Dignity Memorial Pre-Planning

Matthew Richard, a Family Service Counselor with Dignity Memorial’s The Fortin Group Funeral Homes of Lewiston & Auburn and Crosman Funeral Home of Lisbon Falls, will be the featured guest speaker for the Lewiston-Auburn Rotary Club’s destination location luncheon from noon to 1 p.m. at 217 Turner Street, Auburn on Thursday, September 12.  Growing up in Lewiston, Matt started in funeral service when he was attending St. Dominic Regional High School and graduated from Mt. Ida College prior to completing his apprenticeship and obtaining his license in funeral service in 1996. Since 2001, Richard has been helping families pre-plan their arrangements ahead of need. “Knowing that loving people care enough to protect their loved ones from having to make  life’s most difficult decisions is why I love my job.” “It’s very satisfying when it’s done correctly and I see the grateful families.” Richard resides in Lewiston with his wife, Karen and their children Mackenzie and Dominic and two pets Spike their tripod Chihuahua  & “Kitten”  their cat.  His interests include camping with his family, hiking and cycling. Lunch is available for $14. Guests and visiting Rotarians please RSVP for this event by contacting Club President Celeste Yakawonis, 713.7111.  FMI on events and other club information visit www.lewistonauburnrotary.org and www.facebook.com/lewistonmainerotary/