NORWAY — Carl McAllister, 81, passed away on Friday, May 3, 2019 at his home.

He was born on Feb. 11, 1938 to Clement and Rebecca (Bubier) McAllister in South Waterford. Carl attended Waterford schools, as well as Norway High School. Carl faithfully served our country in the United States Army. He married Jean Truman on June 5, 1959. He had been employed as a caretaker at Camp Waziyatah for many years.

In his younger years, Carl had been employed at a number of local businesses including Encon Oil, Oxford Homes, Jones’ Mill, Truman Plumbing and Heating, Wilner Wood Products and AC Lawrence.

Carl was a member of Waterford Fish & Game, Norway Paris Fish & Game, as well as the Norway Fireman’s Relief Association. He proudly served on the Norway Fire Department for 16 years. Carl enjoyed anything outdoors, hunting, fishing, swimming and coaching baseball in Waterford. He was a member of the Swinging Bears Square Dancing Club and loved board games and card games. He was an avid Red Sox fan and loved spending time with his family. Most recently, Carl went skydiving with Steve and Becky.

Carl is survived by his sister, Mildred Pope; sons, Scott McAllister and Steve McAllister; daughter, Becky McAllister; eight grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren.

He was predeceased by his parents; his wife, Jean Truman McAllister; son, Jamie McAllister; three sisters and a brother.

A memorial service will be held on Friday, May 10 at 4 p.m. at Chandler Funeral Home, 45 Main Street, South Paris.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Western Maine Firefighters Association, P.O. Box 583, Norway, ME 04268, “In Memory of Carl McAllister, Norway FD.”

Online condolences may be shared with his family at www.chandlerfunerals.com