IN MEMORIAM: Arthur R. Maine, 72;
Certified Brunswick Bowling Mechanic
ROXBURY – Oneonta native Arthur Ronald Maine, 72, of Roxbury, a certified mechanic for Brunswick Bowling machines, passed away on Monday, Feb. 15, 2016. For a time, he also lived in Gilbertsville.
Arthur was born on Dec. 29, 1943, in Oneonta, a son of the late George, Sr. and Alice (Cope) Maine. Arthur married Molly Travis from Walton in November 1967.
He received his certification from American Machine & Foundry as a mechanic for Brunswick Bowling machines. He worked at Pla Mor Bowling Lanes in Statesville, N.C., until his retirement. Arthur enjoyed meeting new people and loved talking. He enjoyed reading and taking walks. He will always be remembered for his smile and his sense of humor.
Arthur is survived by his son, Mark Maine and his wife, Brenda; his grandchildren, Steven-Mark Maine, Alyssa Maine, and Charla Peaslee and her husband, Nathaniel.
He is also survived by his brothers, John, Duane, William, Frederick, Paul, and David Maine; his sisters, Ida Belle Maine, Ruth Wilson, Linda Kent, and Anna Kinsey; and many nieces, nephews and cousins.
Arthur was predeceased by his brothers, Emmett Maine and George Maine, Jr.; and by his sister, Eleanor Harbaugh.
A Celebration of Arthur’s Life will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 27, at the Bookhout Funeral Home, Oneonta.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association, P.O. Box 417005, Boston, MA 02241-7005.
To light a candle or to send an online condolence to the family, please visit our website by going to: www.bookhoutfuneralhome.com
Arrangements are under the care of the Bookhout Funeral Home of Oneonta.
