Walter Crites Jr.

1927 - 2018

SOUTH PARIS - Walter W. Crites Jr., 90, passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 8, 2018 at Market Square Nursing Home in South Paris. He was born in Lewiston on August 10, 1927, the son of the late Walter W. Sr. and Alyce (Dick) Crites.

Walter traveled all 50 states, but chose to call Maine his home with his family. He proudly served in the United States Navy, was an Eagle Scout, a proud graduate of Tufts University. Walter was an avid skier and skied well into his 70's. Walter loved spending time at his camp on Kennebago Lake in Rangeley, where he would fly fish and spend time with his wife and family. He enjoyed his weekly coffee group, where they would work on solving all of the world's problems. He was very active in the Auburn community organizations and many dental boards, including a long time examiner on the Northeast Board of Dental Examiners. Many people will remember Walter for having his dental practice on Court St. in Auburn for many years.

Walter is survived by his two sons, Walter W. Crites III and William A. Crites; his daughter, Sandra (Crites) Raymond; his sister, Patricia Shaw; his granddaughter, Amy St. Hilaire and several great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by his loving wife of over 60 years, Jeanne (Wilde) Crites; his parents; his daughter, Carolyn Crites and many of his friends.

Friends and family are invited to share their memories and offer their condolences by visiting Walter's online guestbook at www.thefortingroupauburn.com

FUNERAL NOTICE:

CRITES - Walter W. Jr., 90, passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 8, 2018 in South Paris. A private committal will be held at a later date in the spring at Gracelawn Memorial Park in Auburn. A service of The Fortin Group/Plummer & Merrill Funeral Home, Cremation and Monument Services, 217 Turner St. Auburn, Maine 04210. 783-8545.