James J. Saucier

James J. Saucier, 77, died November 10, 2026 in Bangor with family at his side. He was born in Eagle Lake, November 25, 1948 the son of the late Louis and Rosemary (Sirois) Saucier. Jim was a 1967 graduate of Caribou High School where he was in the National Honor Society and was an accomplished athlete. In 1967 he was named the MVP of the CHS baseball team. Following high school, he was drafted into the United States Army serving in the Vietnam War under the direct command of four-star General Barry McCaffrey. During his tour of duty, he was awarded several military commendations including the Purple Heart, Silver Star from the State of Maine, Vietnam Service Ribbon with three Bronze Stars, and the Combat Infantry Badge. On August 4, 1973 he married Nancy Turner, and together they shared 53 years of marriage.

As children of God, we are called as Christians to make a difference in the lives of others, this is truly what Jimmy did with his life…

Mr. Saucier, known to many as Coach Souce, was the program director at the Caribou Recreation Center for 37 years. During this time, he was able to connect with thousands of Caribou youth. A whistle around his neck, he coached youth sports for decades, impressing upon young people the importance of a positive attitude, drive, and working hard. He used to say his favorite kids to coach were those kids who listened and wanted to learn and be better. For 14 years he was the Caribou High School Varsity baseball coach. He enjoyed watching the children he first met at the recreation department move into high school sports, college sports, and then become adult athletes, bringing their own children to Coach Souce for mentorship. For 26 years he took an annual trip with friends to the basketball tournament. He was also active as an organizer and participant of the Men’s softball league.

Jim was a life member of the Lister-Knowlton VFW Post 9389 and was a member of the American Legion Post 15. He was also named the Caribou Citizen of the year in 2001, was given a State of Maine 122nd Legislature Sentiment in 2006.

In his free time, he enjoyed golfing, fishing trips to the Allagash, and bowling. Like most things in life, these activities were best enjoyed with his close friends by his side.

Jim is survived by his wife, Nancy Saucier of Caribou, their three sons, Michael J. Saucier of Mars Hill, Matthew D. Saucier and wife Kim of Windham, and Dustin R. Saucier and wife Erica Martin of Caribou, six grandchildren, Kayla Theriault, Austin Saucier, Olivia Saucier, Caleb Saucier, Noah Saucier, and Ashlynn Rose, three of his siblings, Gerald Saucier of Arundel, Joan Steeves of Caribou and Jacqueline Saucier of Pennsylvania. He was predeceased by his parents, and by four siblings, Gene Saucier, Geraldine Suitter, Gilman Saucier, and Jeannette Albert.

Friends are invited to visit with the family on Sunday, November 15, 2026 at the Mockler Funeral Home from 2PM until 4PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10AM at the Holy Rosary Catholic Church, 34 Vaughn Street, Caribou, on Monday November 16, 2026. Following the service all are invited to a time of continued fellowship and refreshments at the Caribou Recreation Department. Interment with military honors will be in the Northern Maine Veterans Cemetery, Caribou in the spring of 2027. Those wishing to contribute in memory of Jimmy are asked to do so the Caribou Parks and Recreation Department, Attn: Programs, 55 Bennett Drive, Caribou, Maine, to go towards the purchase of children’s uniforms.