SACO  — Joseph L. Lamontagne, 86, of Saco, passed away peacefully at his home while surrounded by his loving family on Saturday, Aug. 18, 2018.

He was born in Biddeford on April 8, 1932, son to the late Arthur and Amenda (Viger) Lamontagne.

Joseph was educated through the Biddeford school system and was a graduate of St. Louis High School. He was a loving husband, a devoted father, a hard working man and a hero to many; having spent 25 years working for Maremont Corporation and 15 years with Nichols in Portland, retiring in 1998.

He proudly served his country in the United States Navy, had a passion for fishing and was a dedicated member of the VFW. He will be sadly missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing him.

Joseph is survived by the love of his life and wife of 61 years, Geneva (Vaillancourt) Lamontagne; his son, Michael Lamontagne and wife, Laurie of Dayton; his daughters, Shirley Crocker and husband, Dennis of Sanford and Janet Quilty and husband, Christopher of Limington; his seven grandchildren, Michael Milbury, Heather Crocker, Jeff Lamontagne, Stacey Newton, Ryan Lamontagne, Meghan Quilty, Paige Quilty; his four great-grandchildren; his sisters, Rose Summy of Old Orchard Beach, Madeleine Hilt of Cornish and Theresa Bergeron of Biddeford; and his brother, Robert Lamontagne of Biddeford.

Visiting hours are scheduled for Wednesday, Aug. 22 from 10 a.m. to noon at Cote Funeral Home Chapel, 87 James St., Saco with a service to follow promptly at 12pm. Burial will be held at St. Joseph’s Cemetery following the service.

To view Joseph’s memorial page or leave online condolences for the family, please visit www.cotefuneralhome.com