Garry "Care Bear" Lee Turgeon Obituary (1942 - 2025)

North Anson – Garry Lee Turgeon “Care Bear,” 83, passed away Monday, November 10, 2025, with his cherished wife by his side. Garry was born in Madison on June 14th, 1942, son to Arnold Russell and Florella Mae (Pomelow) Turgeon. He graduated from Madison High School in 1961 and later attended Orono College. Garry joined the U.S. Air Force July 1, 1961, proudly serving as an Air Policeman until he was honorably discharged in August of 1963. He was a dedicated member of the American Legion Post #39 in Madison for over 50 years, where he served as Past Commander. He was a member of the Disabled American Veterans (D.A.V.), the Knights of Columbus, and a parishioner of St. Sebastian Catholic Church. Garry enjoyed teaching fly fishing at Madison High School, playing card games, and watching television. His kindness and dedication to his community will be remembered by all who knew him. In 1993, Garry married Judith L. (Withee) Turgeon in Madison. He is also survived by his son Aaron Eagen, daughter Wendy Goguen (and husband Alan), grandchildren Garrick (and wife Becky) Brown, Zane Brown, Michelle (and husband Ryan) Humprey, Erika Eagen, Sarah Eagen, Silas Eagen, and Ryann Eagen; great-grandchildren Makenna, Brayden, Vivian, Emmett, Penelope, Kartor, Evelyn, and Rosalina; and beloved nieces and nephews Bobby Turgeon, Jeff, Randy, and Patti. He was predeceased by his sisters Patricia Turgeon and Shirley Washburn, brother Richard Turgeon, and nephew Russell Washburn. Memorial mass to take place December 6th at 11 AM at St. Sebastian Church located at 161 Main St, Madison, ME 04950. Graveside service to take place following mass on December 6th at Father Rasle cemetery in Madison. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Salvation Army. Arrangements are under the care of Somerset Valley Remembrance Center, 19 Washburn Lane, Skowhegan, Maine, where memories, photos and condolences may be shared at www.svremembrancecenter.com.