Marion D. Lord Obituary (1933 - 2016)

Belgrade Lakes, Maine: Marion D. Lord, 82, died June 23, 2016 at MaineGeneral Medical Center in Augusta, Maine. She was born in Belgrade, Maine on September 30, 1933 the daughter of Lawrence and Christine (Cook) Damren. A life long resident of Belgrade, Maine, she served as a postal clerk for many years and became the postmaster before retiring in 1987. She enjoyed going to the race track, fishing, dancing and loved socializing with her friends. In the last few months of her life she was cared for by Carla Chaput who brought her such comfort and support, making the end of her life very peaceful. The family also wants to thank Howard and Sally Downing for their support and love throughout her later years. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her husband Donald Lord; a daughter, Saralee Dennis; a brother, Jerry Damren; and a sister Alta Bowley. Surviving are her children, Susan Colby, and Peter Lord; three granddaughters, Christine Colby, Jesica Colby, and Elizabeth Lord; grandson Zack Lord; two nieces Jane Damren and Kelly Bowley; and a nephew Mark Damaren. A graveside service will be held at 2:00 PM on Saturday July 9 at the Pine Grove Cemetery in Belgrade followed by a celebration of life at her home .