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. |
BROWNVILLE JUNCTION - A committal and memorial service for Ann Larson, who passed Nov. 22, 2010, will be held 1 p.m. Sunday, May 1, at Evergreen Cemetery, Brownville Junction. The family invites everyone to join them for refreshments after the service at Brownville Junction High School Alumni Building. |
EAST MACHIAS - Annette "Grammyola" Dennison died peacefully April 9, 2011, at her home. She was born June 27, 1922, daughter of Elden and Laura Colbeth. Annette loved feeding the birds and baking. She was an avid sports fan, and especially loved tennis and the Red Sox. She also loved the Washington Academy Raiders, never missing any of her grandchildren's games. She is survived by her four sons, Ronnie and wife, Donna, Stanley and wife, Patty, Eddie, and Ceddie and wife, Beverly; 12 grandchildren, Wendell Dennison, Stephanie Joslyn, Ron Dennison, Julie Tribou, Mike Ferguson, Lori Barrows, Mark "Teet" Ferguson, Kari Reynolds, Rene Davis, Kelley Dennison, Joey Dennison and Donna Slater; a sister, Eda Talbott; a stepbrother, Stanley Mattatall; several great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. She will also be missed by special friend, Tina Bridgham. Annette was predeceased by her husband, Ralph "Suze" Dennison, in 1995. A graveside service will be held 2 p.m. Sunday, May 1, at Jacksonville Cemetery. |
MEDFORD - Barbara Dammes Bradeen, 90, went to rest in the peace that Jesus made, Thursday, April 7, 2011, surrounded by her precious family at Hibbard Nursing Home, due to brain cancer. Barbara was born Jan. 20, 1921, in Jamaica, N.Y., daughter of the late Henry and Barbara (Stroh) Dammes. Barbara was a 1940 graduate of Jamaica High School, P.S. 45, New York; and attended Eastern Nazarene College, Quincy, Mass., from 1947 to 1951. Barbara was a lifelong member of Church of the Nazarene. She loved everyone, was very generous, kind to all and deeply loved Jesus. Barbara is survived by her beloved husband of 57 years, Fred C. Bradeen of Medford; her cherished children, Barbara Mae and son-in-law, Gary R. West, of Storrs, Conn., Sam W. and daughter-in-law, Kelly Bradeen, of Medford and Carol Jean and son-in-law, Kenneth Hudak, of Medford; grandchildren, Brittany Regina West, Ricky Lee Bradeen and Katharina Maria West; sisters-in-law, Evelyn Page of Milo and Carolyn Peacock of Tucson, Ariz.; a multitude of nieces and nephews, and many loving friends. Barbara was predeceased by three sisters, Mae Cropper, Martha Toepfer and Anne George; two brothers, Howard and Edward Dammes; niece, Annamae Lyford of Milo; and nephews, Ellis Cropper of Florida and Judge Norman George of New York. A memorial to Barbara is planned for June at Dover-Foxcroft Church of the Nazarene. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Dover-Foxcroft Church of the Nazarene, P.O. Box 306, Dover-Foxcroft, ME 04426. |
PORTLAND - Bennett Hieu Nguyen, infant son of Quang and Karen (Bell) Nguyen, died April 18, 2011, at Maine Medical Center, Portland. In addition to his parents, Bennett is survived by his paternal grandparents, Nguyen Ngoc Hung and Le Thi Ngoc Hoa of Cam Ranh, Vietnam. Maternal grandparents are Laurie Bell of Milo and Thomas Bell of Florida. Bennett is also survived by many aunts, uncles, cousins and his great-grandparents. Graveside services for Bennett will be held 11 a.m. April 27 at Evergreen Cemetery, Milo, with Pastor Don Booker officiating. Refreshments will be served after the service at Pleasant Park Center, Milo. Sometimes, it's the smallest things that take up the most room in our hearts. Arrangements made by Independent Death Care of Maine. |
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. |
PERKINS, BRAD - 70, April 20, 2011. Memorial visitation, 5-8 p.m., April 26, Wilson Funeral Home, 24 Shaker Rd., Gray. |
Brad Perkins, 70, GRAY -- Brad Perkins, 70, passed away on April 20, 2011, peacefully at home. He was born in Gardiner on May 8, 1940, to Elsie and Carroll Perkins. He worked many jobs. He owned his own trading post in Alaska, managed a gas station, and a light trucking business., Brad enjoyed his life. He loved to travel, camp, and fish. He loved scratching tickets and dreaming big. Brad was a kind man with a big heart who loved his family and friends. He will be sadly missed by all who knew him., Brad was predeceased by his parents, Carroll and Elsie Perkins; brothers, Westley, Tim and Gary Perkins, and sisters, Gwen, Gloria and Carolee. He leaves behind his companion of 15 years, Patricia Henry of Gray; sons, Timmy, Roy, David and Harry Perkins of the Biddeford area, and Michael Perkins and Charles Henderson of Gray, his daughter and son-in-law, Brenda and Wes Hewey of Gray, daughters, Tami and Roxanne Perkins; and Patricia's kids, Vickie and Ray. He had many grandchildren; nieces, nephews; and friends who will miss him dearly., A memorial visitation will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, April 26, at Wilson Funeral Home, 24 Shaker Rd., Gray., Brad Perkins |
Brian T. LaBonte, 49, GORHAM -- Brian T. LaBonte, 49, of Gorham, passed away after a brief illness on April 21, 2011., He was born on Nov. 27, 1961, in Portland, the son of Clement T. and Frances S. Gillespie LaBonte. He was educated in South Portland and was a graduate of Portland High School, Class of 1982., Brian was a certified welder, tower climber, iron worker, and fabricator. Brian worked at Wireless Construction. He was a member of the South Portland and Portland Eagles Club for 20 years., Without a doubt, Brian was always seen with a smile on his face. He was loyal to his family and friends. He would talk to anyone and become instant friends. He loved his birthday and especially Christmas with the whole family. He loved riding his Harley and enjoyed singing karaoke with his adoring wife Maria at the Eagles Club., Brian is survived by his wife, Maria LaBonte; his daughter, Jessica Wilson, her husband Barry, and granddaughter to be (Brian wanted to be called 'Pops'); three step children, Andrew, Ben and Cassie of Buxton; his mother Sharon Parlin and step father Herman of Scarborough, his father Bing LaBonte of Florida; his sister Terry Budzko and her husband Ric of Scarborough, his sister Robin Hill and her husband Troy of Bottineau, N.D., his sisters Michelle LaBonte of Portland, Patty LaBonte of So. Portland, Nicole LaBonte of Portland, his brother David LaBonte and his wife Laurel of Scarborough, his brother Bobby LaBonte of Florida; and also his many nieces and nephews., Special thanks to the Eagles Club, VNA In-Home Hospice staff, and to the caring staff at Gosnell Memorial Hospice of Southern Maine., Visiting hours will be from 4-7 p.m. on Monday, April 25, at the Hobbs Funeral Home, 230 Cottage Rd., South Portland, where a funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, April 26. Burial will follow at Highland Memorial Cemetery, South Portland., In lieu of flowers, please donate to:, Gosnell Memorial Hospice, of Southern Maine, 180 U.S. Route 1, Scarborough, Maine 04074, or to the Maine Cancer Fund, P.O. Box 553, Portland, Maine 04112, Brian T. LaBonte |
LABONTE, BRIAN T. - 49, of Gorham, April 21, 2011. Visiting hours, 4-7 p.m., April 25, Hobbs Funeral Home, 230 Cottage Rd., South Portland & funeral service, 11 a.m., April 26. Burial, Highland Memorial Cemetery, South Portland. |
HOLDEN - C. Evans Hart, 98, fifth-generation Hart, descendent of Jacob Hart a Revolutionary War veteran and one of the seven families who came from Massachusetts to settle Holden after the war, died April 21, 2011, at his home on Copeland Hill, Holden. He was born Dec. 10, 1912, in Brewer, the son of Charles H. and Martha L. (Libby) Hart. Evans was a lifelong resident of Holden and was a 1930 graduate of Brewer High School. He attended the University of Maine and returned to the family dairy farm after his father's death in the early 1930s. He and his wife, Dorothy, operated the farm for many years. In his later years he continued to grow vegetables and some of the most beautiful gladiolas, which he sold at the farmers market, supplied local florists and gave to his family, friends, neighbors and his church. Evans was a respected member of the community and was active in civic affairs. He served on various boards and committees in the town of Holden, and was a former town selectman. He was also a lifelong active member of Holden Congregational Church, where he held many different positions serving the church throughout the years. He was a former member and master of Pine Grove Grange, Brewer. Evans was an avid reader, had a great interest in politics and a strong love for his country. Surviving are three children, Mildred "Millie" G. Johnson and her husband, Eric, Wesley W. Hart and his wife, Gloria, all of Holden, and Dana E. Hart and his wife, Marcie, of Fort Wayne, Ind.; five grandchildren, Erika G. Twitchell of Pensacola, Fla., Heather L. Kiley of Holden, Aaron W. Hart of Orrington, Brett C. Hart of Holden and Douglas E. Hart of New York City; nine great-grandchildren, Alex and Emily Twitchell, Bryant, Andrew and Sarah Kiley, Chloe Hart, Leah, Owen and Will Hart; nieces, nephews and cousins. He was predeceased by his wife of 57 years, Dorothy P. (Murphy) Hart, in 1997; his parents; a brother, Wesley Hart; and a sister, Edith McLaughlin. Family and friends may visit 6-8 p.m. Wednesday, April 27, at Kiley & Foley Funeral Service, 69 State St., Brewer, where a funeral service honoring Evans' life will be held 1 p.m. Thursday, April 28, with the Rev. Richard Hyman, pastor of Second Congregational Church, Brewer, and the Rev. Harold Grove, longtime friend and former pastor, presiding. Burial will be at Hill Rest Cemetery, Wiswell Road, Holden. For those who wish, memorial contributions may be made to Holden Congregational Church, Steeple Fund, P.O. Box 3451, Brewer, ME 04412. Condolences may be offered at |
BANGOR and BUCKSPORT - Donald H. Grindle, 88, died Wednesday, April 20, 2011, at Maine Veterans Home, Bangor. He was born Feb. 26, 1923, the son of William and Mary (Leach) Grindle. He was a veteran of the U.S., Air Corps and served as pilot of a B-24 Liberator in the Pacific during, . After the war he came home to Bucksport, where he and his brother, Alton, ran Bucksport I.G.A. After that he was a rural mail carrier for many years until his retirement in 1984. Donald was very much a family man. He was an avid Red Sox fan, but an even more devoted fan of his son's and grandchildren's sports teams. He and his wife, Melva, spent many years and drove many miles attending every one of their sports events. He will be sadly missed by his wife of 63 years, Melva (Brawn) Grindle, who resides at Boyd Place, Bangor. He is also survived by one daughter, Peggy Smith and her husband, Ben, of Old Town; one son, Steven Grindle and his wife, Maria, of Essex Junction, Vt.; his grandchildren, Tracey Mahoney and her husband, John, of Hampden, Shannon Horton and her husband, Danson, of Trenton, Trina Collins and her husband, Justin, of Winterport, Jessica Tharp and her husband, Robert, of Ridgecrest, Calif., and Ryan Grindle and Emma Grindle of Essex Junction, Vt.; his great-grandchildren, Ashley and Alex Mahoney, Adria and Zoe Horton, and Evelyn Collins; many nieces and nephews, especially Robert Grindle, Jean Carville and Norma Patterson. In addition to his parents, Donald was predeceased by his brother, Alton Grindle; and his sister, Lovina Chase. A memorial service will be held 2 p.m. Friday, April 29, at Mitchell-Tweedie Funeral Home, 28 Elm St., Bucksport, with the Rev. Linda Smith officiating. Interment will be at Silver Lake Cemetery, Bucksport, after the service. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Donald's memory may be made to Maine Veterans Home Activity Fund, 44 Hogan Road, Bangor, ME 044001 or Buck Memorial Library, P.O. Box DD, Bucksport, ME 04416. |
BANGOR - Graveside services for Donna M. (Spaulding) Ouellette will be held noon Saturday, April 30, at Pine Grove Cemetery, Bangor, with Scott W. McPhedron, pastor of Columbia Street Baptist Church, officiating. |
Still, Dorothy Louise, 86, of Farmington died April 20 in Farmington. |
FARMINGTON -- Dorothy Louise Still, 86, of Farmington and formerly of Winthrop, died Wednesday, April 20, 2011, at Edgewood Rehabilitation and Living Center, in Farmington., She was born in Maynard, Mass., Dec. 24, 1924, the daughter of Angus and Florence (Smith) Hanson. She was educated in Maynard schools and married Burton Still on June 28, 1944. She and Burton moved to Maine in 1954 and Dot continued to live there for 57 years. Dorothy worked for many years at Winthrop Drug and then at the Winthrop School cafeteria until her retirement., Mrs. Still loved to play card games, including cribbage. She enjoyed camping, playing BEANO and spending time with her grandchildren and her many friends. She was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary., Dorothy was predeceased by her husband, Burton in 1983; her parents; an infant daughter, Beverly; and three sisters., She is survived by her daughters, Joanne Frost and her husband, Mark, of Farmington and Pamela Carr of Farmington; her grandchildren, Jeff Carr, of Farmington, Hannah Carr of Tampa, Fla., Jon Frost and his wife, Sonya, of Canaan, and Jodi Frost of Farmington; five great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews., A graveside service will be held at 10 a.m. Monday, April 25, at the Maine Veterans' Memorial Cemetery, Civic Center Drive in Augusta., In lieu of flowers, take a ride on a beautiful day, have an ice cream and remember Dot., Dot's family would like to thank Winthrop Manor and Edgewood for the excellent care she received., Arrangements are in the care of Roberts Funeral Home, 62 Bowdoin St., Winthrop., Condolences may be sent to the family through www.khrfuneralhomes.com |
PRESQUE ISLE and BANGOR - Dorothy W. Drew passed away peacefully April 20, 2011, at Rowan Court, Barre, Vt., after a period of declining health, five days from her 89th birthday. She was born April 25, 1922, in Ashland, to the late Percy and Verna (Kneeland) Winslow. She moved to Presque Isle in her early years, where she was blessed with her sister, Marilyn's arrival in 1932. Dorothy attended Presque Isle schools and graduated from Presque Isle High School in 1939. She went on to study library science at Bates College, where she graduated in 1943. Later she graduated from Simmons in 1945. She then joined the U.S. Air Force and was instrumental in starting the first library at Presque Isle Air Force Base. Dorothy also was the head of Presque Isle Library from 1946 to 1948. On Oct. 16, 1948, she married Robert C. Drew, who predeceased her in September 1988. She resigned from the base in 1956 to begin her family. They moved to Bangor in 1959, where she resided on Silver Road for more than 40 years. There she made many lasting friendships. Dorothy was a member of All Souls Congregational Church for many years, Athena Club, Friends of Bangor Public Library and the No. 1 fan of the Bangor Daily News bowling team. She loved cats, book sales and ice cream. Dorothy loved spending time at Shin Pond with her extended family. She also spent many wonderful summer vacations on Prince Edward Island. In addition to her husband and parents, she was predeceased by her sister, Marilyn Dean, in 2008; and her brother-in-law, Perley Dean, in 2007. She is survived by her daughter, Susan Heim; son-in-law, Douglas; grandson, Joseph; and great-grandchildren, Zaccari and Kailey, all of Vermont. She also leaves a niece, Deborah Coito; two nephews, William Dean and John Dean and families, all of Maine; and several cousins. Calling hours will be held 11 a.m. until the time of service noon Tuesday at Duncan-Graves Funeral Home, Presque Isle. Interment will be immediately after at Fairmount Cemetery. Contributions in her memory may be made to Turner Memorial Library, 39 Second St., Presque Isle, ME 04769. |
PORTLAND - Elena Jasmir Lozada was born Nov. 26, 1985, in Queens, N.Y., and went home to be with her Lord and Savior at the age of 24. Elena was predeceased by her grandmother, Goldie Brantley of Queens, N.Y., and will be laid to rest with her. Elena lost her way in life at a young age, but she always had a heart for the Lord, as evidenced by the calls, cards and letters received throughout the years by her mom. Elena loved to laugh and smile, was an artist and enjoyed spending time with her family, especially during holidays. Left to grieve are her mother and father, Carrie and Randy Cronkite of Westfield; brothers, Keith Brantley of Washington state, Luis and sister-in-law, Margarita Lozada, of Brooklyn, N.Y., and Christopher Lozada of Queens, N.Y.; and sister, Bethany Lozada of Bangor. Also left to mourn are grandfather, Burnett Brantley of Brooklyn, N.Y.; grandmother, Millie Cronkite of Presque Isle; aunt, Jewell Rogers of Brooklyn, N.Y.; uncle, Bernie Brantley of Houston; aunt, Celeste and uncle, Gary Bent, of Brooklyn, N.Y.; aunt, Donna Knight of Hyde Park, Ill.; and aunt, Terri and uncle, Don Brundage, of Presque Isle. A special niece, Gaisa Luna, and a host of cousins and friends will also miss her. A celebration of Elena's life and a memorial service will be held 7 p.m. Friday, April 29, at The Family Christian Center, 112 Caribou Road, Presque Isle. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Drug Awareness, Education and Rehabilitation Fund at Family Christian Center, P.O. Box 632, Presque Isle, ME 04769. |
Tracy, Elwood M., 64, of South China died April 19 in Augusta. |
SOUTH CHINA -- Elwood M. Tracy, age 64, passed away on Tuesday, April 19, 2011, 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., He was a graduate of Hall-Dale High School in Hallowell, Class of 1966., He retired in 2009 from Central Maine Power Co. after 31 years of service as a lead rigger. He had also been employed by the City of Augusta as a grader operator., Elwood loved spending time with his family, especially with his grandchildren. Some of his favorite times were at the Forks with his hunting buddies., He is survived by his wife of 44 years, Marie Jeanne (Charest) Tracy; his two daughters, Michelle Kirmes and her husband, Scott, of Pennsylvania and Melissa Dowe and her husband, Donnie, of South China; four grandchildren, Alex, Andrew, Samantha and Riley; his twin brother, Linwood Tracy and his wife, Sandy, of West Gardiner; his sister, Ginger Merry and her husband, Cecil, of Smithfield; a brother, Tom Tracy and his wife, Angie, of Sidney; and a special nephew, Alfred Morin of Augusta; along with many in-laws, nieces, nephews and cousins., The family wishes to extend a sincere thank you to Drs. Khomani, Healey, Brassard and all their staff along with Carol Johnson, PA and the staff at MaineGeneral Oncology for the excellent care and compassion that they gave Elwood and his family., Relatives and friends may visit from 5 to 8 p.m. Sunday, April 24, at Plummer Funeral Home, 16 Pleasant St., Augusta. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Monday, April 25, at St. Augustine Catholic Church, Northern Avenue, Augusta., Following cremation, burial will be held at the convenience of the family., For those who wish to make a donation in Elwood's memory, please make them to: Harold Alfond Center for Cancer Care, c/o MaineGeneral Health, Office of Philanthropy, P.O. Box 828, Waterville, ME 04903-0828., Condolences to the family may be sent via the funeral home website at www.plummerfh.com. |
Stinson, Evelyn L., 96, of Wilton, died April 22 in Farmington. |
FARMINGTON -- Evelyn L. Stinson, 96, of Wilton, passed away early Friday morning, April 22, 2011, at Sandy River Care Center in Farmington, where she had been a resident for the past three years., Born Sept. 25, 1914, the daughter of Nelson and Olive Gilman in Wellington, she came to Wilton in 1924 when she was adopted by Otis and Gertrude Lincoln at the age of 9 years old. She graduated from Wilton Academy in the class of 1933., In 1937, she married Cecil B. Cox. They raised four children., Evelyn liked people, music, flowers and the birds in her back yard. She enjoyed sewing clothes for her children, knitting and doing handiwork. Many summers were spent at Porter Lake at the family camp as the children grew up. She loved her family dearly and had many longtime close friends. In later years, her cat, Tabby, was her constant loving companion. Tabby was always at her side., For many years, she operated a poultry business. In 1962, she met and married Howard A. Stinson of East Wilton. They built the Livermore Falls Roller Rink in 1966 and operated it for more than 12 years., She was a lifetime member of the First Congregational Church in Wilton. She was an honorary member of the Order of Eastern Star in Wilton, and she was a past worthy matron of the Order of Eastern Star 1938-1939. At the time, she was the youngest worthy matron the Order had ever had. Evelyn was also a member of the Wilton Day Extension of Franklin County for 55 years, past president and member of the Wiltona Club, GFWC. She was historian and honorary member of the Wiltona Club. Also, she was a member of the Wilton Historical Society and a longtime member of the Thimble Club. For a short time, she was a co-leader of a Wilton Girl Scout troop., In her later years, she attended Senior Plus where she enjoyed meals, entertainment and the companionship of her friends. Several winters she spent time in Venice, Fla., and enjoyed the activities at Country Club Estates. She enjoyed the many activities at Country Club Estates and always marveled at the lights across the water at a dear friend's house., She is survived by her daughters, Sandra Starbird, and her husband, Ted Dyke, of Wilton, and Nancy Morris and her husband, Malcolm "Mac" Morris, of Livermore Falls and Venice, Fla.; a son, Bertron Cox, and his wife, Gail, of Scarborough; one sister, Miriam Potter Wilbur, and her husband, Ray, of Readfield and Englewood, Fla.; two brothers, Nelson Gilman of Clyde, N.C., and Harland Varney and his wife, Joanne, of Vienna; seven grandchildren, Deb Anderson of Salem, N.H., Earl Young of Livermore, Cathy Smith of Rose Hill, Kan., Carrie Barnes of Jay, Tony Cox and Lauri Russo of Portland, and Jeff Cox of Standish. She also is survived by many great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; and several nieces and nephews., She was predeceased by four brothers, Jonathan Gilman, Carl Gilman, Otis Gilman and Donald Varney; three sisters, Inez Greenwood, Catherine Cain and Gertrude Spearin; her husband, Howard A. Stinson, in 1987; a daughter, Irene "Renie" Cox, in 2004, and a grandson, Charles "Chuck" Greeley, on April 19, 2008., Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Monday, April 25, 2011, at Wiles Remembrance Center, 136 High St., Wilton. Family and friends are invited to call one hour prior to the service. Interment will occur later in the spring at the Lakeview Cemetery in Wilton. Gifts may be given in her memory to the Sandy River Resident Council, c/o Sandy River Care Center, 119 Livermore Falls Road, Farmington, ME 04938., Words of condolence and tribute may be shared with Evelyn's family at www.wilesrc.com. |
DEXTER - Evelyn M. Reeks, 85, passed away April 21, 2011, surrounded by her daughter, son-in-law and granddaughters at a Bangor hospital. She was born June 22, 1925, in Dexter, a daughter of James and Nettie (Downs) Smith. Evelyn was employed at numerous woolen mills in the Dexter area and retired from Dexter Shoe Co. after 37 years. She was a member of, , American Legion Auxiliary and Daughters of Isabella at St. Anne's Catholic Church, where she was a communicant. She especially enjoyed gardening and her flowers. Being active outside brought her great joy, but her family was always her first priority and very important to her. Evelyn touched the hearts of many and will be remembered as a hard working, strong willed, determined individual who always was looking to help others and constantly put the needs of her family first. But most of all she will be remembered for her beautiful smile. She is survived by her daughter, Sharon and husband, Roland Ouellette, of Greenville; two granddaughters, Lorie and husband, Andre Hicks, of Westbrook and Wendy Ouellette of Portland; three great-grandchildren, Anthony and Isabella Hicks and Taydin Caletz-Ouellette; four brothers, Eugene and wife, Camilla Smith, Rusty and wife, Annette Smith, Jimmy Smith and John Smith; five sisters, Loraine Seliciani, Carol and husband, Reginald Lane, Gloria and husband, Merle Haskell, and Shirley Pooler; numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her first husband, Roland Dulac, in 1968; her second husband, Leonard Reeks; three brothers, Bob, Donald and Harold Smith; and three sisters, Josephine Bootley, Katherine Nichols and Frances Small. Friends may call 6-8 p.m. Tuesday at Crosby & Neal, 61 Main St., Dexter. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated 10 a.m. Wednesday, April 27, at St. Anne's Catholic Church, Dexter, with the Rev. Kent Ouellette officiating. Burial will be at Mount Pleasant Cemetery, Dexter. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to, , P.O. Box 1000, Dept. 142, Memphis, TN 38148-0142. Those who wish may leave written tributes at |
LEGASPI, FERNANDO C. - 77, April 22, 2011. Visitation, 6-8 p.m., April 24, Independent Death Care of Maine, 660 Brighton Ave., Portland & memorial service, 11 a.m., April 25. Interment, Brooklawn Memorial Park. |
Fernando C., Legaspi, 77, SCARBOROUGH -- Fernando C. Legaspi, 77, died on April 22, 2011, at Gosnell Memorial Hospice House., He was born in Cavite City, Philippines, on Jan. 25, 1934, the son of Francisco and Rosario (Calingal) Legaspi Sr. Fernando was raised in the Philippines, leaving to join the Navy during the Vietnam War. Later, he transferred to the Coast Guard and retired after 20 years of service to our country., He worked for a time at W.H. Nichols as a machinist in the tool room and was very proud that he was able to retire at the young age of 53. Fernando enjoyed his retirement and spent his time traveling, playing golf, and collecting 'choo-choo trains.' He shared a memorable trip to the Vatican with his sister Ramona. Fernando loved dining out, cooking, and tending his garden and fruit trees at his home in Florida for the past 23 years., Fernando, a devout Catholic, maintained his strong faith through prayer., He was predeceased by his parents; sister, Ramona of Bradenton, Fla.; and brother-in-law, Benny. He is survived by his son, Tracy Lee Simoneau (Judith) of Saco; siblings, Felicidad Trinanes of Cornish, Felixberto (Terisita) of Portland, Felicitas Crews (Jerry) of Rusking, Fla., Rosario Eperanza of Saco, Roberto Legaspi (Olive) of Sarasota, Fla., Federico Legaspi (Emmy) of Oakland, Calif., and Fransisco Legaspi Jr. (Linda) of Gorham; grandchildren, Mandy James of Steep Falls and Curtis Simoneau of Saco; four great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews., Visitation will be held from 6-8 p.m. on Sunday, April 24, at Independent Death Care of Maine, 660 Brighton Ave., Portland, where a memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, April 25. Interment with military honors will follow at Brooklawn Memorial Park. Arrangements are under the guidance of Independent Death Care, 660 Brighton Ave., Portland. To offer words of condolence, sign a guest book and share memories, go to the obituary page at, Fernando C. Legaspi |
GARLAND - Floyd E. Murray, 86, died April 22, 2011, at a Dexter health care facility. He was born Jan. 25, 1925, in Corinna, a son of Wilfred Joseph and Grace (Giles) Murray. He attended Corinna schools and moved to Garland at age 17. He married the former Beulah Green July 30, 1949. She predeceased him Sept. 22, 1992. Floyd was employed for 44 years at Fay-Scott Landis Machine Shop, Dexter, retiring in 1987. He was a charter member of Garland Fire Department, a member of Pacific Lodge No. 64 Masons and a past patron of Wassokeag Chapter No. 44 Order of the Eastern Star. He is survived by his five children, Patricia and husband, Joseph Frank, of Fayetteville, Tenn., Dale and husband, Howard Thompson, of Madison, Ga., Gary and wife, Carmen Murray, of Lynnville, Iowa, Dorene and husband, Danny Adams, of Garland and Wilfred A. and wife, Barbara Murray, of Dexter; seven brothers, Darrell of Dexter, Mervin and Kenneth Sr., both of Garland, Royce and wife, Norma, of Utah, Jerry of Clinton, Richard of Sangerville and Wilfred Joseph Jr. of Hartland; three sisters, Pauline Getchell of Falmouth, Charlotte Wright of Derry, N.H., and Margaret Thurston of Sangerville; 18 grandchildren, 29 great-grandchildren and one great-great-granddaughter; several brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law; as well as many nieces and nephews. Friends may call 6-8 p.m. Monday, April 25, at Crosby & Neal, 61 Main St., Dexter, where funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Tuesday. Burial will be at Evergreen Cemetery, Garland. Those who wish may make memorial donations to Garland Fire Department, P.O. Box 36, Garland, ME 04939. Those who wish may leave written condolences at |
LIBBY, FREDERICK A. SR. - 89, of Phippsburg, April 21, 2011. Visiting hours, 6-8 p.m., April 25, David E. Desmond & Son Funeral Home, 638 High St., Bath. Celebration of life, 3:30 p.m., April 26, gymnasium of Phippsburg Elementary School, Route 209, Phippsburg. Burial, Morningside Cemetery. Reception, Phippsburg Sportsman's Club, Route 209, Phippsburg. |
WILLIAMS, GRACE A. DAVENPORT - 84, April 21, 2011. Visiting hours, 4-6 p.m., April 24, Dolby Funeral Chapel, 434 River Rd., Windham & funeral service, 12 p.m., Monday. Interment, Forest City Cemetery, South Portland. |
Grace A. Davenport Williams, 84, PORTLAND -- Grace A. Davenport Williams, 84, of Forest Avenue, went to the arms of her Lord on April 21, 2011, at Maine Medical Center. Born on July 18, 1926, in Phillips, she was the daughter of Ronald and Eunice Walsh. She had a joyful life on the farm in Phillips as a child., After her marriage to John Newton Davenport on June 10, 1942, they moved to Portland. They had four children, John, Linda, Teresa and Gene., She worked as a housekeeper for many years and cared very much for those families. At age 62, she retired and devoted her remaining years to her family and her church, Little Falls Baptist Church in Gorham., On Dec. 13, 1977, she married Albert (Monk) Williams and had five stepchildren, Carolyn, Paul, Theresa, Craig and Mark and loved them like her own children., She was predeceased by John, Albert, Linda, Paul and Craig. Surviving her are her sons, John Davenport and his wife Ann, Gene Davenport and his wife Becky, her daughter, Teresa Earley; her stepchildren, Carolyn, Theresa and Mark; and her sister, Hazel Gordon. She was lovingly known as Nana by her surviving grandchildren; great-grandchildren and great-great-granddaughter., Visiting hours will be held from 4-6 p.m. on Sunday, April 24, 2011, at the Dolby Funeral Chapel, 434 River Rd., Windham. A funeral service will be held at 12 p.m. on Monday at the chapel. Interment will be on the family lot at Forest City Cemetery, South Portland. Online condolences may be left at, In lieu of flowers, contributions in her memory may be made to:, Little Falls Baptist Church, 746 Gray Rd., Gorham, Maine 04038, Grace A. Davenport Williams |
SWANVILLE - Helen Katherine (Friss) Ingles, 85, passed away April 20, 2011, at a Bangor hospital after a short illness. She was born Nov. 9, 1925, in Hudson, N.Y., daughter of the late Gordon and Minnie (Coons) Friss. On Nov. 17, 1945, she married Raymond J. Ingles in Belfast. In her younger years she worked in retail five and dime stores, and for many years stitched shoes for Truitt Brothers, Belfast. She was active in TOPS, and enjoyed cats, flowers and gardening, and 31 years of living on Swan Lake. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her sisters, Irene Aulabaugh, Sandra Johnson and Carole Beaumont. Helen is survived by her husband, Raymond; her beloved son, Robert and his wife, Mary Anne (Willette) Ingles; her grandson, Matthew R. Ingles and his wife, Martha (Hurlbert) Ingles; her granddaughter, Laura E. Ingles, all of Bangor; her brothers, Richard of Washington state and Robert of New York; as well as nephews, Raymond Abbott and his wife, Pam, and Arthur Abbott and his wife, Joanne. Her smile will be missed by her many friends, especially Bunny Cook, Charlotte Kerrigan, Joan Peterson and Alice Brier. A funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday, April 26, at Crabiel-Riposta Funeral Home, 182 Waldo Ave., Belfast. In lieu of flowers, please make donations in Helen's memory to Townline Animal Shelter, 46 Baker Road, Belfast, ME 04915. Online condolences may be offered to the family at |
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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. |
JONESPORT - Hugh Wines Hopkins, 94, passed away April 22, 2011, at a Machias health care facility. He was born Nov. 15, 1916, in Manorville, N.Y., the son of John B. Hopkins and Ione Raynor Hopkins. Hugh moved with his family to Maine from Long Island, N.Y., in his early teens, and continued his education in Jonesport. He later joined the Coast Guard in 1939, and was honorably discharged in 1945. After being involved in the service, he worked as a merchant mariner for Standard Oil in New Jersey. He eventually worked for the city of Bangor, where he retired in 1983. Hugh returned to Jonesport and built a small log cabin where he resided for many years. The final years of his life were spent at Machias Veterans Home, where he lived contentedly in the care of its excellent staff. Hugh was an avid gardener, hunter and fisherman. Hugh could also spin a good yarn with his eventful and exciting storytelling. He is survived by his brother, William Hopkins and wife, Gloria, of Holden; his niece, Patricia Hopkins Miller and husband, Paul, of Dedham; special cousin, Nina Aiston and husband, Phillip, of Milton, Vt.; special nieces, Beth Miller-Drake and her daughter, Kaitlin, of Dedham; niece, Lynne Miller Saucier and her husband, Jim, and son, Jonathan, of Brewer; and nephew, John Miller and his wife, Erika, and their children, Sadye, Colby, Jaycob and Baylee, of Dedham. He was predeceased by his parents; and his brother, John Hopkins and wife, Minerva. A graveside service will be held 2 p.m. Tuesday, April 26, at Greenwood Cemetery, Jonesport. In lieu of flowers, contributions to Care, UNICEF or Pine Tree Society for Handicapped Children would be greatly appreciated. A service of Bragdon-Kelley Funeral Homes. Condolences may be sent at |
J. Loretta 'Sis', (Beaulieu), McLellan, 78, WINDHAM -- J. Loretta McLellan, 78, of Windham, died on April 20, 2011, after a courageous nine year battle with Alzheimer's. Loretta passed away peacefully at the Ledgewood Manor in Windham., She was born on Aug. 19, 1932, in Madawaska, the daughter of late Sam and Laura Beaulieu. She was the second oldest of four siblings. On May 2, 1952, she married Wesley Merton McLellan, who survives her., She graduated from Windham High School in Windham in 1951. Before marriage, she worked at Benoit's and later in the 1960s worked at Sylvania., She lovingly raised four children, Bruce, Crystal, Judy and Michael; and adored her 11 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren., Her interest included crocheting, playing accordion and organ, gardening, knowing all the scientific names for plants and flowers, bird watching, picking wild berries and nuts, dancing (night and day), sky watching (day and night), psychology, drawing, making good home cooking, and baking the best chocolate chip cookies EVER., She is survived by her husband, Wesley Merton McLellan; brother Edward Beaulieu; her son Bruce McLellan and his wife Sandra Hodgdon, her daughter Crystal Copp and her husband Donald Copp, her daughter Judy Cronan and her husband Allen Cronan, her son Michael and his wife Suzanne McLellan; grandchildren, Justin McLellan, Ryan Cronan, Joshua McLellan, Jessica McLellan, Brandy Cobbett (Jeff) Janel Copp Peterson (Andy), Margaret McLellan, Jake McLellan, Jarrod McLellan, Kevin McLellan and Julia McLellan. She is also survived by friends, Laura Rhodes, Lucy Seile, Polly Varney and Marilyn Kennie. Loretta was preceded in death by her dad and mom, Sam and Laura Beaulieu; brother John Beaulieu, brother Phillip Beaulieu; and friend, Georgia (Steeves) Therio., Visiting hours will be from 6-8 p.m. on Monday, April 25, 2011, at the Dolby Funeral Chapel, 434 River Rd., Windham. A graveside service will be at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, April 26, 2011, at Arlington Cemetery, Windham. Following the graveside service a reception will follow at the Masonic Hall Presumpscot Lodge, 964 River Rd., Windham. Online condolences may be made to, In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting donations in name of Loretta McLellan to the, following charities:, Ledgewood Manor - Activity Fund, 200 Tandberg Trail, Windham, Maine 04062, or Alzheimer's Foundation of America, Maine Chapter, 322 Eighth Ave., 7th Floor, New York, New York 10001, by phone 1-866-232-8484, or online at memorial site:, afa/fundraisers/memorial1.aspx. |
BUCKSPORT - James "Hammer" Fernald Jr., 81, died unexpectedly April 21, 2011, at his home. He was born in Boston, the son of James J. and Louise Fernald Sr. He was a finish carpenter and dry wall expert in Chatham, Mass., and Bucksport for many years. He played in the Cape Cod baseball league for 12 years, and settled in Maine 30 years ago. James is survived by his wife, Mary (Coulter) Fernald of Bucksport; children, Shelly Robbins and Dale of Searsport, Cathina Black and Steve of Bucksport, Scott Fernald and Laura of Bucksport, James Fernald III and Carol of Yarmothport, Mass., Karen Moore and Jerry of Chatham, Mass., Patricia Gyolai and David of Rifle, Colo., Pamela Bunting of Bucksport and Esther Shinn of Bucksport; 14 grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren; brother, Richard Grout of Quincy, Mass.; several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his daughter, Sheri Lee Fernald. A gathering will be held 1 p.m. Sunday, April 24, at Frankfort Congregational Church Vestry, Frankfort. Arrangements by Mitchell-Tweedie Funeral Home, 28 Elm St., Bucksport. |
PRESQUE ISLE - Jane H. (Shaw) Olore passed away April 21, 2011, surrounded by her loving family. Jane was born July 18, 1932, in Presque Isle, the daughter of the late Otis and Hannah Shaw. Jane grew up on a farm on Houlton Road, Presque Isle, where she loved to help her father with the aspects of running a farm and attending the farm animals. She met and married Hugo A. Olore Jr. in Presque Isle, where they raised three children. She loved spending time with her family, gardening, feeding birds and wild animals, doing crossword puzzles and scratch tickets. Jane was known for her wonderful sense of humor and loved collecting various items which she relished recounting her escapades to family and friends. She was an amazing cook and her family constantly badgered her to make her many fine dishes and desserts. She enjoyed many trips to Italy, where she always asked Italian family members how crops were grown in Europe and how food dishes were produced. Jane was a hard worker and had many jobs, including being the elected Presque Isle warden for elections for many years, volunteering at St. John's Episcopal Church, The Aroostook Medical Center and various charities. Jane was a devoted wife, mother, nanny and friend. She was the lead cheerleader at her children's sporting events and always volunteered to help with projects at her children's schools. She is survived by her loving husband, Hugo of Presque Isle; two sons and their wives, Timothy and Carole Olore of Presque Isle and Stephen and Tawny of Orlando, Fla.; and two special grandchildren, Nicolas and Sophia Olore of Orlando, Fla. Jane is also survived by her Abyssinian cat, Sadie Ann, who watched over her throughout her illness. She was predeceased by her beloved daughter, Rebecca Olore. Friends and family may call 6-8 p.m. Monday, April 25, at Duncan-Graves Funeral Home, Presque Isle. Funeral services will be held 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, April 26, at St. John's Episcopal Church, Presque Isle. In lieu of flowers, those who wish may donate in her memory to St. John's Episcopal Church, P.O. Box 8, Presque Isle, ME 04769 or Presque Isle Animal Shelter, 24 Cross St., Presque Isle, ME 04769. For an online memory book and to leave condolences, please visit |
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. |
Loubier, Jeanne d'Arc "Jane," 90, died April 19 in Augusta. |
AUGUSTA -- Jeanne d'Arc "Jane" Loubier, age 90, died Tuesday, April 19, 2011, at MaineGeneral Medical Center, Augusta campus, following a long illness., She was born in St. George, Canada, on Nov. 29, 1920, a daughter of the late Charles and Anna (Blais) Poulin., Mrs. Loubier was a communicant of St. Augustine Catholic Church in Augusta., She is survived by her husband, Joseph Guay Felix Loubier of Augusta; a daughter, Doris H. Loubier of Augusta as well as several nieces and nephews., There will be no public visiting hours. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, April 26, at Plummer Funeral Home, 16 Pleasant St., Augusta. Burial will follow in Holy Family Cemetery, Townsend Road, Augusta., Condolences to the family may be sent via the funeral home website at www.plummerfh.com. |
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. |
CROCKETT, JOHN FREDERICK - 59, of Portland, formerly of Machias, April 20, 2011. Services private. Advantage Funeral & Cremation Services of Portland, 981 Forest Ave., Portland. |
PORTLAND - John Frederick Crockett, 59, formerly of Machias, passed away April 20, 2011, after a brief illness. John was born Sept. 5, 1959, in Machias, son of the late Clyde and Katherine A. (Foss) Crockett. He attended schools in Machias and was a member of Machias Memorial High School, Class of 1969. John was a meat cutter by trade and was well known in the Machias area before working at Paul's Grocer, Portland. The past few years he was employed at the Salvation Army Shelter, Preble Street, as a jack-of-all-trades maintenance man. John was passionate about woodworking and loved the light pine finish. He also collected stamps and greatly enjoyed outdoor activities, especially the times spent at Bog Lake. John was also a great storyteller, who captivated his audiences. He is survived by his two daughters, Laura C. Blake and her husband, Rob, of Hampden and Abby C. Gray and Todd of Marshfield; and their mother, Diane C. (Altmannsberger) Crockett of Machias. He also leaves his four grandchildren, Keenan, Ryley, Allison and Jillian; as well as his sister, Helen Wass of Cherryfield; and his nephew, Kenny Melillo of Guilford, Conn. He will be sadly missed by not only his family, but his many great friends in Machias and at the Salvation Army ARC. John was the father of the late Matthew A. Crockett, who passed away in 1979. Services will be private and arranged by the family. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to the Salvation Army ARC, 30 Warren Ave., Portland, ME 04103. Arrangements are under the direction of Advantage Funeral & Cremation Services of Portland, 981 Forest Ave., Portland. For additional information and to sign John's guest book, please visit |
John Frederick, Crockett, 59, PORTLAND -- John Frederick Crockett, 59, of Portland and formerly of Machias, passed away on April 20, 2011, after a brief illness., John was born in Machias on Sept. 5, 1959, the son on the late Clyde and Katherine A. (Foss) Crockett. He attended schools in Machias and was a member of the Machias Memorial High School graduating class of 1969., John was a meat cutter by trade and was well known in the Machias area before working at Paul's Grocer in Portland. The past few years he was employed at the Salvation Army Shelter on Preble Street as a 'jack of all trades' maintenance man., John was passionate about woodworking and loved the light pine finish. He also collected stamps and greatly enjoyed outdoor activities, especially the times spent at Bog Lake. John was also a great storyteller who captivated his audiences., He is survived by his two daughters, Laura C. Blake and her husband Rob of Hampden, and Abby C. Gray and Todd of Marshfield; and their mother, Diane C. (Altmannsberger) Crockett of Machias. He also leaves his four grandchildren, Keenan, Ryley, Allison and Jillian; as well as his sister, Helen Wass of Cherryfield; and his nephew, Kenny Melillo of Guilford, Conn. John was also the father of the late Matthew A. Crockett, who passed away in 1979. He will be sadly missed by not only his family, but his many great friends in Machias and at the Salvation Army ARC., Services will be private and arranged by the family. Arrangements are under the direction of Advantage Funeral & Cremation Services of Portland, 981 Forest Ave., Portland. Please visit, for additional information and to sign John's guest book., In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory can be made to:, Salvation Army ARC, 30 Warren Ave., Portland, Maine 04103, John Frederick Crockett |
HOLDEN - John Jesse McDonald, "Johnny Mac," 68, died April 20, 2011, with his son and siblings by his side at an Augusta hospital. He was born Aug. 22, 1942, in Bangor, the son of George Angus McDonald Sr. and Ida (Mayo) McDonald. John graduated from Brewer High School in 1960. He was also a graduate of Higgins Classical Institute and attended Husson College for two years before he was drafted in 1966. John enlisted in the, and served during the, from 1967 to 1970. He was stationed at Dow Air Force Base, Labrador, and Merced, Calif. He then finished his education at Long Beach Community College. John remained in California for 14 years, where he had his son with wife, Suzanne (Dow). During that time he was employed by Hi Shear Corp. & Kierulff Electronics. John drove his beloved Jaguar cross-country to Maine to open Johnny Mac's. He is remembered for his many "ridge parties." He was also a sponsor for many ice fishing derbies, snowball softball games and English Mark dart tournaments. He was a member of the Elks, Eagles and American Legion. During his retirement John spent much of his time at Upper Lead Mountain Pond and at home on his Massey Harris tractor. He is survived by his son, Michael and wife, Lori, and grandson, Jake Dean, of Standish; "brother," Margaret Joyal and husband, Rod, of Eddington; brothers, George and wife, Teresa, and James and wife, Irene, all of Holden, and Joseph of Bangor; many nieces and nephews; as well as special friends, Richard Inman of Brewer, Ron "Squeaky" Blanchard of Holden and Ronnie Erving of Florida. A special thanks to Togas VA Medical Center, SCU and especially to Brenda for her kindness. Friends are welcome to call 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, April 26, at Brookings-Smith, Brewer Chapel, 55 South Main St., Brewer, where a memorial service will be held 10 a.m. Wednesday, April 27, with the Rev. Robert T. Carlson officiating. Interment will be held at Maine Veterans Cemetery, Augusta, at a later date. Those wishing to remember John in a special way may make gifts in his name to Special Olympics of Maine, 125 John Roberts Road, Suite 19, South Portland, ME 04106. Condolences to the family may be expressed at |
MCDONALD, JOHN JESSE - 68, of Holden, April 20, 2011. Call, 6-8 p.m., April 26, Brookings - Smith Brewer Chapel, 55 South Main St., Brewer & memorial service, 10 a.m., April 27. Interment, Maine Veterans Cemetery, Augusta, at a later date. |
John Jesse McDonald 'Johnny Mac,' 68, HOLDEN -- John Jesse McDonald, 'Johnny Mac,' 68, of Holden, died on April 20, 2011, at an Augusta hospital with his son and siblings by his side., He was born in Bangor on Aug. 22, 1942, the son of George Angus McDonald Sr. and Ida (Mayo) McDonald. John graduated from Brewer High School in 1960. He was also a graduate of Higgins Classical Institute and attended Husson College for two years before he was drafted in 1966. John enlisted in the USAF, he served during the, from 1967-1970. He was stationed at Dow Air Force Base, Labrador, and Merced, Calif. He then finished his education at Long Beach Community College. John remained in California for 14 years where he had his son with wife Suzanne (Dow). During that time he was employed by Hi Shear Corporation & Kierulff Electronics., John drove his beloved Jaguar cross country to Maine to open Johnny Mac's. He is remembered for his many 'ridge parties,' he was also a sponsor for many ice fishing derbies, snowball softball games, and English Mark dart tournaments. He was a member of the Elks, Eagles and the American Legion. During his retirement John spent much of his time at Upper Lead Mountain Pond and at home on his Massey Harris tractor., He is survived by his son Michael, wife Lori, and grandson Jake Dean of Standish; 'Brother' Margaret Joyal and husband Rod of Eddington; brothers, George and wife Teresa, and James and wife Irene, all of Holden, and Joseph of Bangor; many nieces and nephews; as well as special friends, Richard Inman of Brewer, Ron 'Squeaky' Blanchard of Holden and Ronnie Erving of Florida., A special thanks to Togas VA Hospital, SCU and especially to Brenda for her kindness., Friends are welcome to call from 6-8 p.m. on Tuesday, April 26, at Brookings - Smith Brewer Chapel, 55 South Main St., Brewer, where a memorial service will be held at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, April 27, with the Rev. Robert T. Carlson, officiating. Interment will be held at the Maine Veterans Cemetery, Augusta, at a later date. Condolences to the family may be expressed at, Those wishing to remember John in a special way may make, gifts in his name to:, Special Olympics of Maine, 125 John Roberts Rd., Suite 19, S. Portland, Maine 04106, John Jesse McDonald |
Josiah Knowles Adams III, LEWISTON -- Josiah Knowles Adams III departed this world on April 11, 2011, at the end of a brave battle with cancer., Josiah was born on April 28, 1942, in San Francisco, Calif., the eldest child of Josiah Knowles Adams Jr. of Scarborough, and the late Joyce Searls Adams of Phippsburg. After WWII Josiah's parents emigrated from the West Coast, where they had grown up, to the East, where he and his siblings were raised. From earliest childhood Josiah displayed a fearless, independent and venturesome temperament and a brilliant mind., At Woodstock Country School in Vermont he developed intense interests in music and science, interests that persisted through his lifetime. He was a skilled pianist and involved in choral singing; at Woodstock he added the organ to his activities. He pursued these interests next at Marlboro College and in later years developed an interest in art, becoming an accomplished graphic artist., A latter day Renaissance Man, he might have been outstanding in any of these fields of interest. But he discovered that teaching high school aged youngsters gave fullest expression to his talents. He taught first, for eight years, at St. John's Episcopal School in Puerto Cortes, Honduras. For his outstanding contributions there he received honorary Honduran citizenship., In the following years the continued success of his former students meant a great deal to him, kept abreast as he was through a lively correspondence, voluminous once the internet became available., Returning to the states, he taught for many years up to the present at Elan School in Poland Spring. Among the courses he taught were Physics, Chemistry, Organic Chemistry,, Josiah Knowles Adams III, Astronomy, History of Music and Philosophy, and he played important roles in designing the curriculum and in college advising., Wherever he taught word traveled quickly among students that, coming through at the end of one his courses, one was a different person, enriched by something new and abiding. He taught with intense discipline, organization, enthusiasm and deep knowledge. His demands of students were high, those for himself also; for example, he taught himself classical Greek that he might understand Plato better. He considered it an essential duty of being a teacher to know his students well, and frequently this commitment led to strong friendships with students and their parents., Accompanying his deep commitment as a teacher were his penetrating wit and a relish for the latest developments in popular culture and computer technology, all of which stood him well among his students, to whom, however, he never pandered., He is survived by his father Josiah; his sister Phoebe of Kutztown, Pa., by his brothers, Peter of Burlington, Vt., John of Boxford, Mass., Samuel of Weston, Conn.; by his daughter Oona Adams; and his granddaughter Sadie of Brooklyn, N.Y., As well as an intensely public-spirited teacher, Josiah was a private person who avoided attempts to draw attention to him. Rather, his profound instinct is expressed by the saying 'By their works ye shall know them.' His memorial is the enriched lives of the many young people he taught and nurtured., Donations may be made, in Josiah's name to:, Hospice House, 236 Stetson Rd., Auburn, Maine 04210 |
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 |
PRESQUE ISLE - Kathleen L. Antworth, 86, wife of the late Gerald B. Antworth, died early Wednesday morning, April 20, 2011, at a Van Buren nursing home. She was born April 6, 1925, in Summerfield, New Brunswick, the daughter of Merrill and Amy (Green) Gee. Kathleen worked as a stitcher at Aroostook Shoe, Presque Isle, for a number of years. She is survived by a son, Gregory M. Antworth of Old Orchard Beach; a daughter, JoAnne Felch of Colorado Springs, Colo.; two sisters, Dorothy Bell of Shediac, New Brunswick, and Vivian Clark of Albion; and three grandchildren, Tracy Mae, Kathleen and Hank Felch. She was predeceased by her husband; and a brother, Frank M. Gee. A graveside service will be held 1 p.m. Monday, April 25, at Fairmount Cemetery, Presque Isle, with Pastor Wes Lavigne officiating. Online condolences may be expressed at |
EAST MILLINOCKET and MEDWAY - Mary Ethel Giberson, 92, died April 22, 2011, at her daughter's home. She was born Oct. 17, 1918, in Sherman Station, the daughter of Charles and Ella (Rush) Kelley. Mary was a graduate of St. Joseph's Academy, Portland, and St. Elizabeth's Hospital School of Nursing, Brighton, Mass. She was a communicant of St. Peter's Catholic Church, East Millinocket. She was a member of Daughters of Isabella, St. Ann's Circle for more than 50 years. She also belonged to Legion of Mary. Mary is survived by three sons, Robert and wife, Monica, of Texas, Charles and wife, Karen, of East Millinocket and John and wife, Carolyn, of Steep Falls; three daughters, Ella and husband, Alfred Theriault, of East Millinocket, Barbara and husband, Ronald Waite, of Millinocket and Margaret and husband, Dale Fiske, of Medway; 12 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren with a 12th soon expected; one great-great-grandchild; many nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, Mary was predeceased by her husband, George; a daughter, Theresa; brothers, Charles Kelley, Joseph Kelley, James Kelley and George Kelley; and a daughter-in-law, Francis Giberson. Mary will be remembered as a loving and devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend. The family thanks the hospice workers of Community Health and Counseling, and especially Donna and Devin. Friends are invited to visit with the family 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Sunday, May 1, at Lamson Funeral Home, 17 Western Ave., East Millinocket, where the officers and members of Daughters of Isabella, St. Ann's Circle will say the Rosary 3 p.m. A Mass of Christian burial will be held 10 a.m. Monday, May 2, at St. Peter's Catholic Church of Christ the Divine Mercy Parish, 58 Cedar St., East Millinocket, with the Rev. Joel Cyr, pastor, presider. Interment will be at East Millinocket Cemetery. Arrangements are by Lamson Funeral Home, East Millinocket. Messages of condolence may be expressed at |
ASHLAND - Mary M. (Theriault) Beaulier, 93, peaceably went to be with her Lord early Wednesday morning, April 20, 2011, at a Houlton hospital. She was born March 11, 1918, in Ashland, the daughter of William and Olive (Carney) Theriault. Mary's mother died when she was an infant and she was lovingly accepted into the home of Frank and Darimene (Belanger) Berube. She was a member of Saint Mark's Catholic Church, Ashland, and was a resident of Ashland all her life. She was predeceased by her husband, Wilfred J. Beaulier, Sept. 8, 1986. They did have the wonderful opportunity to celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary in December, just months before his death. Mary and her husband farmed together for many years. She would cut all his seed by hand and ride the planter whenever Wilfred needed her. Wilfred was also relieved when Mary would agree to drive truck during harvest. He trusted she would "take it easy" on his truck and therefore not have to worry about breaking down during this busy time of year. Mary's take off technique wasn't very smooth, consequently, the person trying to roll the barrel en route, on the back of the truck body, would really have to know how to brace his feet! One fall during harvest break, a young high school student named Peter Paradis received extra practice, but always with a smile on his face. Mary would leave very early in the morning in the green rambler station wagon to pick up the school children in Portage who helped bring in the fall harvest. Those wonderful, hard-working students nicknamed their transportation "the green submarine." This was one of many songs they sang while Mary was trying to keep the car on the road! Mary also worked for Taterstate beginning in 1959 and retired from McCains in 1980. She enjoyed her work and the opportunity to meet many new friends. One of Mary's favorite things to do was pick wild strawberries that grew on their farm. She would place her straw hat on her head and walk through the field road to get to her "special" spot. In quiet solitude she would spend hours soaking in the sunshine, diligently filling her large bowl. Occasionally she would stop long enough to pull her harmonica from her pocket to play a tune, just in case there might be a curious bear peering from a distance. Mom, we will miss you very much, but we rejoice with you as you experience joy unspeakable. Mary is survived by two daughters, Ann J. Sutherland and her husband, Jim, of Laguna Beach, Calif., and Linda M. Palmer and her husband, Donald, of Ashland; four granddaughters, Laurie, Connie, Pamela and Amy; two grandsons, Gary and Travis; four great-granddaughters, Julia Rose, Molly Amber, Grace Leslie and Ada May; and three great-grandsons, Jack Palmer, Logan Clark and Nathan Joseph. In addition to her husband, Mary was predeceased by six sisters, Rose M. Thibodeau, Rosanna LeFrance, Isabelle Dumais, Elsie Morin, Oztie Theriault and Cecile Cloukey. The family thanks everyone at Madigan Estates for the care that was given during the last year of her life. There will be no calling hours or formal ceremony. The family will be honoring her life later this spring with a graveside celebration with individual scripture readings and releasing balloons to symbolize her departure from Earth to begin her new life in heaven. Donations in her memory may be made to Catholic Charities Maine, 14 Old Van Buren Road, P.O. Box 748, Caribou, ME 04736. Arrangements are a service of Stimson-Ouellette Funeral Home, 114 Exchange St., Ashland. To leave online condolences, please visit |
NORTON, MICAH ALLEN - of Portland, in Portland, April 19, 2011. Services, 1 p.m., April 26, First Baptist Church, Canco Rd., Portland & celebration of life & pot luck gathering to follow. Hobbs Funeral Home, 230 Cottage Rd., South Portland. |
Micah Allen Norton, PORTLAND -- Micah Allen Norton 'Micah Mic,' of Portland, passed away in Portland on Tuesday, April 19, 2011., He was born on Sept. 8, 2010, at Maine Medical Center in Portland, the son of Crystal Ann Jarvais and Zackery G. Norton., He was such a happy baby even when he was sick. He loved his blue blanket and his blue elephant, and seemed to always enjoy pulling Momma and big sisters hair., Micah will be remembered for his big smile..., He was predeceased by his great- grandmother, Patricia Ann Jarvais in 2008. He is survived by his parents; big sister, Merisa Norton; grandparents, Nicky and Stephen Quimby of Gray, Cheryl and Vince Allen of Mesa, Ariz., Thomas A Jarvais Jr. of Portland, Susan Bradford of Gray; many aunts, uncles; cousins and great- grandparents., Services will be at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, April 26, at the First Baptist Church, Canco Road, Portland, where a celebration of life will follow after the service with a pot luck gathering. Arrangements by the Hobbs Funeral Home, 230 Cottage Rd., South Portland., Micah Allen Norton |
HALL, MICHELE LEE - 34, of Sebago Lake, April 12, 2011, in Portland. Committal service, April 25, 2 p.m., Greenwood Cemetery, Biddeford. Dennett, Craig & Pate Funeral Home. |
MILLINOCKET - Mihail A. Margaronis, 60, passed away peacefully April 21, 2011, surrounded by his loving family at a Brewer health care facility. He was born March 2, 1951, in Greece, the son of Antonios M. and Evangelia C. Margaronis. Mike was a mechanical engineer and served in the Greek Merchant Marines on tankers. He came to the United States in 1976 and worked for Maine Maritime Academy. Mike was an entrepreneur and owned several businesses during his lifetime. In 1981 he went to work for Great Northern Paper Co. and truly enjoyed living in the Millinocket area. He had a magnetic personality and love of life that drew people to him from all walks of life and from all over the world. Mike was a very active and devoted member of St. George Greek Orthodox Church, Bangor, since his arrival in the U.S. Mihail will be remembered as a devoted and loving father, Papou, companion and friend. Mike is survived by his beloved companion, Elizabeth H. Cherneski; his treasured children, Reta-Maria Margaronis-Frekot and husband, Jason C. Frekot, Antonios M. Margaronis and Eleni O. Margaronis; a granddaughter, Sophia I. Frekot; three sisters in Greece and many dear friends. He was predeceased by his parents and a brother. Family and friends may visit 7-8 p.m. Tuesday, April 26, at Hampden-Gilpatrick Funeral Home, 45 Western Ave., Hampden, where a Trisagion service will be conducted 7:30 p.m. Family and friends may also visit from 9 a.m. until the time of funeral service at 11 a.m. Wednesday, April 27, at St. George Greek Orthodox Church, 90 Sanford St., Bangor; the Rev. Father Adam Metropoulos will officiate. Interment will be at Mount Hope Cemetery, Bangor. In keeping with Mihail's love of his church and faith, memorial gifts in his memory may be made to St. George Greek Orthodox Church Memorial Fund, 90 Sanford St., Bangor, ME 04401. Messages of condolence and memories may be shared through |
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. |
THOMPSON, PAULA SHIMINSKI - 57, of Damariscotta, April 21, 2011. Funeral Mass, April 27, 11 a.m., St. Patrick's Catholic Church, Newcastle. Strong- Hancock Funeral Home, 612 Main St., Damariscotta. |
Paula Shiminski Thompson, 57, DAMARISCOTTA -- Paula Shiminski Thompson, 57, of Damariscotta, passed away on the morning of April 21, 2011, at her home surrounded by family., A funeral Mass will be held on Wednesday, April 27, at 11 a.m., at the St. Patrick's Catholic Church in Newcastle. Arrangements are under the direction and care of the Strong-Hancock Funeral Home, 612 Main St., Damariscotta. Condolences, and messages for the family, may be expressed by visiting:, In lieu of flowers, donations, may be made to:, The Maine Cancer Foundation, 970 Baxter Blvd., Suite 204, Portland, Maine 04103 |
FIELD, PETER E. SR. - 76, of Portland, April 19, 2011. Visiting hours, Independent Death Care of Maine, 660 Brighton Ave., Portland, April 25, 2-4 & 6-8 p.m. & prayers, 9 a.m., April 26. Memorial Mass, 10 a.m., St. Pius X Church, 492 Ocean Ave., Portland. |
Peter E. Field Sr., 76, PORTLAND -- Peter E. Field Sr., of Portland, passed away at the age of 76 on April 19, 2011. He spent his final days at the Gosnell Memorial Hospice House in Scarborough surrounded by his family., Peter was born in Portland on Jan. 6, 1935, to his parents Larry Field and Angelina (Caiazzo) Lozier and was the third of five children. He grew up attending local schools where he excelled artistically while working several jobs at the same time. He graduated from Portland High School in 1953., On Sept. 6, 1958, Peter married his wife Sarah Sabatino. They had three children, Joanna Coey, Peter Field Jr., and Vicky Cichon., Peter was extremely generous, caring, outgoing, and always on the move. He loved every holiday and was like a real life Santa Claus giving to friends, family, and children who would otherwise go without. He also enjoyed his career as a salesman and was honored to earn the Bell Ringer of the year award. His friends and family loved listening to his stories and jokes- he truly had a knack for making people laugh. He always carried pictures of his grandchildren and great-grandchildren to show friends and almost everyone he met. His family was his pride and joy., Peter was predeceased by his brothers, James Field and Robert Field; and his beloved and faithful Boston terrier, 'Jock.' He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Sarah Field; his children, Joanna Coey and her husband Geno of Casco, Peter Field Jr. and his wife Kimberly of Tampa, Fla., and Vicky Cichon of Tampa, Fla.; his sisters, Cynthia Beattie and Beverly Prescott; grandchildren, Nicolle Field, Nathan Field, Brittany Cichon, Alex Field, Dylan Field, and Tyler Field; his great-grandchildren, Keirstan Field and Calvin Lakari; and several nieces and nephews., Peter will be greatly missed by his family and friends., Peter's family would like to thank the staff at the Gosnell Memorial Hospice House for being so caring, supportive and kind during his final days., Visiting hours will be held at Independent Death Care of Maine, 660 Brighton Ave., Portland, on Monday, April 25, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Prayers will be recited at 9 a.m. on Tuesday, April 26, 2011, at the funeral home, followed by a memorial Mass at 10 a.m., which will be held at St. Pius X Church, 492 Ocean Ave., Portland. To offer words of condolence to the family, sign a guest book and share memories, go to the obituary page at, In lieu of flowers, donations may, be made to the Gosnell, Memorial Hospice House., Donations can be mailed to:, Hospice of Southern Maine, Attn.: Development, 180 U.S. Route One, #1, Scarborough, Maine 04074, Peter E. Field Sr. |
LUNT, RICHARD F. - of Westbrook, April 22, 2011. Visiting hours, April 26, 6-8 p.m., Blais & Hay Funeral Home, 35 Church St., Westbrook & memorial service, Wednesday, 10 a.m. |
MILLER, RICHARD 'DICK' HOWARD - 83, of Topsham, April 21, 2011, in Brunswick. Viewing, April 27, 2-3 p.m. & funeral service, 3 p.m., Brackett Funeral Home located at 29 Federal St., Brunswick. Burial, Thursday, 9 a.m., Veteran's Cemetery, Augusta. |
Richard 'Dick' Howard Miller, 83, TOPSHAM -- Richard 'Dick' Howard Miller, 83, of Topsham, passed away with family at his side on Thursday, April 21, 2011, at Midcoast Hospital in Brunswick., He was born on Jan. 4, 1928, in Chicago, Ill., to the parents of William Harvey Miller and Beatta Emilia Koppang. Richard and his brother and sister, Robert Edward Miller and the late Dorothy May Tucker, grew up in Chicago., Richard served in the U.S., during, . After the Army, he joined the Civil Service and was stationed in Athens, Greece where he met his wife, Edith. They were married two years later in the Vatican. Over the next 27 years, they had the opportunity to raise their four children while living in Washington, D.C., Athens, Greece and the Philippines. After retiring from the civil service, Edith and Dick moved to their beloved Brunswick., In Maine, Dick was able to pursue his passion of working as a carpenter. He started a remodeling business called Omega Construction. Once there, he enjoyed working on he and Edith's many flower gardens, puttering around their old house and taking daily walks with their rescued Greyhound dog. Dick also enjoyed volunteering his time for worthy causes such as the Friends of Curtis Memorial Library and the Brunswick Village Improvement Association. He enjoyed working and hiking on the Appalachian Trail with his son., After Edith's death, he moved to the Highlands in Topsham. There, he enjoyed the company of many friends, in particular his very good friend, Effie Blackstone., He will be missed by those he leaves behind; his daughter, Bea Belrose and husband Steve of Concord, N.H., son, Rich Miller and wife Debi of Eastampton, N.J., son, Nevin Miller and wife Debbie of Harpswell, daughter, Jenn Hanson and husband Charley of Center Harbor, N.H.; his four grandchildren, Jamie, Derrick, Taylor and Ariel; and two great-grandchildren, Marshall and Emily., His family would like to thank all of the professional staff at Midcoast Hospital for their wonderful kindness and care., The viewing will be held on Wednesday, April 27, 2011, between 2-3 p.m., with a funeral service immediately following at 3 p.m., at Brackett Funeral Home located at 29 Federal St., Brunswick. The burial will be held on Thursday at 9 a.m. at the Veteran's Cemetery in Augusta., The family would appreciate that any donations be made to:, Maine Greyhound Placement Service, Curits Memorial Library, 23 Pleasant St., Brunswick, Maine 04011, Richard 'Dick' Howard Miller |
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. |
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. |
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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. |
HAMPDEN - Ronald A. Newcomb, 73, passed away April 22, 2011, surrounded by his loving family at his home. A complete obituary with service arrangements will be published in Tuesday's edition of the Bangor Daily News by Hampden-Gilpatrick Funeral Home, 45 Western Ave., Hampden. |
BRAGDON, RUTH A. - 90, of Freeport, April 20, 2011, in Brunswick. Burial in Montville at a later date. |
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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. |
LUBEC and BRIGHTON, Mass. - Ruth Dean passed away April 19, 2011, at Oceanview Nursing Home. She was born Aug. 7, 1918, in Lubec, daughter of the late Lloyd Appleby and Eunice Avery Appleby. She was predeceased by her brothers, John and Frank "Fritz" Appleby. She was a graduate of Lubec High School, and resided for many years in Brighton, Mass. She was a member of the greatest generation. She is survived by her son, Thomas of Lubec; her brother, Alden Appleby and wife, Noella, of Dalhousie, New Brunswick; her loving granddaughter, Stacey Shimkus and her husband, Donald, of Arlington, Mass.; nephews, John Appleby and wife, Julie, Fritz Appleby Jr. and wife, Connie, and Paul Appleby and wife, Kathy; nieces, Margie King and husband, Peter, and Lynn Appleby; many family and friends. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Save Our Strays Pet Shelter, Lubec. |
CROCKETT, SHARON E. - 63, of Saco, in Biddeford, April 18, 2011. Arrangements by Hobbs Funeral Home, 230 Cottage Rd., South Portland. |
Cameron, Thelma Frances, 86, of Naples died April 16 in Sebastian, Fla. |
NAPLES -- Thelma Frances Cameron, 86, formerly of the Pond Road in Manchester, died suddenly on Saturday, April 16, 2011, at the Sebastian River Medical Center in Sebastian, Fla. While wintering in Micco, Fla., as they had for many years, Thelma passed on with Roy, her husband of 60 years, by her side., She was born on Feb. 8, 1925, a daughter of Mary and Joseph Parent. She was the youngest of seven very close brothers and sisters. Thelma grew up and attended schools in the Hallowell-Farmingdale area., She worked as a secretary for the State of Maine Licensing Board, where she retired from after many years of loyal service., Thelma raised her family with passion and joy. It was important to Thelma to bring her children up in the Catholic church and attend mass regularly at Sacred Heart in Hallowell. She remained a devout Catholic her entire life., Her home was often the center for extended family events and holiday celebrations. Thelma especially loved to cook and always had fresh baked bread, cakes and cookies on hand. She and Roy enjoyed years of outdoor family fun, camping, fishing, hunting, skiing and snowmobiling. Thelma loved to travel. She and Roy crossed the country to Alaska many times. As Roy would tell you, even on the Friday before she passed, Thelma looked forward to returning to Maine and was already asking, "and then where are we going?", Surviving are her loving husband, Roy; daughter Gayle Cousins, of Surry; son Thomas Cameron, of Wisconsin; daughter Carol Mills, of Oakland; five grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren., A funeral service was held 10:30 a.m. Thursday, April 21, at Hall Funeral Home Inc., 165 Quaker Ridge Road, Casco., Thelma loved her animal family and most recently her beautiful pomeranian, Molly. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Harvest Hills Animal Shelter, 1389 Bridgton Road, Fryeburg, ME 04037. |
COULOMBE, VALERIE L. - Hour visitation, Johnson Funeral Home, 26 Market St., North Berwick, April 25, 12 p.m. & memorial service, 1 p.m. |
ISLAND FALLS - Wayne E. MacKenzie, 75, died April 18, 2011, in Cottonwood, Ariz. He was born June 29, 1935, in Island Falls, son of Ralph and Louise (Leavitt) MacKenzie. He graduated from Island Falls High School in 1953, and spent four years in the Air Force. He graduated from Husson College and retired from Webber Oil Co. He is survived by a daughter, Jeanne and her sister, Donna, both of Arizona; grandsons, Gabe and Neil; a great-grandson, Logan; a sister, Louella Ryan of Island Falls; uncles, Charles MacKenzie and his wife, Lona, of Island Falls and Earle Leavitt and his wife, Jean, of East Hartford, Conn.; niece, Judy Porter and her husband, Pete, of Island Falls; two nephews, Tim Ryan and his wife, Pam, and Tony Ryan and his wife, Sally Jane Landry, all of Bangor, and their families; and many cousins. Services will be announced at a later date. Arrangements by Bowers Funeral Home, 54 Sherman St., Island Falls. |
MILLINOCKET - Wilfred J. Cyr, 85, passed away peacefully April 20, 2011, to be with his Lord, with family members by his side, at home. He was born Jan. 27, 1926, in St. Francis, son of Dennis and Alexina (Jandreau) Cyr. He was a veteran of, , serving in the, . He participated in action at Iwo Jima on Volcano Island in 1945. Wilfred belonged to Francis E. Elliott Post No. 4154,, and American Legion Post No. 80, Millinocket. Wilfred retired from the U.S. Postal Service in 1990. He also worked as a firefighter for Millinocket Fire Department and as a constable for Millinocket Police Department. After his retirement he enjoyed a passion as a painter and continued this for a number of years. Wilfred was noted for his love of work, willingness to lend a helping hand, his practical jokes, his sense of humor and was often referred to by his friends as the wild Frenchman. He also enjoyed time with his best little buddy, Niko. Wilfred is survived by his wife of 53 years, Ann (Simond) Cyr of Millinocket; daughters, Susan E. (Cyr) Howard and husband, Ken, of Plymouth, Theresa A. Lane and husband, Steven, and Brenda J. Cyr and friend, Robert Whalen, both of Millinocket; sister-in-law, Rachael Cyr of Millinocket; several nieces and nephews. His granddaughters, Shelby and Taylor Lane of Millinocket were the apple of his eye. Wilfred was predeceased by his parents; brothers, Alphie, Renis and Robert Cyr; sister, Chantel Cyr; a half brother, Albine Cyr; and a half sister, Regina Taggette. Friends are invited to visit with the family 11 a.m.-1 p.m. April 30 at Lamson Funeral Home, 11 Tamarack St., Millinocket, where funeral services will be held 1 p.m. with Deacon Dan Watson presiding. Spring interment with military honors will be at Millinocket Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, friends who wish may donate in his memory to Katahdin Area Support Group, 10 Field St., Millinocket, ME 04462. Messages of condolence may be expressed at |
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