Eagle Lake---Arnold E. Thibodeau, 75, died unexpectedly in Bangor on December 14, 2023.  He was born in St. Francis on January 30, 1948, son of the late Elmer E. and Leola (Dumond) Thibodeau.  Arnold enjoyed ham radio's and talking to people all over the world.  He also liked hunting and collecting guns.  He especially loved spending time with his grandchildren, great grandchildren, and his two cats.  He is survived by his two daughters, Carrie Bouchard and her husband Brian of Winterville, Amy Thibodeau of Reading, PA; five grandchildren, Maekayla Bouchard and her partner Wyatt Sirois, Alex Bouchard and his partner Tia Cyr, Taby Bouchard, Connor Bouchard, and Avery Hafer; three great grandchildren, Zander, Kinsley, and Brailee; his ex-wife and friend, Rena Thibodeau; one sister and four brothers; many nieces and nephews.  A graveside service will be held Friday, June 28, 2024, at 10:00 a.m., at the Maine Veterans Cemetery in Caribou.