TOPSHAM — Stanley W. Partington, 87, of Topsham, Maine, formerly of Lincoln, Rhode Island, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 26, 2013 at the Mid Coast Senior Health Center in Brunswick, Maine, where he received excellent care. He was the beloved husband of Jeanne (Haskell) Partington. They were married for 61 years.

Born in Pawtucket, Rhode Island, he was the son of the late Elizabeth (Wudyka) Partington and the late George W. Partington.

He was a Customer Service Representative for Shove Insurance, Inc., retiring in 1998. He was a World War II veteran of the Army Air Corps.

Besides his wife he is survived by his children, Jill L. Downs and her husband Christopher of Brunswick, Maine; Gale E. Gates and her husband, Allan, of Attleboro, Massachusetts; and David W. Partington and his wife, MaryAnn, of Smithfield, Rhode Island. He also leaves 8 grandchildren and 3 greatgrandchildren. He is survived by a sister, Ann Wehr and her husband, Roy, of Plant City, Florida.

Arrangements are being made by Desmond’s Funeral Home in Brunswick, Maine and Swan Point Cemetery in Providence, Rhode Island. A private service will be held at a later date.

Stanley’s wife and children extend their gratitude to the staff at Mid Coast Senior Health Center and to the Hospice team whose presence and dedication was a great comfort in the final days. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Stanley’s memory to Hospice Care, CHANS Home Health Care, 60 Baribeau Drive, Brunswick ME 04011 would be appreciated.