Silo 7       Natural Health  
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STEPHEN P. LEBEL   (PHOTO)

GLENBURN AND BANGOR - Stephen P. LeBel, 69, passed on June 12, 2007 at a Bangor hospital due to a stroke.  He was born April 24, 1938 in Van Buren, the son of Fred and Lucy (Caron) LeBel.    

      Stephen grew up in Bangor and graduated from Bangor High School in 1957.  In 1958, he married Marlene Wozneak and they had two daughters, Laurie Ann and Lisa Marie, the apples of his eyes.  The family moved to Glenburn in 1972.   

Stephen worked as a typewriter repairman and served the Air National Guard of Maine in the early 1960’s.  He worked at Sears Roebuck and Company from 1963 to 1973.  He learned sign language in order to communicate with hearing impaired customers.  Tired of serving corporate business, he sought a career that would be of service to society.  He intended to pursue a degree in special education and then a friend suggested he become a male nurse.  Stephen worked as a night auditor at the Twin City Motel in Brewer and as a bookkeeper at the Bangor House while he attended nursing classes.  Upon graduation in 1976, he began working at Eastern Maine Medical Center as a night transporter; he enrolled in First Aid and CPR classes.  He was a member of the Glenburn Volunteer Ambulance Service from approximately 1977 to 1982.  Because of his rapport with others, it was suggested he become a CPR instructor. He soon decided that regular nursing was not for him.  However, he continued working at EMMC until 2000 in Kelly Rehabilitation, the B5 Ward, Respiratory Medicine and finally, the Emergency Department.  His time responding to codes as a respiratory technician and being on the ambulance service changed the direction of his life.  

      Stephen became a registered Emergency Medical Technician in 1977 and began teaching CPR and First Responder Courses.  He so enjoyed teaching that he decided to focus on teaching adults and working in medicine for his own improvement.   He taught EMT courses at Eastern Maine Vocational Technical Institute (now EMCC) from 1979-2000.  He started a teaching business in 1989; Stephen LeBel’s Community Training Center offered classes in First Aid and CPR, and later, supplied CPR materials to other instructors.  Teaching and working at EMMC shaped who he became and his philosophies about life and death.  Stephen retired from all forms of emergency medicine in 2000. 

      In 1993, Stephen and daughter Lisa opened Silo 7, a metaphysical store, in the Old Bomarc Missile Base.  They created a safe place for others of like mind to voice their thoughts and beliefs. Stephen always shared his philosophies freely and without judgment, hoping to alleviate suffering in others.  His wisdom teachings evolved into what he called ‘backyard philosophy’.  In 2006, Silo 7 was relocated to downtown Bangor. 

      Stephen also volunteered and worked at the United Technical College from 1999 until his passing.  He never lost his love for teaching and helping others.  In keeping with his generous spirit, he was a registered organ donor. 

      His earthly enjoyments included formulating computer programs, cutting edge electronics, and books and movies with philosophical messages.  He loved being an active part in his grandchildren’s lives.  He enjoyed spending time with his special friend Sam Blackwell and adored her son Noah James, his Godson.

      Stephen is survived by his mother, Lucy LeBel of Bangor; sisters Joanne Brooks of Holden, Charlene Frati and her husband Orlando of Bangor; Diana Davis of Bangor; brother Dean LeBel of Rockland; two daughters, Laurie Richards and her husband Glenn of Glenburn; Lisa LeBel and her partner Alvin Sarnecki of Glenburn; three grandchildren, Michael Richards of Orono; Adam Glenn and Jamie Richards both of Glenburn; along with several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews.  He was pre-deceased by his father Fred LeBel and infant brother David.  Stephen’s passing will leave a void in the lives of all who knew and loved him and he will be greatly missed.                

      A Celebration of Life will be held Sunday, July 1 from 2-6 PM at Jeff’s Catering in Brewer.  Guests are encouraged to share a story of how Stephen has touched their lives; Written words will become keepsakes for his girls.  Wear something blue (his favorite color); no all-black attire.  Private interment for family members is planned at Mt. Hope Cemetery the following day.   In lieu of sending flowers and donations, do something kind for someone else.  A service of Brookings-Smith, 133 Center St., Bangor.

STAFF BIOs

Hello! My name is Peter Bilodeau. I've been a customer of Silo 7 for ten years and an employee since July of 2007. I'm a graduate student of History at the University of Maine in Orono tending toward philosophy and theology. My favorite subjects are ancient religions/cults, gods, goddesses, their temples, and the meanings behind the functioning of their worship. I'm also a martial artist with 35 years experience in the arts. Currently I teach Tai Chi/Qi gong, and I work heavily with the inner aspects of Gong Fu.  My email address is: peter@silo7.com

Hello! I'm Garrett Boardway, Silo7 Patron for the better part of 10 years, Employee since September 2007. My subjects of study include Druidism and old world, Earth based religions (15 yrs.), as well as the study and practice of intentionality and manifestation (last 3 yrs.), and a life long involvement in the martial arts (since age 6).  My email address is: garrett@silo7.com