

| Industry Loss - Kermit Schott, Red Mill Lumber, Casco, Maine | 2010-07-20 |
Kermit Schott, 40, of Cumberland Center, Maine passed away unexpectedly at his home on Tuesday, July 6, 2010. In 1997, Kermit purchased The Red Mill Lumber Company in Casco, Maine, where he built a successful business and loyal friendships within the industry, many with NELMA member mills. The Association wishes to extend its most sincere condolences to the Schott family and friends. Click here to view the full obituary.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in honor of Kermit to the Nature Conservancy at http://my.nature.org/donate/tribute-giving.html. | |
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