SAUNDERS, Vernon Francis – 82 of Auburn passed away peacefully on Friday, May 20, 2016 in Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital, Middleton with family by his side. Born in Berwick, he was a son of the late Charles and Vivian (Wilson) Saunders. Vernon, along with his wife operated E.O. Randall Farm in Auburn for many years. He was a member of the Aylesford United Church and a member of Harmony Masonic Lodge #52, Aylesford and was the recipient of his 50 year jewel from the Masonic Order. Vernon is survived by his wife the former Neva Randall; daughter Linda (Barry) Dunlop, Auburn; brother, Marvin (Cathy) Saunders, Waterville; grandchildren Allan and Trinda-leigh (Cal Langley). He was predeceased by an infant brother. By request, cremation has taken place. Visitation was held from 7 – 9 p.m. Monday, May 23rd in the Middleton Funeral Home, 398 Main St., toll free 1 855 825-3448 beginning with a Masonic Lodge Tribute at 7 p.m. A memorial service was held at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, May 24th in the Aylesford United Church, Rev. John Moses officiating. Private interment in the Aylesford Union Cemetery. A reception followed the service in the Church Annex. Donations in memory may be made to the Shriner’s Hospital for Sick Children or Soldiers Memorial Hospital Palliative Care. Online guest book may be signed by visiting: www.middletonfuneralhome.com