George E. Tardie, Jr.

Scarborough

George E. "Butch" Tardie, Jr., 80, of Scarborough, ME, passed away on Wednesday, December 29, 2021, at the Maine Veterans Home in Scarborough. His parents, George E. Tardie, Sr., and Imelda (Bouchard) Tardie, moved from Northern Maine to Connecticut where Butch was born, reared, and educated.  He enlisted and served in the U.S. Air Force (1959 – 1963).  During his service time he joined a boxing gymnasium and had the opportunity of being one of the "sparring" partners of World Heavyweight Champion "Sonny" Liston.  Upon discharge, he entered the retail sales arena and thereafter held several management positions and ultimately established his own business on Cape Cod, MA.  Butch loved Northern Maine and upon retirement returned there to hunt, fish, and relax where his heritage and relatives remain.

George was predeceased by his parents and eldest daughter Desi.  He is survived by his wonderful wife, children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, brothers and sisters, nieces and nephews, and numerous good friends and neighbors who are located throughout the United States.  George will remain in our memories.

Services will be in the Spring of 2022.  Burial will take place in Southern Maine Memorial Veterans Cemetery, with Military honors, in Springvale, ME.  To view George's Memorial Page or leave an online condolence, please visit www.cotefuneralhome.com .

Donations in George's name may be made to the Maine Veterans Home, Scarborough, ME, or to a charity of your choice.