Cecil "Sonny" L. Kendall
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Scarborough – Cecil L. “Sonny” Kendall a Scarborough resident passed away March 31, 2023, after a series of medical illnesses at Gosnell Memorial Hospice House.
He was born in Newburyport, Massachusetts on May 10, 1934. Cecil was the son of the late Cecil and Josephine (Clouch) Kendall. He grew up and attended South Portland schools; completed an apprenticeship for mason and cement finisher. He became a lifelong member of the International Union of Bricklayers and Allied Craftworkers.
During his lifetime he worked for area contractors. His work can be seen throughout the Greater Portland area from commercial buildings to sidewalks.
Cecil was a proud Army veteran. Early years he did trapping and sold the furs. He enjoyed boating, fresh, and saltwater fishing with his family. He also took great pride in his home, yard, and vegetable garden. After retirement he took up wood carving and carved many impressive custom carvings. He spent many hours entertaining himself doing word search.
Cecil married Annette Plourde of St. John, Maine on February 23, 1963, 60 years.
He was predeceased by sisters Ann Blake of Westbrook, Lorraine Jones, and Geraldine Reny both of Scarborough.
He is survived by his wife Annette Plourde Kendall; one daughter Patricia Drake and husband Scott Stackpole of Scarborough; two grandchildren Matthew Drake of Scarborough, Ashley and husband Mike Schongar of Florida, and several nieces and nephews.
The family wants to thank Hospice of Southern Maine for all their help and support through this most difficult time.
In Lieu of a traditional service he requested a simple Private burial at Maine Veterans’ Memorial Cemetery, 163 Mt. Vernon Rd. in Augusta, Maine.
Arrangements are under the direction of A.T. Hutchins Funeral Home 660 Brighton Avenue, Portland.
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Cecil "Sonny" Kendall
May 10, 1934-March 31, 2023
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