Leslie Trafton

Leslie was born May 21, 1949 in Hartland to Kleba Trafton and Pauline (Bussell) Trafton. He attended schools in Skowhegan and Madison, received his GED in 1974. He worked for Norwalk Shoe, earned a welding degree in 1975 and worked at Castine Welding Company. He then was employed by Maine DOT Bridge Department and retired after 34 years.

Leslie married his highschool sweetheart, Sharon Lowe on March 23,1968. They were married 53 1/2 years. They had two sons, Dale and Scott.

Leslie enjoyed fishing, hunting, camping, four wheeling, and spending time at his family hunting camp. Leslie's greatest pastime was puttering around home and camp. His family and friends were most important and would always put a smile on his face.

He is survived by his wife Sharon,son Dale Trafton and wfie Lynda, and their four children Hope,Charlie,Nicholas and Autumn, son Scott Trafton, brother Lloyd Trafton and wife Ellen, brother Leon Trafton, sister Bonnie Young and her husband Skip,sister Becky Voudris and her husband Steve, many nieces, nephews,aunts,uncles,cousins, extended family members and old and new friends.

Leslie was predeceased by his parents, and son Scott's partner Patti York.

A celebration of Life will be held Saturday , OCtober 8, 2022 at 2pm at Sandy Beach Campground, 126 Sandy Beach Road, Madison, Me 04950. There will be a potluck dinner followed by a service at 4pm.

In Lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the charity of your choice.

Arrangements are under the care and direction of Smart and Edwards Funeral HOme 183 Madison Ave, SKowhegan.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.SmartandEdwardsFH.com for the Trafton family.