Portland man at risk of eviction from childhood home [Video]

PORTLAND, Maine — Neighbors and strangers are banding together by donating money to help a Portland man keep his home where he has lived for the past 52 years. 

Darryl Crabtree, who has cognitive challenges, helped care for his elderly parents in their home on Maine Avenue in Portland for years until they both passed away. ‘

Now, he faces eviction unless he finds a way to buy out other family members. 

The garage alone holds many memories for Crabtree. The 60-year-old said he and his father, Lew, worked on vintage cars together for years. His dad passed away more than a decade ago, but Crabtree said his spirit lives on.

“I swear he is here looking and watching making sure all his tools are all where they are supposed to be,” Crabtree …