COLLARD, ALICE (DEE) DOWNS - 88, formerly of Old Orchard Beach, April 18, 2011, in Phoenix, Ariz. Visitation, 11 a.m.- 2:30 p.m., April 23, Old Orchard Beach Funeral Home, 36 Portland Ave., Old Orchard Beach & funeral service to follow. |
VAN BUREN - Bertrand R. Dufour, 84, died April 19, 2011, at a Caribou hospital. Having participated in the Cursillo Movement, he is living his Fifth Day. Bert was born Nov. 16, 1926, in Presque Isle, son of Victorie and Zeline (Ouellette) Dufour. He worked at Gagnon's Hardware for 36 years until his retirement. Bert was also a member of Van Buren Fire Department for 17 years, a part-time officer of Van Buren Police Department for eight, and was a member of Van Buren Drum and Bugle Corps. Bert served as a director on SAD 24 school board for eight years, was trustee of Van Buren Light and Power District for 20 years, and a member of Van Buren Housing Authority for three. As an active participant of his church, he was a member of Knights of Columbus Council 1635 and Fourth Degree Assembly, a member of the Third Order of Mary and Good Shepherd Affiliates. For 13 years after his retirement, Bert enjoyed volunteering in various capacities at Borderview Nursing Home. He took great pride in his involvement with Alcoholics Anonymous and the countless people he helped on their road to sobriety. Bertrand is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Joan (Saucier) Dufour of Van Buren; three sons, Kenneth Dufour and his wife, Diane, of Nashua, N.H., David Dufour and his wife, Leila, of Cyr Plantation, and Duane Dufour and his wife, Judith, of Portland; one daughter, Rachel Ouellette and her husband, Michael, of Long Lake; six grandchildren, Dustin Dufour and wife, Deanna, Danielle Dufour, Chad Ouellette, Sherry Ouellette and her fiance, Jamie Theriault, Shane Dufour, and Gretchen Violette and husband, Brian; and seven great-grandchildren, Jayde and Elyssa Violette, Alex and Dylan Ouellette, Skylah Gendreau, Austin West and Matthew Dufour. Bert was predeceased by a son, Chad; a brother, Fernand; and a sister, Sister Rachel Ouellette, OSU. Relatives and friends may call 6-8 p.m. Monday and 10-11:30 a.m. Tuesday at Ouellette-Thibault Funeral Home, 118 High St., Van Buren. A funeral Mass will be celebrated noon Tuesday at St. Bruno-St. Remi Catholic Church. Interment will be later this spring in the parish cemetery. Those who wish may contribute in his memory to St. Peter Chanel Youth Ministry, 174 Main St., Van Buren, ME 04785. To leave online condolences, please visit |
PRAMIS, BLANCHE RUTH - 77, April 20, 2011. Visitation, April 23, 10-11 a.m. & 11 a.m. funeral service, Dennett, Craig & Pate Funeral Home, 13 Portland Rd., Buxton (Bar Mills). Burial at another date, Mayberry Cemetery, Windham. |
Blanche Ruth, Pramis, 77, BUXTON -- Blanche Ruth Pramis, 77, of Fogg Road, passed away on April 20, 2011, at Mercy Hospital, surrounded by her family., She was born in St. Paul, Minn., on Nov. 17, 1933, the daughter of the late Harry and Dorotha (Runyon) Sawyer, and graduated from Portland High School., Although she was a 'jack of all trades' and worked for many jobs over the years, it was raising her family that was most important to her., She will always be remembered as the 'Best Nana Ever.', Besides being with family, she enjoyed Bingo, crocheting, puzzles, traveling, and was an avid Mickey Mouse fan and collector., She was predeceased by her husband, Robert P. Pramis Sr.; her significant other, Elroy Mills; daughter, Donna Pramis; and brother, James Sawyer. Blanche is survived by her sons, Richard Pramis of Portland, Robert Pramis Jr. of New Gloucester, and David Archibald of Naples, daughters, Penni Lee of Gorham, Susan Sanborn of Standish, and Risa Dennison of Buxton; sisters, Marilyn Hodgdon of Portland and Carol Hall of Windham; 18 grandchildren; and 14 great- grandchildren., Visitation will be on Saturday morning, April 23, from 10-11 a.m., followed by an 11 a.m. funeral service at the Dennett, Craig & Pate Funeral Home, located on the corners of Rts. 202 and 4A (13 Portland Rd.) in Buxton (Bar Mills). Burial will be at another date at Mayberry Cemetery in Windham., Blanche Ruth Pramis |
AUGUSTA -- A celebration of life for Burton W. Gay, who died April 9, 2011, was held Wednesday, April 20, 2011, at Plummer Funeral Home, 16 Pleasant St., Augusta, with the Rev. Scott Jones, pastor of All Souls Church, Oakland, officiating. As part of the service, there was a time of sharing. Also, several of Mr. Gay's favorite theme songs from past television shows were played., Pallbearers were Bruce, Shawn and Austin Figoli, Chad Caron, Aaron Hussey and T.J. Vallee., Burial occurred in Maine Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Civic Center Drive, Augusta, where pastor Jones offered committal prayers. Military honors were provided by members of the Maine Military Honors Program. The American flag was presented to Mr. Gay's daughter, Elizabeth Caron. |
HOULTON - Dale Clark, 81, died April 16, 2011, in Houlton. Graveside services will be announced at a later date. Guest book at |
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RUMFORD — Dora D. Wagnis, 95, of Spruce Street, Rumford, died Tuesday, April 19, 2011 at the Rumford Hospital. She was born in Rumford on March 10, 1916, a daughter of Charles and Dora (Stangvila) Drakus, and graduated from Stephens High School in Rumford, Class of 1934. Dora ... |
LUBEC - Doris Mabel Robinson, 84, passed away Tuesday, April 19, 2011, at Orono Commons nursing facility. Born Dec. 26, 1926, in Waltham, Mass., she was the daughter of James and Martha Anderson. Doris moved to Maine with her husband of 47 years, the late Roger Towse Robinson, in 1948. Together they owned and operated the family farm in north Lubec for many years. Doris was a loving homemaker, but also worked for many years as a secretary at North Lubec Mfg. & Canning Co. Doris was an active member of the community, who attended Christian Temple Church. She was constantly doing for others, and volunteered for many years at Oceanview Nursing Home. She also did volunteer work for Lubec Memorial Library, Meals for Me, West Quoddy Head Light House Visitors' Center, and Woman's Club Senior Social. She was secretary of Christian Temple Woman's Group and Lubec Women's Club. She loved to travel and throughout the years she had visited many of the nation's 50 states. Doris touched the hearts of many and will be remembered as a hardworking, strong willed, determined individual who always was looking to help others and constantly put the needs of her family first. Doris is survived by a large family, and many close friends through whom she will be remembered and missed. Doris is survived by her five children, Oscar Robinson and his wife, Linda, of Smithfield, Va., Judy Robinson of Hermon, Peter Robinson and his wife, Christina, of Lubec, Lance Robinson and his wife, Rosie, of Anchorage, Alaska, and Larry Robinson of Cathedral City, Calif.; brother-in-law, Robert Robinson and wife, Betty, of Fernandina Beach, Fla.; sister-in-law, Pauline Robinson of Charleston; six grandchildren, James Robinson, Jason Robinson, Brad Robinson, Sara Bailey, Christopher Robinson, Nathan Robinson and Jun-Mark Robinson; 11 great-grandchildren, Kaitlin, Mason, Bradley, Trace, Hannah, Sydney, Colby, McKenna, Hunter, Cooper, Jacob; several nieces, nephews and cousins. If you would like to make a donation on behalf of Doris Robinson in order to remember her in a special way, donations may be made to Christian Temple Church or Oceanview Nursing Home Residents Fund. Funeral arrangements will be announced at later date by McClure Family Funeral Services, Machias and Lubec. |
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FARMINGTON — Dorothy Louise Still, 86, of Farmington and formerly of Winthrop, died Wednesday, April 20,at Edgewood Rehabilitation and Living Center in Farmington. She was born Dec. 24, 1924, in Maynard, Mass., the daughter of Angus and Florence (Smith) Hanson. She was educated in Ma... |
HALE, EARLE CLARENCE - 88, April 19, 2011. Celebration of life service, April 30, 11 a.m., Little Falls Baptist Church, 746 Gray Rd., Gorham. Interment at a later time, Brooklawn Memorial Park. |
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AUGUSTA — Elwood M. Tracy, 64, of South China, passed away on Tuesday, April 19, at MaineGeneral Medical Center, Augusta Campus, surrounded by his family, following a short battle with lung cancer. He was born in Augusta on Feb. 20, 1947, son of the late Bruce and Gwen (Keller) Tracy... |
MONSON, Mass. -- Geoffrey Brent Findon of Monson, age 64, passed away peacefully in his sleep April 20, 2011, after a courageous battle with multiple illnesses. Geoff was blessed with the opportunity to spend his last moments at home surrounded by loved ones, and left this earth without any suffering., He was born Jan. 15, 1947, in Wind Gap, Pa., eldest son of the late Amelia (Wawrzyniak) Findon and the late Brent E. Findon. Geoff was proud to have earned his bachelor's degree in industrial engineering from Pennsylvania State University, class of 1968, and his master of business administration from the University of Maine, and later earned certification as a senior professional in human resources. He was employed as a human resource manager by the former Scott Paper Company, with whom he spent 28 years, 19 of them in Waterville, Maine; Kimberly-Clark Corporation and Fort James Corporation. He finished his career in 2003 at American Pad and Paper in Holyoke., Geoff was involved in Boy Scouting in Maine and New York for many years as a Scoutmaster, unit commissioner, and district commissioner, and also worked very hard to earn the Wood Badge. Geoff was proud that three of his four sons attained the rank of Eagle Scout. A Registered Maine Guide, he enjoyed the outdoors, especially camping and fishing. An acoustic guitar enthusiast, Geoff played for more than 45 years and attended several concerts by his favorite musicians Leo Kottke, Pat Donahue, Doyle Dykes and Bela Fleck. Geoff was an avid fiction reader and photographer, as well as a stalwart Red Sox, Patriots and Green Bay Packers fan. He played an active role in the Massachusetts Miata Club, dedicating his free time to the editing and distribution of the quarterly newsletter. He enjoyed spending many a sunny weekend with his Mazda Miata friends "zoom-zooming" around the lovely roads of southern New England with Wini at his side., Geoff is survived by his beloved wife and best friend since 1972, Wini C. (Manganella) Findon, of Monson; four sons, Stephen M. (Jeanine) Hanley, of Waterville, Geoffrey B. Findon Jr., of Lowell, Robert J. Findon, of Truckee, Calif., and Matthew M. Findon, of Oxford; two grandchildren, Sarah and Jacob Hanley, of Waterville; his great-grandson and great-granddaughter, Zachary and Kennedy Leavitt of Waterville; five brothers, Brent and wife Helen Findon, of Atlantic Highlands, N.J., Gregory and wife Rosanne Findon of Wind Gap, Pa., Gary and wife Annette Findon, of Nazareth, Pa., George and wife Pam Findon, of Pen Argyl, Pa., and Guy and wife Mary Findon, of Wind Gap; four sisters, Susan and husband Larry Nelson, of Lighthouse Point, Fla., Judy Mancini, of Nashville, Tenn., Cindy Schriner, of Nazareth, Pa., and Beth and husband John Hildabrant, of Easton, Pa.; and more than 20 nieces and nephews who adored their Uncle Geoff., He was predeceased by his mother, father, and brothers-in-law John Schriner and George Mancini. Geoff will be sorely missed by all of his family, as well as by family cats Brinca and Milah. Those he left behind are very grateful for the blessing of his peaceful passing., The family would like to thank all of the doctors and staff at the CHF unit of Brigham & Women's Hospital in Boston, as well as doctors and staff at the cardiac care unit of Baystate Medical Center in Springfield and Wing Hospital in Palmer. Their quality of medical care and level of personal compassion greatly comforted the family in Geoff's final days, as did the wonderful work of the Quaboag Valley Hospice., A celebration of life will be held at 3 p.m. Saturday, April 23, at Lombard Funeral Home, located at 3 Bridge St. in Monson. A visiting hour will begin a 2 p.m. For on-line condolences or directions, please visit www.lombardfuneralhome.com. |
Findon, Geoffrey Brent, 64, of Monson, Mass., died April 20. |
HENKEL, HAROLD JONES JR. - 70, of Windham, April 18, 2011. No funeral service. Arrangements by Dolby Funeral Chapel, 434 River Rd., Windham. |
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BRUNSWICK — Helen V. Colby, 64, of Dunlap Street died Saturday April 16, 2011 at the Hospice House in Auburn. A private service will be held. Arrangements are by Stetson's Funeral Home, 12 Federal St., Brunswick. |
RICHARDSON, HILDA MAXINE BALLARD - 80, April 18, 2011. Memorial service, April 23, 11 a.m., Jones, Rich & Hutchins Funeral Home, 199 Woodford St., Portland. |
Thursday, April 21, 2011 12:00 AM |
SABATTUS — With her family by her side, Irene L. Grondin, 55, passed on Tuesday morning at Hospice House following a courageous battle with cancer. Born on June 22, 1955, Irene grew up in Lewiston and spent the last 28 years living at her home in Sabattus. A graduate of Lewist... |
MAIN, JEANETTE LOUISE - 76, April 20, 2011, in Portland. Graveside service, April 25, 11 a.m., Oaklawn Cemetery, Boothbay Harbor. Simmons, Harrington, and Hall Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Boothbay. |
MCARDLE, JOHN A. JR. - 82, April 20, 2011, in Portland. Celebration of life, April 25, 11 a.m., Conroy-Tully Crawford South Portland Chapel, 1024 Broadway. Burial private. |
John Albert, McArdle Jr., 82, CAPE ELIZABETH -- John A. McArdle Jr., 82, of Broad Cove Road, died peacefully on April 20, 2011, at the Maine Medical Center in Portland., John was born in Lynn, Mass., on Oct. 18, 1928, the son of John A. Sr. and Ruth York McArdle. He lived in Nahant, Mass., in his youth. He earned his bachelor's degree from Boston University in 1950 and then his master's degree in Higher Education at Framingham State College. John also served in the United States Coast Guard from 1950-1953 stationed at Popham Beach., John married Frances H. Terrick in Washington, Conn., in 1954, and worked for Atlantic Richfield in New England. His children, John A. III and Deborah, were born in 1955 and 1957 respectively. In 1965 John and Frances moved their family to Cape Elizabeth for a better quality of life and so that John could assume a position at St. Francis College in Biddeford where he served as Director of Admissions and Financial Aid and Dean of the Summer School until 1973. Subsequently John worked in the insurance field for Paul Revere/UNUM and was active in it until May 2010. He greatly enjoyed helping and advising his clients and was well respected and highly versed in that business., In his spare time he enjoyed his family, Dixieland jazz and he was accomplished as a stride pianist. He was a voracious reader and with his wife he attended his children's sporting events. He was an avid fan of the Boston Red Sox, the New England Patriots and also followed and supported local sports teams including the Portland Sea Dogs and the Portland Pirates. He and his wife Frances enjoyed spending time in the British Virgin Islands on Tortolla., John was a communicant of St. Bartholomew's Catholic Church in Cape Elizabeth., John was predeceased by a sister, Lois Noonan. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Frances; a son, John A. III and his wife Meredith Fisher McArdle of Freeport, a daughter, Deborah M. Bowker of Carrabassett Valley and her fiancee Jay Reynolds; a sister, Lillian Foley of Hyde Park, Mass.; and several nieces and nephews., A celebration of John's life will be held on Monday, April 25, 2011, at 11 a.m., at the Conroy-Tully Crawford South Portland Chapel, 1024 Broadway, South Portland. Burial will be private. Those who wish may express their condolences at |
Friday, April 22, 2011 12:00 AM |
LEWISTON — John W. Robertson, 69, of Auburn, died Friday evening, April 15, at Central Maine Medical Center, surrounded by his loving family. John was born in Lewiston on Jan. 30, 1942, the son of Ian and Anita (Ayotte) Robertson. He lived in the Lewiston-Auburn area his entire lif... |
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Farmington — Joicey C. Gosselin, 85, a former resident of Jay, died peacefully surrounded by her loving family, late Tuesday morning, April 19, at Orchard Park Nursing Home in Farmington, where she had resided for the last two years. She was born December 12, 1925, in East Livermore,... |
ADAMS, JOSIAH KNOWLES III - April 11, 2011. |
Foster, Joyce (Michaud), 71, of Augusta died Feb. 1 in Augusta. |
AUGUSTA - Joyce (Michaud) Foster, 71, of Glenridge Drive and formerly of Riverside Drive, died Feb. 1, 2011, at MaineGeneral Rehabilitation & Nursing Care at Glenridge Drive after a long illness., She was born in Augusta on June 2, 1939, the daughter of Wilfred J. Michaud and Bernadette (Giroux) Michaud., Joyce attended St. Augustine School and graduated from Cony High School. Prior to her retirement in 1996, she was employed by State Cable TV (now Time Warner Cable) for 22 years., She was predeceased by her parents; her ex-husband, Richard W. Michaud in 2002; many aunts and uncles; and her granddaughter, Katherine Mary Pooler in 2001., Joyce is survived by her husband, Don Foster of Borger, Texas; her two daughters, Mary A. Michaud of Manchester and Suzanne Pooler and her husband, Michael, of Oakland; her sister, Carol Judkins and her husband, Alton, of East Winthrop; her niece, Gaila Beach and her husband, Thomas, of Contoocook, N.H., along with four stepdaughters, several stepgrandchildren, and several cousins., The family would like to express their appreciation for the loving care that Joyce received from the staff at MaineGeneral Rehabilitation & Nursing Care during the many years that she was in their care., Visiting hours will be held from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Monday, April 25, after a private service for immediate family. Arrangements are in the care of Knowlton & Hewins Funeral Home, 1 Church St., Augusta., Memorial donations may be made to Alzheimer's Association , Maine Chapter, 170 U.S. Route 1, Suite 250, Falmouth, ME 04105., Condolences to the family may be expressed via the funeral home website at www.khrfuneralhomes.com |
Thursday, April 21, 2011 12:00 AM |
STRONG — Lawrence M. Curtis Sr., age 89, died at this home in Strong on Tuesday morning, April 19, following a long illness. He was born July 29, 1921, in Kingfield, the son of Warren and Emma Parson Curtis. He was educated in the schools of Kingfield and Turner. Later on he graduate... |
Sargent, Leatrice J., 83, of Madrid Township died April 19 in Madrid Township. |
Friday, April 22, 2011 12:00 AM |
Leatrice Sargent |
MADRID TOWNSHIP -- Leatrice J. Sargent, age 83, of Madrid Township died peacefully at her home on Tuesday, April 19, 2011, surrounded by her loving brother Ray and sister-in-law Ruby Branum and close friends., She was born in Lenna, Okla., on Aug. 27, 1927, the oldest child of Arthur and Florence Branum., She married Lloyd Sargent on Jan. 27, 1951. They were married for 50 years. Lloyd died on Oct. 7, 2001., Leatrice will be most remembered as a very sweet lady. She provided numerous meals and sweets for those in need and various community functions. She was an avid gardener and sewed for the Reeds Mill Ladies Circle for many years, making quilts to support the Reeds Mill Church. She was a member of the Madrid Historical Society. She loved her cat, Toby, who is 15 years old and would jump up and lay with her. Leatrice was a wonderful neighbor and friend who was loved by many who would do anything for her., She is survived by her younger brothers, Ray and his wife, Ruby Branum, of Mount Holly, N.C., and Herb and his wife, Terry, of Morris, Okla., and many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by a brother, Art Branum., Visitation will begin at 1 p.m. Monday, April 25, at the Phillips Congregational Church, Main Street, Phillips, followed by funeral services at 2 p.m. with Pastor Sue Kaplan-Burgess and the Rev. John Gensel officiating. Refreshments will follow at the Avon Town Community Building on Route 4 in Avon hosted by the Reeds Mill Sewing Circle. Internment will be at the Dunham Cemetery in Madrid Township., Friends wishing may make donations to the Reeds Mill Sewing Circle, c/o Marie Bubier, Treasurer, 62 Pinkham Hill Road, Phillips, ME 04966., Arrangements are under the care and direction of Dan and Scott's Cremation and Funeral Service, 445 Waterville Road, Skowhegan. |
Albee, Lester Kincaid Jr., 86, of Vassalboro, died April 17 in Augusta. |
VASSALBORO -- Lester Kincaid Albee Jr., age 86, died peacefully at the Maine Veterans Home in Augusta on Sunday, April 17, 2011, after a long illness. He was born in Windsor, on April 11, 1925, a son of the late Lester K. Albee, Sr. and Carrie (Martin) Albee Pierce., He attended Cony High School and graduated in 1942. He joined the Marine Corps in 1942, serving as a "telephone man" with the 4th Division. He saw combat in the Marshall Islands, Roi Namur, Tinian, Saipan and Iwo Jima. He was discharged from Quantico, Va., in 1946, with the rank of sergeant., On Dec. 1, 1945, he married Phyllis Cole of Vassalboro, and they raised four children. He worked 36 years for the former New England Telephone and Telegraph Co., starting as a lineman, training as a teletype specialist, and doing much of the telecommunications work at the State House and state office buildings in Augusta. He served as vice-president of Local 8, International Brotherhood of Telephone Workers., He later became an NET&T real estate manager for the central Maine region, traveling from Augusta and Waterville to Greenville, Belfast and everywhere in between, supervising the construction of new offices in the state. He joined the Neguemkeag (166/54) Masonic Lodge in Vassalboro in September 1951, and received his 60-year service medal in March 2011. He was also an active Shriner for many years. He was a dedicated member of his community, serving on the Pine Tree Boy Scout Leadership Council and as a troop leader for more than 20 years. He was a School Committee member for 15 years and served on the Vassalboro Cemetery and Library committees., He and Phyllis loved horses and harness racing, and they traveled to Bangor, Scarborough, New Hampshire, and to local fairs, watching the horses they bought and trained for the next 25 years. While his father-in-law, Merle Cole, was alive, Lester and his sons spent many happy hours hunting and fishing at Cole's camp in Lang Township., He is survived by his wife, Phyllis; sons Laurence, Eric and Kenneth Albee; daughter Valerie Tucker; nephew Richard Leighton; half-brother Rodney Pierce; eight grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren., The family would like to extend its gratitude to the Company B staff of the Maine Veterans Home for their compassion and professionalism., There will be no public visiting hours. Friends and family are invited to attend a memorial service on Friday, April 22, at 2 p.m. at Plummer Funeral Home, 16 Pleasant St., Augusta. Burial will be held at the convenience of the family., Memorial donations may be sent to either Waterville Area Humane Society, 100 Webb Road, Waterville, ME, 04901-4203; or to the charity of one's choice., Condolences may be expressed at the funeral home website www.plummerfh.com. |
CARIBOU and PERHAM - Mable R. Tarr, 94, wife of the late Edmund Tarr, died April 21, 2011, in Mars Hill, after a short illness. She was born March 2, 1917, in Caswell, daughter of the late Hans and Anna (Laursen) Rasmussen. Mrs. Tarr was a member of Dunntown Advent Christian Church, Wade, and was employed by the Birds Eye Division of General Foods, Caribou, for more than 25 years. Mable is survived by her nephew and wife, Dwight and Elizabeth Stickles of Caribou, who were her caregivers for more than 15 years, and she will also be greatly missed by their dog, Koko I, whom she dearly loved. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews. Friends may call 1 p.m. until time of services Saturday, April 23, at Mockler Funeral Home, 24 Reservoir St., Caribou, where funeral services will be held 2 p.m. with Pastor Mary Lou Brown officiating. Interment will be at Maine Veterans Cemetery, Augusta. Mable had a great love for animals and while living in Perham, there were always dogs, cats, hens, ducks and other animals around her home and yard, with most having names and being treated as pets. Friends who wish to contribute in her memory may do so through Halfway Home Pet Rescue Building Fund, P.O. Box 488, Caribou, ME 04736. |
PENOBSCOT - Margaret R. Gott, 83, passed away peacefully April 21, 2011, surrounded by her loving family at Blue Hill Memorial Hospital. She was born Oct. 13, 1927, in Orland, daughter of Herbert and Alice (Heath) Bowden. Margaret enjoyed canning, embroidering, playing games and camping, especially the trips to Baxter State Park with her grandchildren. She was a member of Castine Grange No. 250, Castine. She is survived by one son, Robert Gott and his wife, Ruth Anne, of Penobscot; two daughters, Lillian Leach and her husband, Brently, of Penobscot, and Elizabeth Moore and her husband, Earl, of Northeast Harbor; 10 grandchildren, Nicky, Kelly, Wade, Earl, Wendy, Rebecca, Mary-Alice, James, Eric and Melanie; 18 great-grandchildren, Tyler M., Margaret, Read, Kasey, Rochelle, Spencer, Abby, Lindsey, McKenzie, Cole, Ashley, Brittany, Sydney, Austin, Connor, Keegan, Jordan and Tyler L.; one great-great-grandchild, Gabriel; sister, Maxine Marks and her husband, Milford; one niece, one nephew and many friends. She was predeceased by her parents; and her husband, Harold. Visitation for family and friends will be 4-6 p.m. Monday, April 25, at Mitchell-Tweedie Funeral Home, 28 Elm St., Bucksport, where funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday with Pastor Peter Remick officiating. Interment will be at Castine Cemetery, Castine. |
ALTON - Marion C. Miller, 90, passed away April 21, 2011, at a Bangor health care facility. Marion was born July 22, 1920, daughter of Lester P. and Eva M. (Batchelder) Cole. Marion was active in Alton Methodist Church, and helped cook and prepare their public suppers for many years. Family was always her first priority and very important to her. Marion especially enjoyed gardening and her plants. Marion is survived by her daughter, Mabel Foster and her husband, Glenn; her son, Lester "Mickey" Goodwin and his significant other, Sherril Burdin; many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. She is also survived by her longtime friend and card partner, Joyce Ellis. In addition to her parents, Marion was predeceased by her husband, Cecil; daughter, Sherry Harriman; and sisters, Arlene Collins and Doris White. A graveside service will be held 10 a.m. Monday, April 25, at Alton Cemetery, Route 16, Alton, with the Rev. Joyce Lovely officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations in Marion's honor may be made to Alton United Methodist Church, care of Paulette Borja, 3945 Bennoch Road, Alton, ME 04468. Notes of condolences may be left at |
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AUBURN — Michael Thomas MacDonald, 34, of Auburn, passed away at the Hospice House of Androscoggin Home Care and Hospice on Friday, April 15. He was born in Lewiston Dec. 7, 1976, a son to Thomas, Jeannette (stepmother) and Helen (mother) MacDonald. Mike graduated from Edward L... |
Stickney-Breault, Molly Marie, infant, of Vassalboro died April 17 in Portland. |
VASSALBORO -- Molly Marie Stickney-Breault, infant daughter of Eva Rose (Breault) and Ramsey Stickney, died April 17, 2011, at Maine Medical Center in Portland., She is survived by her mother and father and her grandparents, Lucille and Christopher Breault, all of Vassalboro, Donna Cote, Mark Stickney and Jim Hayes, all of Chelsea., A Mass of the Angels will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Wednesday, April 27, at St. Bridget's Catholic Church, Main Street, North Vassalboro. Committal prayers and burial will follow in the Village Cemetery in North Vassalboro., In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Molly's name may be made to Ronald McDonald House in Portland, 250 Brackett St., Portland, ME 04102., Arrangements are with the Gallant Funeral Home, 10 Elm St., Waterville. |
PRESQUE ISLE - Norman "Tooter" L. Tuttle, 45, passed away Tuesday, April 19, 2011, after a tractor trailer accident in Schuylkill County, Pa. Tooter was born Sept. 10, 1965, in Montgomery, Ala., son of Lewis Tuttle and Virginia Sellars, and Lynwood and Alberta Tuttle. Tooter spent most of his childhood in Texas until he moved to Washburn at age 15. He attended school in Washburn and Presque Isle, and was a graduate of Presque Isle High School, Class of 1984. Tooter served three years in the U.S. Army and upon his return to the area worked at McCain foods, attended Northern Maine Community College's CDL course and began his 17-year career as a long haul trucking operator. For the past seven years and at the time of his death, Tooter was employed by R.F. Chamberlain, Inc. out of St. Agatha. He looked forward to his weekends at home as he enjoyed spending his time of with his wife and best friend of 23 years, Kelly. Tooter will be remembered by family and friends for his carefree personality, his love of laughter and sense of humor. He always wore a smile and was always willing to lend a hand. Four years ago, Tooter and his wife began attending Presque Isle Wesleyan Church where he found the love and support of many new and lifelong friends. He enjoyed the time that he spent with his church family delivering Thanksgiving meals to those in need and enjoyed weekly phone calls with fellow church members every Wednesday evening while on the road. In addition to his wife, Kelly L. (Crawford) Tuttle, Tooter is survived by his children, Travis John, age 28, Christopher Michael, age 23, and Katherine Margaret, age 21, all of Presque Isle. Tooter is also survived by one grandson, T.J., age 1, also of Presque Isle. His children and grandson brought him great pride and joy and he loved them with all of his heart. Tooter is also survived by his father, Lewis Tuttle of Waurika, Okla.; his brother, Patrick and his fiancee, Kellie, and their three daughters of Lauton, Okla.; and his sister, Norma Jean and his special brother-in-law, Don Porterfield, of Waurika, Okla. He is also survived by his mother-in-law and father-in-law, Kathy and Mike Crawford of Presque Isle; a sister-in-law, Kerry and her husband, Steve Spooner; as well as two very special nieces, Kelsie and Kerstee Spooner, all of Presque Isle. He also leaves behind many other aunts, uncles, cousins and nieces. Tooter was predeceased by his biological mother, Virginia; and his parents, Lynwood and Alberta Tuttle. He will be greatly missed by his friend, Ricky Johnston, who traveled many a mile with him throughout the years. Funeral services will be conducted 2 p.m. Monday, April 25, at Presque Isle Wesleyan Church, Centerline Road, Presque Isle, with Pastor Darren Bonville officiating. Friends may call noon until time of service Monday at the church. Immediately after the service a reception will be held in the church fellowship hall. Interment will take place at a later date at Johnson Cemetery. Arrangements in care of Duncan-Graves Funeral Home, 30 Church St., Presque Isle. Condolences may be expressed at |
PARROTT, NORMAN L. - 61, of South Portland, April 20, 2011. Visiting hours, 4-7 p.m., April 22, Hobbs Funeral Home, 230 Cottage Rd., South Portland & funeral service, 10 a.m., April 23. Interment private, Bayview Cemetery, South Portland. |
Baker, Phyllis (Moody), 85, formerly of Oakland, died April 17 in Waterville. |
WATERVILLE -- Phyllis (Moody) Baker, 85, formerly of Oakland, died April 17, 2011, at Mount St. Joseph's in Waterville., She was born March 15, 1926, the daughter of the late Robert and Ruth Moody., She loved doing cross stitching and listening to country music., She leaves behind six children, Patricia Smith of Newburg, Linda Hapworth of Winslow, Edna Whalen of Vassalboro, Karen Farron of Waterville, Floyd Baker Jr. of Oakland and Jeff Baker of Fairfield; 19 grandchildren and a stepdaughter, Marie McMahon, to whom we would like to give a special thanks for helping out with our mom., She was predeceased by her husband, Floyd A. Baker Sr. and a daughter, Terry Flanagan., She will be greatly missed by all her family and friends., Funeral and cremation are by Hampden Gilpatrick of Hampden., A graveside ceremony will be held at 9 a.m. Friday, April 22, at the Maine Veterans' Memorial Cemetery in Augusta. |
WINKLER, RICHARD 'DICK' CHARLES - 86, of Ogunquit, April 16, 2011. Memorial service, Ogunquit Baptist Church, 157 Shore Rd., April 30, 1 p.m. |
PAULSON, RICHARD WAYNE SR. - 84, April 16, 2011. Services private. |
VANASSE, RICKY R. - 65, of Saco, April 20, 2011. Visiting hours, 4-7 p.m., Friday, Cote Funeral Home, corner of Beach & James St., Saco & funeral service, 11 a.m., Saturday. |
Ricky R. Vanasse, 65, SACO -- Ricky R. Vanasse, 65, of Saco, passed away on Wednesday, April 20, 2011, at his residence., He was born in Eagle Lake on April 21, 1945, the son of Rudolphe and Irma Saucier Vanasse. He graduated from St. Louis High School, class of 1963. Ricky served his country in the United States Air Force., He married his wife Lucy on Aug. 3, 1968. He received is culinary degree from S.M.V.T.I. and worked for several local restaurants. Ricky was also employed by University of New England for 10 years as a grounds keeper., In 1986, he was proprietor of Rick's Landscaping in Biddeford. Most recently, he owned and operated The French Quarter restaurant in Biddeford, retiring in 2008. He enjoyed cooking and gardening., He is survived by his wife, Lucy Tremblay Vanasse of Saco; one daughter, Melodie Vanasse Galler and her husband Dr. Robert Galler of New York; and two granddaughters, Lauren and Aidan., Visiting hours will be from 4-7 p.m. on Friday at Cote Funeral Home, corner of Beach and James Streets, Saco. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday at Cote Funeral Home. Arrangements are by Cote Funeral Home, Saco. To send private condolences to the family go to, Ricky R. Vanasse |
WALKER, ROBERT B. - 87, of Ocean Park, formerly of Stamford, Conn. & Chesapeake, Va., April 19, 2011, in Saco. Burial was held, Laurel Hill Cemetery. Memorial service, April 30, 11 a.m., First Parish Congregational Church, Beach St., Saco. Dennett, Craig and Pate Funeral Home, 365 Main St., Saco. |
YOUNG, ROBERT E. - 82, of Camden, in Camden, April 18, 2011. Graveside service, 12 p.m., April 22, Oak Hill Cemetery, Camden. Long Funeral Home, 9 Mountain St., Camden. |
Friday, April 22, 2011 12:00 AM |
RUMFORD - Robert N. “Dub” Belanger, 86, of Middle Avenue, Mexico, died Wednesday, April 20, at the Rumford Hospital, Rumford. He was born in Rumford on May 27, 1924, a son of Omer and Roseann (LeVasseur) Belanger. He graduated from Stephens High School in Rumford, Class of 1942... |
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BATH — Robert W. (Bob) Wayman, 93, passed away Sunday, April 17, 2011, at Winship Green Nursing Center in Bath, ME. |
CAVANAUGH, ROBERTA 'REIDY' - 81, of South Portland, April 19, 2011. Call, April 25, 4-7 p.m., Hobbs Funeral Home, 230 Cottage Rd., South Portland. Mass of Christian Burial, 10 a.m., Tuesday, Holy Cross Church, 124 Cottage Rd., South Portland. Interment, 1 p.m., Wednesday, Calvary Cemetery, South Portland. |
Roberta P. 'Bobbie' Cavanaugh, 81, SOUTH PORTLAND -- Roberta 'Reidy' Cavanaugh, 81, of Angell Avenue, South Portland, passed away on Tuesday, April 19, 2011, at a Portland Hospital, surrounded by her family., Reidy was born in Caribou, the daughter of Philip and Mina Kennison Patrick. She was educated in the Bangor Schools, class of 1947, and was a graduate of Husson College., On Oct. 22, 1955, she married Philip Cavanaugh., She was employed at Bath Iron Works, Maine Fisherman Newspaper, Mercy Hospital, Emery Waterhouse, Headstart and Hannaford Brothers., Reidy was active with the 5th Maine Regiment/Defenders, and was a member of the Holy Cross Church., She enjoyed knitting, reading and watching New England sports. With her husband, they almost made it all the way around the world on cruise ships. She enjoyed spending time with her family., Reidy was courageously a three time breast cancer survivor., Predeceasing her was her brother Philip, sister Madalene; and grandchildren, Henry and Mya Tabachnick. Surviving are her husband of 55 years; sons, John, Danny and his wife Angela, Pat and his wife Cheryl Cavanaugh, daughters, Mary Ann Harris, Aileen and husband Bob Tabachnick, Jane Cavanaugh, Jan and husband Jeff Mansfield and Patti Smith; grandchildren, Shawn, Andrea, Sarah, Allie and Brian Harris, Jake, Abe and Elijah Tabachnick, Nicole Abell, Nastassja Varney, Kelsey and Ava Cavanaugh, Phil and Matt Cavanaugh, Heather Rubito, Jess Forstner, Mallary Smith; great- grandchildren, Cadence, Ruby, Byron, Tyler, Cooper and Makenzie; and two nephews, Perley and Donald Patrick., Friends and relatives are invited to call on Monday, April 25, 2011, from 4-7 p.m., at the Hobbs Funeral Home, 230 Cottage Rd., South Portland. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10 a.m. on Tuesday at Holy Cross Church, 124 Cottage Rd., South Portland. Interment will be at 1 p.m. on Wednesday at Calvary Cemetery, South Portland., In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in her memory to:, Maine Cancer Foundation, 970 Baxter Blvd., Suite 204, Portland, Maine 04103, Roberta P. 'Bobbie' Cavanaugh |
Thursday, April 21, 2011 12:00 AM |
WEST GARDINER — Roland D. “Rod” Martin, age 81, of West Gardiner, died unexpectedly at his home Monday, April 4. He was born in Burdick, Kan., on Aug. 3, 1929, a son of Edward John and Gladys I. (Traner) Martin. He graduated from Alma High School, Alma, Kansas, Class of ... |
MOAT, RUSSELL - of Poland Spring, March 31, 2011, in San Jose, Costa Rica. FMI about a service email joshmoat@hotmail.com. |
BRAGDON, RUTH A. - 90, of Freeport, April 20, 2011, in Brunswick. Burial in Montville at a later date. |
Friday, April 22, 2011 2:09 PM |
FREEPORT — Ruth A. Bragdon, 90, of Spring St., passed away Wednesday, April 20, 2011 at Parkview Adventist Medical Center in Brunswick. Burial in Montville, ME will be held at a later date. |
MEDWAY - Sandra Fiske went home to be with her Lord April 20, 2011, while surrounded by her husband, daughter and son. Sandra was born Aug. 21, 1949, in Millinocket, to Douglas E. Segee and Dorothy "Jean" Stratton of East Millinocket. Jesus Christ was her rock, her refuge, and the light of her life. She had the peace about life that surpasses all understanding, even in the midst of life's difficult storms. She found strength in the Word of God, particularly in this favorite verse: "Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your paths." Proverbs 3:5-6. Her love, compassion, tenderness and joy for life will be missed deeply. She was - and is - her husband Doug's high school sweetheart, even through 42 years of marriage. She is survived by her husband of 42 years, Douglas Fiske of Medway; a daughter, Karen, wife of Greg Stanley of Medway; a son, Brian Fiske and his wife, Jennifer, of Hampden; one "unofficially adopted" son, Timothy Fiske and his wife, Dawn, of Lee; one sister, Susan and her husband, Darrell Morrow, of Gorham; two brothers, Carl Segee and his wife, Diana, of Medway and Bruce Segee and his wife, Cathy, of Orono; six grandchildren, Derrick, Zachary, Emma and Alyssa Stanley of Medway, Gabriel and Isabel Fiske of Hampden; many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins; and a special cousin, Helen Kelly of East Millinocket. Graveside services will be held 1 p.m. Monday, May 2, at Grindstone Cemetery with the Rev. Regginal Adams officiating. In accordance with Sandra's wishes, there will be no viewing or formal funeral services. Gifts in memory of Sandra may be sent to Community Health and Counseling Services, Hospice Department, P.O. Box 208, Lincoln, ME 04457 or Melanoma Research Foundation, 1411 K St. NW, Suite 500, Washington, DC 20005. Arrangements are by Lamson Funeral Home, Millinocket. Messages of condolence may be expressed at |
CROCKETT, SHARON E. - 63, of Saco, in Biddeford, April 18, 2011. Arrangements by Hobbs Funeral Home, 230 Cottage Rd., South Portland. |
Friday, April 22, 2011 12:00 AM |
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DAMON, STEPHEN H. - 65, of Scarborough, April 17, 2011. Celebration of life, April 30, 2-5 p.m., Nonesuch River Golf Course, 304 Gorham Rd., Scarborough. Burial private. Chandler Funeral Homes & Cremation Service, 26 W. Dwinal St., Mechanic Falls. |
LEEDS - Steven E. Whaley, 54, of Campground Road, died unexpectedly Sunday, April 17, 2011, at his home. He was born Feb. 12, 1957, in Caribou, the son of Elwood and Blanche (Walker) Whaley. Steve was a graduate of Caribou High School. He worked for more than 20 years as a landscaper for Wheeler Landscaping, Manchester, and later for D.R. Struck, Winthrop. Most recently he worked for International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers as an electrician. Steve enjoyed watching his Boston sports teams. His greatest joy was watching his son play basketball and football for the Winthrop Ramblers, of which he was a great team supporter. Steve also spent a lot of time with his companion, Jacoby, his golden retriever. He was predeceased by his daughter, Serena Whaley, in 2005; his parents; and a brother, Stuart Whaley. He is survived by his sons, Skyler S. Whaley of Leeds and Michael O'Leary of Bradenton, Fla.; a sister, Stacey Landeen of Caribou; a close friend, Sid Maltese of Vassalboro; several nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts and uncles. Visiting will be held 10-11 a.m. Saturday, April 23, at Roberts Funeral Home, 62 Bowdoin St., Winthrop, where a memorial service will take place 11 a.m. as visitation concludes. Condolences to the family may be sent to |
Plante, Teresa A., 75, of Waterville died April 19 in Waterville. |
Friday, April 22, 2011 12:00 AM |
WATERVILLE - Teresa A. Plante, 75, of 39 Barnet Ave., passed away peacefully on April 19, at the Oak Grove Center in Waterville. She was born in Skowhegan on Nov. 1, 1935, the daughter of Roseanna Morin Jalbert. She was the devoted and loving wife of Joseph Plante, whom she married on Dec.... |
WATERVILLE -- Teresa A. Plante, age 75, of 39 Barnet Ave., passed away peacefully on April 19, 2011, at the Oak Grove Center in Waterville., She was born in Skowhegan on Nov. 1, 1935, the daughter of Roseanna Morin Jalbert., She was the devoted and loving wife of Joseph Plante, whom she married on Dec. 29, 1956, at Notre Dame Church in Waterville. A loving mother and grandmother, she raised her family of four children while residing in Braintree and Peabody, both in Massachusetts; Littleton, Colo., and Franklin, Mass. She fully supported her husband, who worked at Stone and Webster Engineering Corporation. While she lived in Colorado she had many opportunities to travel extensively throughout the country, meet a diverse group of people and coordinate social activities for his office. She retired with her husband to Naples, Fla., in 1993 and finally settled back in Waterville in 2006., In addition to being survived by her loving husband of 55 years, she is survived by one sister, Cecile Grenier of Waterville; two brothers, Rosaire Jalbert and his wife, Theresa, of Lewiston and Marcel and his wife, Helen, of Vernon, Vt.; and six sisters-in-law, Dorothy Jalbert of Lewiston, Monique Jalbert of Auburn, and Madeleine Roy, Pearle Vashon, Carmen Plante and Carmel Pinnette, all of Waterville., She is also survived by her two sons, Paul and his fiancŽe, Lou Ann, of Yarmouth, and Thomas and his wife, Susan, of Waterford, Conn.; her two daughters, Celeste King of San Juan Bautista, Calif., and Michelle Snicer and her husband, Gregory, of Fremont, N.H.; six grandchildren, Carolyn, Mark, and Benjamin Plante, Nicholas and Sean King, and Christina Snicer and numerous nieces and nephews., She was predeceased by her mother and stepfather, Arthur Jacques; three sisters, Antoinette Caron, Emerentienne "Rose" Jalbert and Helena Lebrun; and four brothers, Emile, Dominique, Robert and George Jalbert., Family and friends may call from 2 to 4 p.m. and from 6 to 8 p.m. on Easter Sunday, April 24 at the Veilleux Funeral Home, 8 Elm St., in Waterville. Family and friends are also invited to attend a funeral Mass which will be celebrated at 9 a.m. on Monday, April 25 at Notre Dame Catholic Church, 112 Silver St., Waterville. She will be laid to rest at St. Francis Cemetery, Grove Street, Waterville., In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory can be made to the Mount Merici School, 152 Western Ave., Waterville, ME 04901. |
COULOMBE, VALERIE L. - Hour visitation, Johnson Funeral Home, 26 Market St., North Berwick, April 25, 12 p.m. & memorial service, 1 p.m. |
Valerie L. Coulombe, NORTH BERWICK -- Valerie L. Coulombe passed from this life into the arms of our Savior after a long and courageous battle with cancer., Valerie was born on April 19, 1947, in Stafford Springs, Conn., the daughter of John Peck McAneeny and Virginia Alice Bagley. She attended schools and high school in Coventry, Conn. She worked at Reny's in Wells until illness forced her to retire., Valerie was very talented in arts and crafts. Family and friends share beautiful things she created. Valerie was lovely to see. She had a beautiful smile and a warm personality. She made friends easily and was loved by all. Even in the greatest of adversity, she kept her smile was brave, courageous and an inspiration to all., Her hobbies included collecting old movies, films and documentaries of Japan and China, watching classic cartoons and enjoying her flower gardens. She enjoyed camping trips to Baxter State Park, hiking and fishing with her husband., On July 6, 1983, she married Mark Coulombe of Saco., She was predeceased by her parents. She is survived by her loving husband; brothers Steven McAneeny, Dane Yates, Joey Sumara, her twin sister, Hillary McAneeny; and several nieces and nephews. She will sadly missed by her husband; family and friends; and special neighbors, Ross and Debbie Moulton, Brian and Kristen Cole and John and Pat Twist., The family wishes to thank the doctors and staff of the Maine Women's Surgery and Cancer Center, Maine Medical Center - Gibson Pavilion and Gosnell Hospice for their kindness and caring., An hour visitation will be held at the Johnson Funeral Home, 26 Market St., North Berwick, on Monday, April 25, at 12 p.m., to be followed by a memorial service at 1 p.m. For online condolences please visit, In lieu of flowers, donations, in her memory may be made to:, The, 19 Union St., 38 State House Station, Augusta, Maine 04330, Maine Medical Center, 22 Bramhall St., Portland, Maine 04102, and Gosnell Memorial, Hospice Center, 11 Hunnewell Rd., Scarborough, Maine 04074, Valerie L. Coulombe |
Thursday, April 21, 2011 12:00 AM |
LEWISTON — Viola N. Dumais, 92, of 550 College St., Lewiston, died Tuesday, April 19, at the St. Mary's d’Youville Pavilion. Born in Lewiston on Oct. 4, 1918, she was the daughter of Joseph P. and Laura Gauthier Chabot. She was educated in local schools, and married Robert Ludg... |
Friday, April 22, 2011 12:00 AM |
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HOLDEN - William "Bill" F. Jordan, 38, died unexpectedly April 19, 2011, as the result of a logging accident. He was born July 7, 1972, in Oceanside, N.Y., the son of Frank and Sharon (Jordan) Karl. "B" was an avid NASCAR fan, raced at Speedway 95 and enjoyed racing around the state with his nephews. He also enjoyed fishing. Bill is survived by his parents of Holden; two daughters, Macy Karl of Brewer and Krysten Quinn of East Millinocket; one sister and her husband, Tammy and Scott Pearson of Glenburn; two nephews, Derek Pearson and his wife, Erica, of Glenburn and Jordan Pearson and his wife, Ashley, of Bangor; niece, Katie Pearson of Glenburn; two special great-nephews, Nathan and Brayden; four best friends, Bob Moleon, Troy Bickford, Mike Roy and Nino Chiapponne; many more good friends; and especially his constant companions, Skittles and Pie. Funeral services will be held 5 p.m. Saturday, April 23, at Brookings-Smith, 133 Center St., Bangor, with Julio DeSanctis officiating. Friends may call 3 p.m. until the time of service Saturday. The family invites relatives and friends to share conversation and refreshments at the Family Reception Center of Brookings-Smith, 163 Center St., Bangor, immediately after the service. Gifts in Bill's memory may be sent to Tammy Pearson, 103 Marston Meadow Road, Glenburn, ME 04401. Condolences to the family may be expressed at |
Harding, William "Slug" Walter III, 65, of Waterville died April 14 in Bangor. |
WATERVILLE -- William "Slug" Walter Harding III, 65, of 97 Cool St., Waterville, passed away Thursday morning, April 14, 2011, at 9:35 a.m. in the Intensive Care Unit at Eastern Maine Medical Center in Bangor., He was born in Waterville on Dec. 24, 1945, the son of William Walter and Dorothy Ellen (Mower) Harding Jr., William leaves behind a large family of children and grandchildren who will miss him dearly. William had three children from his 30-year marriage to Donna Harding, his late wife: Bill Harding and wife Gina, Suzette Stuart and husband Shaun, and Crystal Harding and fiancŽ Chris. William had six grandchildren, Destiny, 8; Ethan, 7; Crysten, 5; Nathan, 4; Chris Jr., 2; and the newest addition, baby Jacob, 1 month., He also had three children from a previous marriage, William W. Harding IV, Jill Harding and Chris Harding. He is also survived by his brother, Trevison Harding and wife Geraldine, of Fairfield., Slug was a very independent man who wanted to do things his own way, in his own time. He didn't let his conditions and limited resources hold him back from activities he enjoyed sharing with his family. Slug managed to get out of the house and take part in various activities such as family activities and school functions. He also enjoyed watching baseball and football, especially the New England Patriots., He was a soft-hearted, humble man who will be sadly missed by all who knew him., It is a real loss to start the day off without seeing that glowing smile that radiated in our hearts, reminding us that we could always make a difference every day. We know that he lives on within our hearts., Visiting hours will be from 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday, April 22 at Lawry Brothers Funeral Home, 107 Main St., Fairfield. Spring burial with military honors will be held at a later date at McClintock Cemetery in Winslow., Condolences may be expressed at www.lawrybrothers.com., Arrangements are by Lawry Brothers Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 107 Main St., Fairfield; 453-6049. |
BANGOR - Zelma M. "Nanny" Beaton, 87, died April 19, 2011, at a local health care facility. She was born July 8, 1923, in Bangor, daughter of Claude and Vesta (Carrie) King. Zelma is survived by three daughters, several grandchildren and great-grandchildren. The family thanks the staff at Ross Manor for the excellent care they provided during her stay. Services will be private for the family. A service of Brookings-Smith, 133 Center St., Bangor. Condolences to the family may be expressed at |
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