 18, 2007, at Houlton Regional Hospital after a long battle with cancer.  He was born February 10, 1931, in Littleton, the son of Clarence and Annie (Green) Spellman.
    He was most recently employed by Hannaford Brothers of Houlton.  Every day of his illness he anticipated the day he could return to work.  He loved the companionship of his co-workers and talking with the drivers that delivered to Hannaford.  He has also worked at Smith and Wesson and Putnam Brothers for many years. Gene was an avid musician who loved country music.  He and Ruth often gathered with friends to play music and socialize.
    Gene is survived by his wife of 57 years, Ruth (Hanson); three daughters, Darlene London and her husband, John, Judy Shields, all of Houlton,  Angela Hagan and her husband Fred of South Portland; he enjoyed his four grand-children, Melissa Shields, Dustin Shields, Danielle Shields, and Jeffrey Hagan; one great-grandson, Hayden Boody; four sisters, Priscilla Clark, Phyllis Oliver, Patricia Spellman and Dorthy Farrar.  He was predeceased by three brothers, Philip Spellman, Clayton Spellman, and Fred Spellman.
    Friends may call 1-2 p.m. on Wednesday, November 21, 2007, at Bowers Funeral Home, 10 Water Street, Houlton, where funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. with the Rev. Kevin Hatch and David Tuttle officiating.  In lieu of flowers, those who wish may donate to Hospice of Aroostook, c/o Bowers Funeral Home, P.O. Box 579, Houlton, ME 04730.