LONGSTAFF, JOHN FREDERICK "Fred", 94, Houlton, Maine, formerly of Bristol, Connecticut and Knoxford, NB, passed away Friday, March 18, 2011 in Houlton Regional Hospital, Houlton, Maine. Born at Knoxford, N.B., in 1916 he was the eldest son of the late Trueman and Florence (Bishop) Longstaff. John (Fred) spent his early years raising potatoes on his farm in Knoxford and then in 1969 moved to Bristol, Connecticut where he worked in construction, lumber sales and automotives until the passing of his wife. He then returned to Houlton where he enjoyed his later years. He is survived by son, Verdell (Wendy) , Truro, N.S.; grandchildren, La Dericka (Arthur) Sewell, Lindsey Longstaff, both of Houlton, Maine; great grandchildren Aaron and Kelsey Sewell; step-grandsons, Chaz and Liam; sister, Jeanne Bartley (Claude), Portland, Maine; several nieces, nephews and cousins; long-time friend, Doris Scott, Centreville, NB. John was predeceased by his wife of 61 years, Helen Rustene (Shaw) Longstaff in 1997; sister and brother-in-law, Gladys (Ernest) Emery; brother and sister-in-law, Earle (Marjorie) Longstaff; nephews, Everett Longstaff, Larry and Brian Emery.

Visitation will be held on Wednesday, March 23 ^rd from 1 - 2 p.m. followed by a funeral service at 2 p.m., both in Carleton Funeral Home, 337 Lockhart Mill Rd., Jacksonville, NB with Rev. Andrew Derier officiating. A private family committal following cremation will occur at the convenience of the family in the Upper Knoxford Cemetery. Donations may be made to the Upper Knoxford Cemetery Fund or to a charity of donor's choice.