Mr. Benjamin S. Rollins

November 21, 2016

AUBURN - Benjamin S. Rollins, Jr, 38, passed unexpectedly on Monday, Nov. 21, 2016, at his home in Auburn. He graduated from Maranacook Community High School in Readfield in 1996 and went on to graduate from Newbury College specializing in culinary arts. His talents as a pastry chef became widely known in the industry. He excelled in pastry creations at several high-end restaurants from Boston to California. Most recently, he was Director of Pastries for the Migis Hotel Group, most notably, the Black Point Inn where he became known for his creativity and enthusiasm, willingly helping others to learn, and sharing his passion for edible works of art. He was a sought-after pastry chef for weddings and other events. Along with his pastry achievements, he had an adventurous spirit that took him to South America and many parts of the US. His philosophy was to take advantage of opportunities and live life. He leaves behind his mother, Patricia A. Rollins of Manchester; his sister, Angela Rollins; several aunts and uncles; cousins, Lindsay Cobb, Ashley Nelson, Christopher Rollins and Heather Chandler. His father, Benjamin Rollins, predeceased him in 2009. Visiting hours will be held at Pinette Dillingham & Lynch Funeral Home, 305 Alfred Plourde Parkway, Lewiston, ME 04240 on Wednesday, Dec. 7, 2016 from 2-4 p.m., followed by a celebration of life service starting at 4 p.m. Online condolences and sharing of memories may be expressed at www.lynchbrothers.com. - See more at: http://obituaries.centralmaine.com/obituaries/mainetoday-centralmaine/obituary.aspx?n=benjamin-rollins&pid=182858521&fhid=4946#sthash.zc6Ny9zA.dpuf