John Leon York Obituary (1961 - 2021)

Norridgewock – John L. York passed away with his wife and family by his side on Oct. 25, 2021 after a long and courageous battle with cancer. John was born in Jackman Feb 16, 1961, the son of Colby York and Helena Jandreau. He was predeceased by parents and grandparents Leon & Phyillis Jandreau and Walter & Leona York. John is survived by his wife and soul mate of 35 years Debra York; his children Amy Bertone & husband Jason, Aaron Dionne, Todd Ward & wife Jessica, cousin Leanne Jandreau & niece Emma Perkins, aunt Elayne Fitzpatrick & husband Joseph, grandchildren Dawson, Kaylee & fiancé Joey Godin, Mackenzie, Deyonce, Alivia, Jonathan, Quinten and Aura. Throughout his life, John liked to build things; Houses, bridges, hospitals, etc. He had a brilliant mind, a giant heart and always an opinion on the “right” way to do things. After graduating Upper Kennebec Valley H.S. in 1979, he held numerous trade jobs. He was self-employed as a carpenter for several years and then completed the electrical union apprenticeship program, was a member of IBEW Local 1253 and employed by Atwood Electric and E.S. Boulos as an electrician. Visiting Hours will be held on Sunday, October 31 from 2-4 PM at Smart and Edwards Funeral Home, 183 Madison Avenue in Skowhegan. A Funeral Service will be held on Monday, November 1 at 11 AM at Skowhegan Federated Church. Please visit www.smartandedwardsfh.com to share your condolences with John's family. In lieu of flowers, the family is asking for donations to an apprenticeship scholarship in John’s name. Please direct donations to Clara of IBEW Local 1253 at (207) 453-1301.