Walter C. Shorey, 87, of Sheepscot, passed away in his home of 60 years on April 9. He lived in Nobleboro throughout his childhood, the son of Sumner and Carrie Shorey.
Walter was born on July 4, 1927 and went to local schools and graduated from Lincoln Academy in 1944. After high school he went to Bath Iron Works and learned to weld. He then served in the U.S. Navy for eight years and was a Seabee. When he returned from the Navy, he started Shorey Welding Company in the 50s and sold his business in the 60s. He created a very successful carpentry business for himself, building and remodeling over 300 homes and businesses.
Walter donated his time and was very active in many local organizations. He was a member of the American Legion and the VFW, Sheepscot Volunteer Fire Company for over 50 years, 17 years for the Miles Memorial Hospital Rummage Sale, and 65 years as a Grange member and managing the building maintenance. He donated his time and materials to the Hill Church in Sheepscot, serving as the custodian for over 40 years. Walter also helped with numerous church functions and dinners. He received Volunteer of the Year award in 2006 from Damariscotta-Newcastle Lions and Rotary Clubs. Walter was a very kindhearted person, who would help anyone in need. He enjoyed spending time with his family, and was especially fond of his great-grandchildren.
He will be remembered for his kindness, generosity and love for his family and community.
Walter was predeceased by his wife of 61 years, Virginia Carol Shorey.
He is survived by his children and spouses, Peter and Debbie Shorey of Nobleboro, John and Grace Shorey of Alna, Shelley Shorey and Peter Andrew Payson of Rockland, Susan (Shorey) and Tim Ferrarotti of New Hartford, Conn.; grandchildren, Peter Shorey Jr. and Becky Norling, Joshua Shorey, Brandon Shorey, Brianna Shorey, Brian Ferrarotti, Adam Ferrarotti and Chris Ferrarotti; and great-grandchildren, Gabriela Karis-Shorey and Lyle Shorey.
A celebration of Walter’s life will be held at 2 p.m., Fri., May 8 at the Sheepscot Valley Church, followed by a reception at the Sheepscot Clubhouse. Please come and share your memories of Walter with his friends and family.
In lieu of flowers, please send donations in memory of Walter to the Sheepscot Community Church Steeple Fund at Sheepscot Community Church Steeple Fund, c/o J. Curtis Roberts – Treasurer, Wiscasset, ME 04578.
Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.KincerFuneralHome.com.
Arrangements are under the care and guidance of Kincer Funeral Home, Richmond.
