HERMON and HAMPDEN – Florence Louise (Murphy) Getchell, 85, passed away peacefully Sept. 20, 2009, at a Bangor health care facility. Florence was born Dec. 2, 1923, in Hermon, to the late William and Lillian (Greno) Murphy. Florence grew up and attended Hermon schools. She was a personal care attendant for many years in private homes. Florence was a member of Newburgh Full Gospel Church for many years, where she enjoyed attending church. One of her favorite pastimes was knitting and crocheting many things for family and friends. Florence is survived by her children, Jim Getchell of Hampden, Mel E. Getchell of Newburgh, and Dana A Getchell and wife, Evelyn, of California; grandchildren, Clyde, Rodney, Sherry, Jeff, Tammie, Tim, Todd, Randy, Michelle, Florence, Chris, and Aaron; 13 great-grandchildren, two great-great-grandchildren; a sister, Effie; and many members of the Davis and Luce families. Florence was predeceased by her husband, Earl E. Getchell, in 1990; and a daughter, Frances Louise Woodbury, in 1987. Family and friends are invited to a graveside service 10 a.m. Friday, Sept. 25, at Snow’s Corner Cemetery, Fuller Road, Hermon, with Pastor Brent Trueworthy officiating. Memorial contributions in Florence’s honor may be made to Newburgh Full Gospel Church, P.O. Box 380, Hampden, ME 04444. Cremation arrangements entrusted to Hampden-Gilpatrick Funeral Home, 45 Western Ave., Hampden. Messages of condolence and memories may be shared through www.hampdengilpatrick.com.
FLORENCE L. GETCHELL
