Obituary of Ernest G Tweedie

Ernest G. Tweedie, 86, of Thorndike, passed away at his residence Monday March 11, 2013. He was born November 4, 1926 a son of the late Coburn and Flora (Clark) Tweedie. Ernest served in the Navy during World War II. He worked for Rice and Miller Trucking company and also retired from 20 years as a Postal Carrier for the US Post Office in Thorndike. Ernest served 45 years as a volunteer firefighter for the Thorndike Volunteer Fire Department. He also was a life-time member of the Sportsman Alliance of Maine, a member of the Harvest Moon Grange, Deputy of Maine St. Grange, and also was a trainer for the Hunting and Safety course. Ernest was awarded the Ethel Kelly award from MMA in 2003. He also served as town Selectman in Thorndike and was a caregiver for many. Ernest enjoyed hunting and fishing trips with his family and friends. Throughout his retirement he enjoyed cutting wood and growing his potatoes. Ernest was most proud of his two grandsons that shot their first deer while hunting with him. He leaves behind his wife of 66 years, Ruby (McLellan) Tweedie of Thorndike, his three children: Linda Tweedie Dixon of Thorndike, Donna Shute and husband Raymond of Brooks, and Terrie Griffiths and husband Wayne of Lamoine; 10 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren and his sister Mary Kelley of CT. Ernest was predeceased by 3 infant children, a great grandson Austin J. Grant, and a brother in law John Kelley. Interment will be held privately for the family in the spring. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the American Lung Association 1740 Broadway New York City, NY 10019 and Alzheimer’s Association of Maine Chapter 383 US Rte 1 Suite 2C Scarborough, ME 04074 or a charity of one’s choice. Arrangements are under the care of Riposta Funeral Home 182 Waldo Ave. Belfast, ME Please visit www.ripostafh.com to offer condolences to the Tweedie family. Spring internment held privately for the family.