CASCO — John F. Dyer, 86, passed away Sunday, June 30, 2019, after a long illness. 

John was born on Sept. 14, 1932 to John Dyer and Esther (Cushing) Dyer in Portland. He grew up on Cliff Island and was employed as a commercial fisherman for many years. He served honorably in the Navy during the Korean War and told many entertaining stories about his life on the sea. John was an avid reader, he enjoyed hunting and fishing, working in his wood shop, tending his vegetable garden and keeping his eye on nature. 

John was predeceased by his parents; his sister Gloria; his brothers Alfred and Bruce; and a daughter, Melanie. 

He is survived by his wife of many years, Judith; his sisters, Sally and Dolores; his daughter, Nanette; his son, Matthew; his stepdaughters, Robin and Cathy; his stepson, Griffin; and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. 

A funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. on Friday, July 5, 2019 at Hall Funeral Home, 165 Quaker Ridge Road, Casco. Online condolences may be left for the family at hallfuneralhome.net