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Kenneth
Mansir
May 27, 1947 — Jan 24, 2013
Randolph- Kenneth Wayne Mansir, 65, of 53 Closson St. died peacefully Thursday January 24, 2013 after a long battle with cancer.Kenneth (or to the many people who loved him, Kenny) was born on May 27th, 1947 to Laurence and Doris Mansir. After graduating from Gardiner Area High School in 1965 he enlisted in the United States Navy in 1966. Kenny achieved the rank of Petty Officer third class and served proudly in the Vietnam War where he received the Vietnam Service Medal, Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal, and the National Defense Service Medal.After his discharge from active duty in 1970 Kenny served in the Maine Army National Guard until his devoted military career of 15+ years came to an end in 1986, where he would reach the rank of Sergeant. He would continue his service to the United States Government by working as a letter carrier for the Gardiner Post Office, and as a window clerk at the Augusta Post Office until his medical retirement in 1992.Known as an avid 'do-it-yourselfer,' Kenny was always looking to take on a new project around his house. Whether it was building floats for the Kennebec Whatever Race, painting cars, woodworking, or home remodeling, he was a jack of all trades. He also was a member of the American Legion Post 4 for many years. Most of all, Kenny enjoyed spending time joking and laughing with his friends and family.He is survived by his wife of 35 years Sally Mansir of Randolph; his son Timothy Mansir and his Wife Michelle of Oxford; Three Brothers, Mark Mansir and his wife Pam of South Gardiner; Darryl Mansir and his wife Patti of Gardiner; and his twin brother Keith Mansir and his wife Doreen of Farmingdale; Two sisters, Karla Schools of Lewiston; as well as Laurel Sirois and her Husband Mitch of Farmingdale; Two Sister-In-Laws, Sherry Choate of Gardiner; and Sandy James and her Husband Rob of Pittston; His best friend of many years, Dana Andrews of Randolph; As well as many Nieces and Nephews.He is predeceased by his Mother Doris and Father Laurence. A committal service with military honors will be held at 10 am Tuesday January 29 at the Maine Veterans Memorial Cemetery Mt Vernon Road in Augusta.Arrangements are under the care of Staples Funeral Home 53 Brunswick Ave Gardiner
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