DEXTER & WATERVILLE - Richard Tarr, 75, died November 3, 2022 at Androscoggin Hospice in Auburn.

He was born January 7, 1947 in Dexter, a son of Howard and Gladys (Hall) Tarr. He attended Corinna schools and was employed at Dexter Shoe Company for 37 years. After the factory, closed he worked 10 years at Hannaford's in Waterville. He loved Halloween and Christmas and will be remembered for his home decorations. He also collected coffee mugs from every state.

Richard is survived by a brother, Donald Tarr of Florida; 2 sisters, Phyllis Cleaves of Dexter and Sharon Smith of Winslow; several nieces and nephews; several grand nieces and nephews; and his cat Ruby.

A graveside committal service will be held at 1 P. M. Saturday, November 19, 2022 at Mt. Pleasant Cemetery, Dexter, with the Rev. Lyman Curtis officiating. Arrangements are by Crosby & Neal.