Robert “Hennie” E. Townsend, 80, of Edgecomb, died Jan. 8 at his residence.
He was born in Boothbay Harbor on Jan. 8, 1937, a son of Clarence E. and Lucille D. (Bradley) Townsend.
He graduated high school in the class of 1955 which was the last class out of Boothbay Harbor High School. In 1957 he married Rebecca Erskine. He was employed as a carpenter and in 1960 he began his contractor business, retiring at the age of 62.
He enjoyed NASCAR, listening to country music, and going to flea markets.
He is survived by wife Rebecca E. Townsend of Edgecomb; son, Jeffrey A. Townsend of Boothbay Harbor; daughter, Teresa A. Townsend and longtime companion Richard Leeman of Boothbay Harbor; sister, Estelle Appel of Boothbay; grandchildren, Peter Townsend, Rachael Townsend, and Colter Leeman; and three great-grandchildren.
There will be no services. Burial will be at Evergreen Cemetery in Boothbay at a later date.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Edgecomb Fire Department, P.O. Box 313, Edgecomb, 04556.
Condolences may be made online at www.Daiglefuneralhome.com.
Arrangements are by Daigle Funeral Home, 819 High St., Bath.