EVA R. LEDUC
DEXTER & BANGOR—Eva Ruth LeDuc, 78, passed away peacefully January 11, 2011 surrounded by her family at Dexter Health Care. She was born August 19, 1932 in Gausedale, KY, a daughter of Charlie and Myrtle (Hill) Bingham.

Eva was employed for many years at various shoe shops as a stitcher. She was an accomplished artist, played the guitar, and loved to sing. She was also well known as a creative doll maker. She handsewed beautiful 1800s era style clothes. She won many first place ribbons in the Bangor Doll Show and one of her dolls was featured in “Doll Crafter” magazine.

She is survived by 4 children, Tom Crawford and his wife Linda of Garland, Linda Larrabee and husband Cliff of Dexter, Kathie Woodcock and husband Neil of CA, and Debbie Dorion of Bangor; numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren, and several great great grandchildren; 3 sisters; and 3 brothers.

She was predeceased by 2 sisters, Violet and Darlene; a brother Milton; a grandson Tracy; and 2 nieces, Ann and Priscilla.

Private spring graveside services will be held at the West Garland Cemetery, Garland. Cremation arrangements are by Crosby & Neal Chapel, Corinna. Those who wish may leave written tributes at www.CrosbyNeal.com.