Grand Isle---Elmer R. Fortin, 83, passed away July 1, 2026, at a Frenchville health care facility. He was born in Lille on March 25, 1943, son of the late George and Agnes (Gendreau) Fortin. Elmer was an avid outdoorsman and loved hunting, fishing, and just taking a ride in nature. He was a jack of all trades and worked in the construction business. He is survived by his loving wife of fifty-nine years, Irene (Parent) Fortin of Grand Isle; two daughters, Brenda Fortin and her husband Domenic Caraco of Burlington, MA, Donna Strand of Frenchville; three grandchildren, Nicholas and Christopher Caraco of Burlington, MA, Nolan McCullough of Gorham; his siblings and many nieces and nephews. A Graveside Service will be held at a later date.