Andrew Miles

Andrew Miles was born in Burnham on Oct. 29, 1923, the second son of Arthur and Hazel Miles. Andrew attended Burnham Elementary School and spent many fulfilling hours with childhood friends and extended family. Also known as "Gump," he was a 1940 graduate of Clinton High School and served in the Navy from December 1942 to January 1946 as an aviation ordinanceman 2nd class. Andy worked for Maine Central Railroad in Waterville as a machinist for 43 years, retiring in 1984. While working for the railroad, he developed many lifelong friendships that he cherished beyond retirement.

Andrew married Eunice Marilyn Goodale, his wife for nearly 58 years, on July 3, 1952. Together they raised five daughters, celebrating small-town life with family and friends. Andrew was involved in many civic organizations including the Clinton Water District, Sebasticook Masonic Lodge 146, Fireside Chapter of the Order Eastern Star 103 and the Clinton Lions Club.

Andrew's life was centered around his family and friends, his work, his animals and his love of the outdoors. He was an accomplished woodworker, building his own home and sharing his time and talents with many others. His interests included hunting, fishing, boating and canoeing, horse racing, gardening, cooking, swimming and camping. He played baseball with his brothers in the Tri-County League for the Pittsfield AC's. Andrew enjoyed traveling the back roads of Maine, exploring all that nature had to offer. He spent many hours fishing Maine's lakes and rivers and found special enjoyment relaxing at his hunting camp in the Leonard Woods of Unity. Andrew's faith in Christ was simple yet profound, providing a legacy of compassion, integrity, generosity, forgiveness and love. 

At the age of 86, Andy died peacefully at home with family by his side on May 29, 2010.