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RICHMOND — Albert R. May who died on November 30, 2010 will have a graveside service on Saturday, May 14th at 1pm at the Evergreen Cemetery, Richmond. |
Frost, Allen L. Sr., 64, of Cambridge, died, May 8 in Pittsfield. (Shorey-Nichols Funeral Home, Pittsfield) |
PULLEN, ANN M. - 77, of Saco, in Biddeford, May 3, 2011. Graveside service, 1 p.m., Friday, South Hiram Cemetery, South Hiram. Cote Funeral Home, Saco. |
ELCIK, BARBARA MORSE - 84, of Windham, Dec. 12, 2010. Graveside service, 1 p.m., May 14, Hillside Cemetery, Lisbon Falls. Dolby Funeral Chapel, Windham. |
GUPTILL, BERTHA L. - 71, of Baldwin, in Scarborough, May 3, 2011. Memorial service, May 13, 4 p.m., Hilltop Baptist Church, South Cornish. Watson Neal and York Funeral Home. |
MILO and MELBOURNE, Fla. - Carl Forrest Davis, 91, died May 7, 2011, at a Melbourne, Fla., hospital. A retired Air Force colonel, electrical engineer and educator, Col. Davis was born May 12, 1919, in Milo, the son of Eben and Alice (Pearson) Davis. He married Madalene (Mayo) of Milo in 1945 and went to Indialantic, Fla., after his retirement from the Air Force in 1974. He was employed as a systems engineer at Harris Corp. for a period of 11 years, retiring in 1985. Joining the, during, he served in North Africa and Italy as a communications officer in the 325th Fighter Group. During the, he was a communications and electronics officer in an Aircraft Control and Warning Group, Okinawa, R.I. After receiving master's and doctorate degrees in electrical engineering from the, in 1960, he spent the remainder of his career in education and electronics research. He served as a tenure associate professor of electrical engineering at the, Academy for a period of eight years and directed research on the effects of nuclear events on weapon systems as chief of the electronics division at the Air Force Weapons Laboratory, Albuquerque, N.M. While at the Air Force Academy, he was the author of the text used in the core electrical engineering course sequence. Among his military awards and decorations are the Legion of Merit with one Oak Leaf Cluster,, Medal, Meritorious Service Medal, Army Commendation Ribbon and Korean Service Medal, as well as battle participation awards and campaign ribbons for service in North Africa and Italy. He was a senior member of the Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers and a member of the Scientific Research Society of America and the American Society of Engineering Education. Upon moving to Indialantic, Fla., he helped establish a Boy Scout troop and was its Scoutmaster for many years. This was one of his most rewarding efforts and he followed the successes of his former scouts with considerable interest. He was heavily involved in community affairs pertaining to his homeowners association, serving for many years on the various committees and the board of directors. He also was a volunteer officer in a municipal water company at his summer home in Maine. He pursued an active interest in the history of the Civil War and family genealogy during his later years. He is survived by his wife, Madalene of West Melbourne, Fla.; a daughter, Gail (Davis) Gannon of Melbourne, Fla.; a grandson, John William Gannon of Sarasota, Fla.; many nieces and nephews. Friends are invited to call noon until the time of funeral service 2 p.m. Thursday, May 12, at Lary Funeral Home, Milo, with the Rev. Michele St. Cyr officiating. Burial will be held in the family lot at Evergreen Cemetery, Milo. Messages of condolence and memories may be expressed at |
EDDINGTON - Carleton A. "Sam" Tardiff, 70, died May 7, 2011, at a Bangor health care center. He was born Nov. 5, 1940, in Bangor, the son Of Walter R. and Rose M. (Bell) Tardiff. Sam, as he was known, served in, from 1957 to 1962 at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. He served as a deputy in Eddington for Penobscot County Sheriff's Office. Sam owned and operated Eddington Autobody for 40 years and drove a school bus for Dedham School. He was also an avid fisherman. Surviving are one son, Michael Tardiff and his wife, Lisa, of Eddington; a grandson, Nicholas Tardiff of Holden; five brothers, Ronald E. Tardiff of Alamagoodo, N.M., Gerald E. Tardiff and Walter G. "Skip" Tardiff, both of Holden, Frank J. and Philip A. Tardiff, both of Eddington; one sister, Frances Vittum of Holden; many nieces, nephews and cousins. He was predeceased by two sisters, Anita Lapan and Lois Vail; and three brothers, Vaughn, Michael and John Tardiff. Family and friends may visit 6-8 p.m. Wednesday, May 11, at Kiley & Foley Funeral Service, 69 State St., Brewer. A private graveside service and burial will be at Mount Pleasant Cemetery, Bangor. For those who wish memorial contributions may be made to benefit after school programs to Dedham School, 2065 Main Road, Dedham, ME 04429. Condolences may be offered at |
Hillas, Charlotte M., 54, of St. Albans, died May 8 in St. Albans. Obituary to follow at a later date.(Dan & Scott's Cremation & Funeral Service, Skowhegan) |
MILO - David Michael Cyr Sr., 64, died unexpectedly May 5, 2011, at his Milo home. He was born Oct. 3, 1946, in Hartford, Conn., son of the late Claude and Therese (Labbe) Cyr. David grew up in Windsor, Conn., and graduated from Windsor High School in 1966. He moved to Etna in 1969, where he built a home for his family. He was an avid hunter and was always in pursuit of the "big swamp buck." Often when you looked for him, you would find him riding the backcountry roads in the evenings and telling those hunting stories. He loved playing backgammon and horseshoes, as well as penny poker with the family. Christmas was always his favorite holiday and he always made it special. David enjoyed riding motorcycles and snowmobiling. He was an experienced woodsman and spent long hours working in the woods. David was a loving father, who always enjoyed attending and following sports events of his children while they were growing up. You would often hear him brag about how proud he was of them. He is survived by his wife, Tenia Cyr of Milo; the mother of their children, Barbara Crossman of Bangor; his children, Theresa and husband, Raymond Crossman, of Hampden, David Cyr Jr. of Brownville Junction, Jason Cyr and his wife, Jessica, of Bangor, Betty Ann Cyr of Florida; a special grandson, Jake Duffin Cyr; his two sisters, Susan and her husband, David Hart, of Bangor and Sandra and her husband, Steven Boudreau, of Vienna; three brothers, Llewellyn Cyr and his wife, Pam, of Carmel, Gary Cyr and his wife, Terry, of Newport and Steven Cyr and his friend, Heidi, of Carmel; many nieces and nephews; their beloved four Chihuahuas, Coco, Molly, Shadow and Baby Girl; and a cat, Sci Fi. David will be forever missed and fondly remembered by his family and many friends as being a very caring and giving person. He always made sure he told his family he loved them. Graveside services will be held 1 p.m. Saturday, May 14, at Highland Cemetery, Carmel. Charitable donations in David's memory may be sent to Theresa Crossman, 510 Main Road North, Hampden, ME 04444. Condolences to the family may be expressed at |
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BRUNSWICK — Dolores E. Medeske left this world on May 9, to enter her eternal home. She was born Aug. 26, 1931, to John and Mary (Leskovitz) Medeske in New York City. Dolores worked at the International Council of Shopping Centers in New York City as an executive secretary. Up... |
MOODY, DONALD A. - 80, March 30, 2011. Service of Remembrance, 11 a.m., May 14, Pine Hill Cemetery, Wells Branch. |
MURPHY, DORIS 'DOT' G. - 79, of Biddeford, May 5, 2011, in Scarborough. Graveside service, St. Joseph's Cemetery, Biddeford. Cote Funeral Home, Saco |
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WISCASSET — A committal Service for Dorothy Rattleff, 89, who died April 14, 2011 will be held at 10 AM on Friday, May 13, 2011 at Laurel Grove Cemetery on Route 127 in Woolwich. Arrangements are by Daigle Funeral Home, 819 High Street, Bath. |
DUBAIL, EILEEN (CAMPBELL) - 95, in Scarborough. Visiting hours, May 10, 4-8 p.m., Conroy-Tully Crawford Funeral Home, 172 State St., Portland & prayers, 9:15 a.m., May 11. Mass of Christian Burial, Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, 307 Congress St., Portland. Burial, Calvary Cemetery, South Portland. |
JOY, ELAINE FARNUM - 79, of New Gloucester, May 6, 2011. No visiting hours or funeral. Graveside service, 2 p.m., May 13, Upper Gloucester Cemetery. |
PAGE, ELAYNE KATHRYN - Jan. 30, 2011. Graveside service, 11 a.m., May 14, Brooklawn Memorial Park, 2002 Congress St., Portland. Hobbs Funeral Home, 230 Cottage Rd., South Portland. |
Elayne Kathryn Page, May 27, 1942 - Jan. 30, 2011, PORTLAND -- A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, May 14, 2011, at Brooklawn Memorial Park, 2002 Congress St., Portland. Arrangements by the Hobbs Funeral Home, 230 Cottage Rd., South Portland., Service Announcement |
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BRUNSWICK — Emilienne LaBonte, 84, of McIntosh Street, died May 7, 2011 at Mid Coast Hospital. She was born November 19, 1926 in Versailles, France the daughter of Emile Desire Perdriat and Madeleine Louise Duval. |
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BATH — Evelyn M. MacDonald Coffin, 93, died April 23, 2011. A graveside service will be held on 11am, Saturday, May 14th at Oak Grove Cemetery, Bath with a reception immediately following at the Bath Senior Center. Arrangements by David E. Desmond & Son Funeral Home, 638 High Street, Bath. |
AUGUSTA -- George Wayne Connor, 54, of Augusta died Thursday May 5, 2011, at MaineGeneral Medical Center in Augusta, following a long illness, surrounded by his family. He was born in Gardiner on Feb. 2, 1957, a son of Derrell and Joanne (Thebeau) Connor., George was employed at KDT for 15 years until his illness. He was a handyman and jack of all trades. He could do it all and don't tell him otherwise. He also was a self-employed carpenter who could do most anything. He loved family get-togethers, Patriots' football games, his motorcycle and camping. He was active in the Eagles Club of Gardiner., George was predeceased by his father, Derrell Connor; his daughter, Brandi Connor; his brother, Timmy Connor; and his father-in-law, Jim Golden., He is survived by his wife of 18 years, Pamela M. (Golden) Connor, of Augusta; his mother, Joanne (Thebeau) Connor, of Gardiner; children Jeremy Connor of Augusta, Timothy Connor and companion Kelli of Augusta, Kenneth Connor and his fiancée, Kiley, of Fairfield, Scott Connor and companion Ashley Burton of Portland, Heather Sparrow and husband Jacob of Randolph, Paul Smith of Richmond and Eric Smith of Augusta; two brothers, Derrell M. Connor of Gardiner, and Carl Connor and companion Carol Breton of Buckfield; and his sister, Melanie Neptune, and husband Chris of Gardiner; three grandchildren, Brandi Connor, Noah Connor and Brendan Connor; and several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins., A celebration of his life will be held Tuesday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Staples Funeral Home, 53 Brunswick Ave., Gardiner., In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Staples Funeral Home, P.O. Box 598, Gardiner, to help with funeral expenses., |
BESSEY, GWENDOLYN - Memorial service, May 14, 11 a.m., First Congregational Church, 17 E. Main St., South Paris. Refreshments at the church. Chandler Funeral Homes & Cremation Service, 45 Main St., South Paris. |
Gwendolyn Bessey, SOUTH PARIS -- Family and friends are invited to attend a memorial service for Gwendolyn Bessey on Saturday, May 14, at 11 a.m., at the First Congregational Church, 17 E. Main St., South Paris. Refreshments will be served at the church immediately following the service. Arrangements are under the direction of Chandler Funeral Homes & Cremation Service, 45 Main St., South Paris., In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations may be made to:, The Monarch School, of New England, P.O. Box 1921, Rochester, New Hampshire 03866, Service Announcement |
Austin, Harvey Jr., 84, of Rome, died May 8 in Skowhegan. |
ROME -- Harvey Austin Jr., 84, of Rome, passed away Sunday, May 8, 2011, after a brief illness, at his daughter's home in Skowhegan with his family by his side, ., He was born June 28, 1926, in Rome, the son of Edward Austin Sr. and Bella (Foster) Bachelder., He worked many years for Blue Rock Construction as a crane operator., Harvey was a longtime member of the Odd Fellows in Norridgewock. He enjoyed fishing and camping, was a clock collector and loved animals, especially his trusted German shepard, Baby, who was always at his side. He liked doing mechanic work and going to the fairs and spending time with his family; he was a devoted husband, companion, father and grandfather., He is survived by his companion, Pearl Paradis, of Rome; his four children, Rocky Austin and his wife, Pam, of Mount Vernon, Beth Austin of Skowhegan, Tammy Rines and her husband, Tim, of Cornville, and Harvey Austin and his wife, Trisha, of Skowhegan; 12 grandchildren, Edward, Heather, Matthew, Lisa, Jill, Jesse, Donnie, Ginni, Tim Jr., Michelle, Kaleb and Lexie, 11 great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews; and several close friends., He was predeceased by his wife, Virginia (Berry) Austin, in 1990; his parents; two children, Lisa L. Austin on Aug. 11, 1964, and Edward "Snooks" V. Austin on Aug. 17, 2001; one grandchild, John Massey; and his sister, Arlene Meunier., A funeral service will be held on Saturday, May 14, 2011, at 3 p.m. at Smart & Edwards Funeral Home, 183 Madison Ave., Skowhegan, with the Rev. Richard Berry officiating. Burial will follow the service at Oak Cemetery in Norridgewock., Arrangements are under the care and direction of Smart & Edwards Funeral Home, 183 Madison Ave., Skowhegan., Donations may be made in Harvey's memory to the Somerset Humane Society, P.O. Box 453, Skowhegan, ME 04976. |
BLACK, HELEN HOYT BACON - 86, of West Baldwin, May 8, 2011. No visiting hours or funeral services. Watson, Neal & York Funeral Home, Cornish. |
Helen Hoyt, Bacon Black, 86, WEST BALDWIN -- Helen Hoyt Bacon Black, 86, of Senator Black Road, passed away on May 8, 2011., She was born in Waltham, Mass., on Jan. 3, 1925, the daughter of Lewis and Vera Bacon. Helen's family moved to Hiram in 1936 and she attended Mt. Cutler Schools. She graduated from Fryeburg Academy in 1942 and Gray's Business College in Portland in 1944. Helen worked at First Portland National Bank for three years., In 1947, Helen married Henry W. Black and moved to Briarcliff Farm in Baldwin. She and Henry ran a highly successful Jersey farm for over 50 years and were extremely active in farm activities throughout Maine and the nation. Mrs. Black accompanied her husband to many political activities during his tenure in the Maine State Senate., Mrs. Black was a member of the Hiram Universalist Church; her grandfather, the Rev. Hervey H. Hoyt, was pastor there for many years. She was also a member of an artist's club, the West Baldwin Grange and the Baldwin Women's Extension. She was a long time chairperson of the Extension and meetings were held at her home. Helen remained active in the Fryeburg Fair for decades and served as an assistant in the livestock office., Helen was predeceased by her husband, Henry; and a daughter, Valerie J. Ellis. She is survived by two daughters, Maggie Black and Dianne Dunning of West Baldwin; and three grandchildren, Aaron Dunning, Rachel Dunning and Davis Ellis., Per her wishes, there will be no visiting hours or funeral services. Arrangements are by Watson, Neal & York Funeral Home, Cornish., Mrs. Black was extremely devoted to her pets and animals. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to:, Harvest Hills Animal Shelter, 1389 Bridgton Rd., Fryeburg, Maine 04037, Helen Hoyt, Bacon Black |
LEHIGH ACRES, Fla. - Henry A. Bouchard, 86, died Feb. 1, 2011, at home. He was born May 16, 1924, in Warren, R.I., the son of Albert and Mildred (Skuce) Bouchard. Henry served in the U.S. Army. He leaves behind his beloved wife, Norma E. (Doane) Bouchard, of Lehigh Acres, Fla.; his daughter, Dawn A. Sickles of Fort Myers, Fla.; a sister, Irene LaCombe of Taunton, Mass.; a brother, Albert Bouchard of Woonsocket, R.I.; several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by a son, Michael S. Bouchard; a sister, Shirley Casale; and a brother, Eugene Bouchard. Henry will be sadly missed by all. Graveside services will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday, May 10, at East Winn Cemetery. Arrangements with Clay Funeral Home, 7 Lee Road, Lincoln. For an online guest register and to leave written condolences, please visit |
PEASE, HENRY ALTON - in Brownfield, May 5, 2011. |
Henry Alton Pease, BROWNFIELD -- Henry Alton Pease passed away at his home in Brownfield on May 5, 2011. He was the son of Everett E. Pease and Gladys Viola Welch., Henry was predeceased by his wife, Muriel Virginia Maines; sister, Constance Graves, and brother, Curtis Pease. He is survived by his daughters, Charlotte Pease, Julie Galipeau and Laurie Jacques, and their families; and brother, Everett. |
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LEWISTON — Irene F. Thibodeau, 78, of Middle Avenue, Mexico, died unexpectedly on Monday, May 2, at Central Maine Medical Center. She was born in Mexico, Sept. 24, 1932, a daughter of Philip and Eva (Moelleur) Thibodeau. Irene was educated in Mexico schools and was a graduate of Mexi... |
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NORTH JAY — Irene Pearl Trask, 84, of North Jay, died Monday, May 9, peacefully at her home with her loving family by her side. Irene was born Jan. 21, 1927, in Farmington, the daughter of Perley and Olive (Bachelder) Ranger. She was educated in the Wilton schools and worked for more... |
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RENSSELAER, NY — Jane Anne Baron, born in New York City on March 10, 1920, died on May 8, 2011 at Rosewood Gardens in Rensselaer, New York. |
MERROW, JEANNE - April 29, 2011. Private family celebration of life. Bibber Memorial Chapel. |
Jeanne Merrow, KENNEBUNK -- Jeanne Merrow died peacefully on Friday, April 29, 2011, as she had lived, on her own terms and with her great spirit unbowed., Born in New York on Jan. 26, 1927, Jeanne graduated from Emma Willard School and Russell Sage College. After spending time in California and New York, she moved to Maine in 1963. She first settled in Wells and later moved to Ogunquit where she raised her children., Jeanne owned and operated The Travel Company of Maine in Kennebunk for 25 years, working alongside close friends Pat Weare, Meredith Rogers, Nina Durgin, and Barbara Meserve until she retired in 2003., Jeanne loved to travel, and had wonderful memories of trips to exotic places with great groups of friends and clients from throughout southern Maine., Jeanne loved to laugh, and she was known for her great intelligence and wit. She often saw the humor in difficult or ridiculous situations. Jeanne welcomed many to her home, and the summers spent around the pool with friends and children's friends from Ogunquit are the stuff of local legend. At her holiday table, one usually found extended family, friends old and new, and the occasional stray. Jeanne loved politics and was a steadfast Republican. She always enjoyed a spirited political discussion and woe to the Democrat who might express dissent., Jeanne loved animals and loved to garden. Over the years her home was shared with beloved cats and dogs, including Alice, Tozie, Pasha, Clancy, and Malley. She spent much of her spring and summer with her pets in her wonderful gardens 'on the mountain.', Above all, Jeanne loved her friends and family. She was a generous friend, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She will be missed by all, especially friends, Shirley Ducharme, the Weare family, Ian and Polly Mackenzie, and Meredith and Jack Rogers., Thank you to all who cared for and visited Jeanne during her time at Southern Maine Medical Center and St. Andres Healthcare. Jeanne leaves daughters, Melissa Libby of Richmond, Kate Scarano and her husband Dan of Flemington, N.J., her son, Lucas Merrow and his wife Robin of Rollinsford, N.H.; grandchildren, Nathan Libby, Sophie, Katherine, and Martha Merrow, Heather, Joshua, and Sarah Scarano, Amanda and Matthew Langois; and great-grandchildren, Zoe and Max Libby., As per her wishes, Jeanne's ashes will be scattered at sea, followed by a private family celebration of her life. Arrangements are in care of Bibber Memorial Chapel., In lieu of flowers, Jeanne requested donations be made to:, The Animal Welfare Society, of West Kennebunk, P.O. Box 43, West Kennebunk, Maine 04094, Jeanne Merrow |
RITTALL, JENNIE C. - 94, of Nobleboro, in Damariscotta, May 5, 2011. Visitation, May 11, 5-7 p.m., Strong-Hancock Funeral Home, 612 Main St., Damariscotta & funeral, May 12, 2 p.m. |
HURLEY, JOSEPH JAMES - 88, of Framingham, Mass., in Danvers, Mass., May 6, 2011. Funeral, May 11, 9 a.m., Duckett-J.S. Waterman & Sons Home of Memorial Tribute, 656 Boston Post Rd., Sudbury, Mass. Funeral Mass, St. Anselm's Parish, 100 Landham Rd. Sudbury, 10 a.m. Visiting hours, May 10, 4-8 p.m. Internment, Edgell Grove Cemetery, Framingham, Mass. |
CLINCH, JUNE E. - 75, of Gray, Dec. 26, 2010. Graveside service, 10 a.m., May 14, Hillside Cemetery, Gorham. Dolby Funeral Chapel, Windham. |
SWIFT, KATE - 87, May 7, 2011, in Middletown, Conn. |
Kate Swift, 87, EAST HADDAM, Conn. -- Kate Swift, a writer and editor who was a pioneer in the feminist analysis of language, died on Saturday, May 7, 2011, at Middlesex Hospital in Middletown, Conn., after a brief illness. She was 87., A resident of East Haddam since 1972, Swift was a life-long summer resident of Georgetown., Beginning in 1970, Swift worked as co-author with Casey Miller, writing numerous articles and two books on the English language and its relationship to the status of women. Their work examined the male-dominated evolution of English usage and the ways it defined women negatively as secondary, irrelevant, or invisible., Articles by Miller and Swift on sexism in language appeared in the New York Times Magazine, the Washington Post, Ms., New York magazine and others, and their work continues to be reprinted in anthologies and textbooks today. Their book 'Words and Women' was first published in 1976 (Anchor Press/Doubleday and Co.) and in an updated edition in 1991 (Harper Collins). In their 'Handbook of Nonsexist Writing' (Lippincott & Crowell, 1980; Harper & Row, 1988; The Women's Press, London, 1981), Miller and Swift suggested alternatives to standard usage detrimental to women. Both books are now published on line by, Barbara Kate Swift was born on Dec. 9, 1923, in Yonkers, N.Y., the daughter of Ethel Longworth and Otis Peabody Swift, both journalists. She attended Connecticut College, New London, and was graduated from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 1944. She then served two years in the United States, as an information and education specialist and was honorably discharged with the rank of sergeant., From 1946 to 1948 she wrote and edited publications for the Port of New Orleans, then worked for five years in press information for the Girl Scouts of the USA national headquarters in New York., Kate Swift, In 1954 she was employed as a science writer on the public affairs staff of the American Museum of Natural History. For the next 11 years she was press liaison for the museum's Hayden Planetarium during the opening of the space age. She moved to Connecticut in 1965 to join the news bureau of, , where she headed the press office of the Yale School of Medicine until 1970., Swift and Casey Miller formed a freelance editorial partnership in 1970 as writers and editors of publications for nonprofit institutions in the fields of education, health care, and environmental issues. In a period of increasing awareness of common language practices that ignore or denigrate women, Miller and Swift helped clients to solve problems of gender-related usage with accuracy and grace. Miller died in 1997., During the 1995 United Nations 4th World Conference on Women in Beijing, Swift was a member of the National Organization of Women's delegation to the Non-Governmental Organizations (NGO) Forum held in Hujairou, China., In 2003 she helped organize the East Haddam chapter of the Middlesex County Community Foundation's Fund for Women and Girls. A long-time activist in the pro-choice movement, she recruited and coordinated a busload of Connecticut participants in the March for Women's Lives, Washington, D.C., in April 2004., More recently she worked as a volunteer coordinator for Love Makes a Family, a nonprofit advocacy group seeking legislation to grant marriage equality in Connecticut to committed partners of the same sex and their families. She was also active with Stonewall Speakers, a group whose members discuss LGBT issues informally with students in school and college classes., Swift is survived by a brother, John L. Swift of Georgetown; a half-sister, Marguerite Swift of Flagstaff, Ariz. and Georgetown; and three generations of nieces and nephews. |
READ, KENNETH MCKINNON JR. - 89, of Ocean Park,May 7, 2011. No calling hours. Memorial service, May 14, 10:30 a.m., First Parish Congregational Church, 12 Beach St., Saco. Bibber Memorial Chapel, 67 Summer St., Kennebunk. |
Kenneth McKinnon Read Jr., 89, OCEAN PARK -- Kenneth McKinnon Read Jr., 89, of Ocean Park, died on Saturday, May 7, 2011, at Gosnell Memorial Hospice House., The son of Kenneth McKinnon Read Sr., and Edna Dorrance Read, he was born in Newark, N.J. on June 24, 1921.He grew up in Berkeley Heights Park in Bloomfield, N.J., graduating from Bloomfield High School in 1939 and then, with a major in Chemistry in January, 1943. That winter, he enlisted in the Naval Reserve, ending his service in, in the South Pacific in air operations., He returned home and worked briefly for a cosmetics firm in New York City. His search for a more spirit-led career led him back to Princeton Seminary from 1947 to 1950. He held associate pastorships in Washington, D.C. and Bloomfield, N.J., before being called to begin a church (Limestone Presbyterian) in Wilmington, Del. There, he and his new wife, Edith Frey Read, began a life together and had two sons, Bruce McCullough Read and Kirk Dorrance Read., Ken and Edith met during his time in the church in Bloomfield where she was the contralto in a professional quartet. Edith's gorgeous voice and inspiring vocal ministry were a source of great joy and pride for Ken throughout their 40-year marriage. Edith died in November of 1995., For most of his pastoral career, Ken served in the Dryden Presbyterian Church in Dryden, N.Y., retiring in 1983 and then settling in Ocean Park, where he then served for several years at First Parish Church in Saco as Minister of Visitation., Ken was a quiet, friendly and compassionate soul throughout his entire life. Ken's vocational gift was in abiding with his parishioners throughout the seasons of their lives. He welcomed newborns into the church through countless baptisms; he married scores of friends, family and community members; and he comforted generations of bereaved families whose loved ones passed on; many church members and friends welcomed, Kenneth McKinnon Read Jr., the sight of Ken's bright red sedan pulling into their driveway for a call on both joyous and troubled occasions., Ken was a friend to all, and his unconditional positive regard for all those he encountered was exemplary. His quick wit lightened many a heart and softened potentially difficult encounters. Ken was principled, brave and gracious., He expressed great disdain for bigotry and intolerance, challenging his own denomination on what he felt were unjust and unloving policies on sexual orientation: he testified publicly several times to this injustice at some personal and professional risk and became a tremendous role model for many in his faith communities., Ken gave of his modest financial resources to many individuals and institutions in need, and quietly questioned extravagance and profligacy in the face of poverty and financial inequities both in his community and in the world at large., Ken is survived and remembered dearly by his sons, Bruce (Arundel) and Kirk (Auburn) and spouse Camille Parrish; four granddaughters, Hannah (New York, N.Y.), Alice (Biddeford), Helen and Anne (Arundel); their mother, Laura Butterworth (Kennebunk); and his twin nieces, Betty Eaton (Nashville, Tenn.) and Jean Reese (Franklin, Tenn.)., There are no calling hours. The family invites you to a memorial service which will be held on Saturday, May 14, 2011, at 10:30 a.m., at First Parish Congregational Church, 12 Beach St., Saco. Arrangements are in care of Bibber Memorial Chapel, 67 Summer St., Kennebunk., In lieu of flowers, memorial, donations in his memory are encouraged to:, First Parish Congregational, Church (Music Fund), 12 Beach St., Saco, Maine 04072 |
MILLINOCKET and BREWER - Louise M. Pratt Hawkins, 85, went to be with her Lord May 8, 2011, with her loving family by her side. She was born Aug. 27, 1925, in Millinocket, the daughter of Clinton Haines and Mary (Cusack) Haines Dow. Louise graduated from Stearns High School and attended First Congregational Church, Millinocket. She worked as a hair stylist, was a seamstress and quilter, and was an exceptional homemaker and cook. Her greatest joy was spending time with her family and friends who lovingly called her "Ma." She especially enjoyed the time she spent with her grandchildren and in recent years, her great-grandchildren. Louise was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother and was a gentle spirit who was especially kind to all. Surviving are her daughter, Donna Andrick of Brewer; grandsons, Michael Andrick Jr. and his wife, Valerie, of Bangor and Curt Andrick and his wife, Dawn, of Warren; five great-grandchildren, Anna, Gabe, Camden, Ryan and Nathan; one sister, Anne Soucie; a sister-in-law, Sylvianne Haines, both of Millinocket; a brother-in-law, James Pratt and his wife, Anne, of Robinston; several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents; her first husband, Donald Pratt; her second husband, John Hawkins; a son-in-law, Michael Andrick Sr.; two sisters, Carol DeCourcy and Florence Chudio; two brothers, Vernon and Clinton Haines; a special aunt, Annie Cusack; and a brother-in-law, Norman Pratt and his wife, Rita. Family and friends are invited to a memorial service honoring her life 11 a.m. Thursday, May 12, at Hammond Street Congregational Church, Bangor, where a time of remembrance and fellowship will be held immediately afterward. For those who wish, memorial contributions may be made to Hope House, 179 Indiana Ave., Bangor, ME 04401. Arrangements by Kiley & Foley Funeral Service, 69 State St., Brewer. Condolences may be offered at |
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BATH — Lucille E. Harkins, 91, of 1 Washington Street, died March 8, 2011. A committal service will be held at 2pm on Saturday, May 14 at Mount Hope Cemetery, Lewiston. Arrangements by David E. Desmond & Son Funeral Home, 638 High St., Bath. |
BANGOR - Malcolm "Mal" E. Jones, 81, passed away peacefully May 8, 2011, at Maine Veterans Home. He was born Aug. 23, 1929, in Athens, to Wallace E. and Clarice H. Jones. Mal graduated from Somerset Academy, Athens, and earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in business administration from the University of Maine in 1952, followed by service in the U.S., in Korea. Upon his release from military service in 1954, he became employed by Bangor Savings Bank as a teller and messenger. Subsequently, he held numerous positions leading to election as executive vice president, a member of the board of trustee in 1971, and president and CEO in 1975. In 1995 he retired as president and trustee. He served the savings bank industry in many capacities, including chairman of Savings Bank Association of Maine and a member of the board of directors of the National Association of Mutual Savings Banks. He participated in various organizations, including past president of United Way; member of board of trustees of Eastern Maine Medical Center; board of directors of Eastern Maine Healthcare, president; University of Maine Foundation, president; Phillips-Strickland House, president; member of board of directors of Training and Development Corp.; Bangor Center Development Corp.; Bass Park Corp.; City of Bangor Civil Service Commission and Service Review boards; member of board of trustees of Katahdin Area Council of Boy Scouts; member of Bangor, ; and member of the Merchants' Association. Mal was recognized for his contributions to banking and the community with many awards throughout the course of his long career and residence in Bangor. He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Barbara (Porter) Jones; two daughters, Pamela and Lisa, and their husbands, Glenn Correll and Gordon Simmons; grandchildren, Sabrina and Michael Correll, and Amber and Vaughn Simmons; a sister, Ellen Jones; one nephew and numerous cousins. He was predeceased by two brothers, William Jones and Vaughn Jones. Relatives and friends are welcome to call 5-7 p.m. Tuesday, May 10, at Brookings-Smith, 133 Center St., Bangor, where a funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Wednesday, May 11, with the Rev. Robert T. Carlson officiating. 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. Interment will be at Mount Rest Cemetery, Athens. Those who wish to remember Mal in a special way may make gifts in his memory to Bangor Humane Society, 693B Mount Hope Ave., Bangor, ME 04401 or to the charity of one's choice. Condolences to the family may be expressed at |
CAMPBELL, MARGARET F. - 93, of Saco, in Biddeford, May 6, 2011. Funeral service, 3 p.m., May 20, Trinity Episcopal Church, Saco. Burial private at a later date. Cote Funeral Home, Saco. |
BURNELL, MARIE - 91, May 8, 2011. Graveside service, May 12, 11 a.m., Old West Baldwin Cemetery. |
Marie Burnell, 91, WEST BALDWIN -- Marie Burnell, 91, of the Douglas Hill Road, died unexpectedly at her home on May 8, 2011., She was born on July 4, 1919, the daughter of Henry and Lulu Gregory Warren. She attended Denmark schools and was a graduate of Denmark High School., While working at The Corn Shop in Fryeburg, she met Loren Burnell Jr. and they were married in 1952. She worked at the Kezar Falls Woolen Mill for many years, and later for several more at Vulcan Electric in Kezar Falls. She enjoyed camping; she and her husband had belonged to the Good Sam's Camping Club for many years. She also enjoyed gardening and bird watching., Marie will be sadly missed by her family and all who knew her., Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her husband, Loren Burnell Jr.; a sister, Blanche Estes, and a brother, Merton Warren. Surviving are her daughter, Jean Murch and husband Frank of Baldwin, her son, Howard Burnell and wife Mary of West Baldwin; a sister, Ruth Warren of Conway, N.H.; a grandson, Troy Murch and wife Sarah of West Baldwin; and two great-grandsons, Bradley and Tucker Murch. Also surviving is Marie's beloved dog, 'Barney.', A graveside service will be on Thursday, May 12, at 11 a.m., at the Old West Baldwin Cemetery., In lieu of flowers, please, send donations to:, Harvest Hills Animal Shelter, 1389 Bridgton Rd., Fryeburg, Maine 04037, Marie Burnell |
DALE CITY, Va. -- Matthew Wayre Fowler, 50, of Kirkdale Court in Dale City, Va., passed away unexpectedly Wednesday, Feb. 16, 2011., He was born in Waterville, Maine, on March 7, 1960, the son of the late Floyd B. Fowler and Carol J. (Mathieu) Fowler., He graduated from Mt. View High School in 1979., As a child, Matthew was a Cub Scout, enjoyed playing baseball and won first place in a soap box derby. After leaving Maine, he came to Alexandria, Va. He worked briefly at many grocery stores and restaurants before moving to the Lorton-Dale City area., Matthew worked at the Safeway in Dale City for the past five years., He was a good worker and will be missed by his friends there. He was employed at Potomac Mills for many years before that., Matthew enjoyed wrestling, trying to figure out the system to win the lottery, reading and writing poetry, Christmas music and announcing the daily specials over the PA system while at work in the deli at Safeway. He loved sending cards to family and friends on holidays and always won the unspoken contest to see who would send out Christmas cards first each year., Matthew had a kind and loving spirit, and he will be dearly missed by his family and friends. Matthew leaves his mother, Carol Mathieu Fowler of Unity; his sisters, Lauri A. Fowler and Linda Thomas of Reston, Va., Sherri L. Lorette of South Royalton, Vt., Heidi J. and Terry Hilton of Bingham, and Jodi L. Fowler of Kansas City, Mo.; and his brother, Todd B. Fowler of Boliver, N.Y. Matthew also leaves many nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts and uncles., Matthew resided at the home of Bertha Jones of Dale City, Va., for 25 years and was thought of as a foster son and best friend. He was like a brother to Mrs. Jones' children, Tracy Richards and Andreana Holmes, of Herndon, Va., Cheryl and Jose Martinez, of Dale City, Va., Christopher Jones of Harrisonburg, Va., Ausean and Portia Fields, Travis and Nikia Jones, Jorrell and Keisha Smith, and Valerie Smallwood. Matthew was like an uncle to their children., A graveside service will be held 11 a.m., June 11 at St. Francis Cemetery, Grove Street, Waterville. |
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AUBURN — Maurice E. Clavet of Auburn, born Sept. 4, 1940, to Blanche and Edward Clavet, went with the Lord on May 4. He was a member of the U.S. Marine Corps. He will be greatly missed by all. Thank you to everyone who helped to care for him. "We love you Papa." |
HOULTON - Merritt C. Lenentine, 81, died May 8, 2011, surrounded by his family at his residence. He was born March 7, 1930, in Monticello, the son of Clarence E. and Iva M. Lenentine. Merritt served with the U.S. Air Force from 1951 to 1955 as a staff sergeant during the, . Upon returning home, he went to work for Houlton Savings Bank, thus beginning a 34-year career in banking. He was a longtime member and past treasurer of Military Street Baptist Church, a past noble grand of Rockabema Lodge No. 78, member of Grand Encampment of the Atlantic Provinces and a member of Monument Lodge No. 96. Merritt is survived by his wife, M. Louise (Stairs) Lenentine of Houlton; two sons and their wives, Mark A. and Michelle of Sidney and Peter O. and Katharine of Gaithersburg, Md.; two sisters, Elva Coburn of Houlton and Alma Hutchinson of Cape Coral, Fla.; three grandchildren, Kaileigh, Taylor and Tess; several nieces and nephews. The wake will be held 11 a.m. Wednesday at Military Street Baptist Church, Houlton, with funeral services 1 p.m. Interment will be at Monticello Jewell Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Aroostook Area Agency on Aging, care of Dunn Funeral Home, 11 Park St., Houlton, ME 04730, for the services they provided to the family during the past several months. Online condolences and guest book at |
MADBURY, N.H. - Mildred (DePerry) Clark, 79, passed away Friday, May 6, 2011. Millie was born April 2, 1932, in St. Francis, daughter of the late Charles and Mary (Taggett) DePerry. Millie was a dedicated wife and mother, and one of her greatest loves was the time she spent with her family. She enjoyed playing cards, gardening and being the historian of the family. Millie will be greatly missed by all who knew her. Millie married Robert "Bob" F. Clark, Feb. 16, 1952. Millie and Bob traveled the world living and visiting many places, such as France, Germany, Okinawa and many U.S. states, however no matter where, she always said, "I'm a moose towner from Northern Maine," and this is where her heart always stayed. In addition to her husband of Madbury, N.H., Millie is survived by her three children, Dorothy H. Lovejoy and husband, Larry, Sheila R. Clark and fiance, Brian, and Robert F. Clark Jr. and wife, Jenny; six grandchildren, Renee Lovejoy, Helena Bachelder, Larry Lovejoy, Lance Lovejoy, Jessica Ajemian and Taylor Ajemian; and two great-grandchildren, Nathyn Lovejoy and Noah Bachelder. A private family ceremony is being planned in Millie's memory. In lieu of flowers, the family asks for donations to be made to Homemakers Health Services, 215 Rochester Hill Road, Rochester, NH 03867. |
Canaan - Mildred B. Tuttle, 95, passed away peacefully in her sleep at her daughter Marjorie's home on May 6, 2011., She was born in Dixmont on April 24, 1916, a daughter of the late Charles and Blanche (Jepson) Butler., Mildred greatly enjoyed the outdoors, vegetable and flower gardening, reading and watching TV, especially westerns. Mildred was always accompanied by her beloved pet, Rusty. Mildred loved her family. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend., She is survived by her loving children: Marjorie Carter and husband Homer of Canaan, Caroline Woodman and husband Reggie of Skowhegan, Charles Tuttle Jr. and significant other Mary Lemieux of China, Edward Tuttle and wife Laurel of Skowhegan, Alfred Tuttle and wife Cindy of Madison, George Tuttle and wife Judy of Benton and Rodney Tuttle and wife Carol of Skowhegan; as well as her 19 grandchildren and many great- and great-great grandchildren., Mildred was predeceased by her parents; husband, Charles Tuttle Sr.; son Nathan Tuttle; daughter in-law Phyllis (Patterson) Tuttle; brother Edward Butler; granddaughter Mildred Bailey; grandson Benjamin Edgerly; two great-granddaughters Onabelle and Carol Carter; a great-grandson Kenneth Carter; and good friend John Butts., A graveside service will be held at a later date at the Village Cemetery in Pittsfield., Arrangements are under the care and direction of Smart & Edwards Funeral Home 183 Madison Ave., Skowhegan, 04976. |
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WISCASSET — Nancy L. Downing, 77, of Fowle Hill Road died Thursday, May 5, 2011 at Miles Memorial Hospital in Damariscotta. |
BANGOR - Norma M. Stone, 90, wife of the late Lester Stone, died May 9, 2011, at a local health care facility. She was born March 14, 1921, in Bangor. Norma is survived by her children, Suzanne, David and Don. Services will be private for the family with interment at Neally's Corner Cemetery, Hampden. Condolences to the family may be expressed at |
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RICHMOND — Norman E. Chancellor who died on January 18, 2011 will have visiting hours on Saturday, May 14th from 11 to 1pm at Kincer Funeral Home with a service to follow at 1pm. Burial will take place in Evergreen Cemetery following the service. A gathering will follow the burial at Enterprise Grange Alexander Reed Rd. Richmond. |
WING, NORMAN KAYE - May 8, 2011. Visitation, 6-9 p.m., May 11, Dolby Funeral Chapel, 434 River Rd., Windham. Mass of Christian Burial, St. Peters Church, 72 Federal St., Portland, 9:30 a.m., May 12. Interment, Brooklawn Memorial Park. Celebration of life, Events on Broadway, 729 Broadway, South Portland. |
Norman Kaye Wing, 78, PORTLAND -- Norman Kaye Wing passed away on Sunday, May 8, 2011, at Gosnell Memorial Hospice House, surrounded by family, after a courageous five year battle with cancer., Norman was the youngest child of the late Augustus Major Wing and Velma (Bowden) Wing Zelko. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his sister, Shirley (Wing) Olmstead, and his brothers, Bernard Wing and Augustus Major Wing Jr., Norman leaves behind his beloved wife, Lorraine (Moulton) Wing whom he met early in his life. They attended junior prom together. They married on July 2, 1951, and would have celebrated their 60th anniversary this year. They raised 10 children together., Norman was born in Gray in 1932, attended schools in Portland and was a National Guard member from 1949 to 1952. He was a cutter and lead man for Songo Shoe in Portland and played for and managed the company's softball team. Norman worked for Brookfield Athletic, Herman Shoe, and L.L. Bean, where he retired in 1989. Norman was a champion cribbage player, loved to bowl, play pool and horseshoes and had a passion for old TV westerns. He enjoyed gardening and cooking, waking early on the weekends to start his day. He loved to sing and dance and was always the life of the party. He played Santa Claus for his grandchildren most years. He will be remembered for the days when all 12 family members piled into the station wagon and headed to DQ, picnics and Sunday rides and days at the lake where he taught his children to swim., Norman Kaye Wing, Norman was a communicant of the St. Peters Church., Norman also leaves behind his sister, Winifred (Wing) Drown of Falmouth; and 10 children, Dianne (Wing) Trynor and her husband David, Norman Wing and his wife Constance, all of Lehigh Acres, Fla., Lorraine (Wing) McDonald and her husband James of Casco, Elaine (Wing) Gray and Richard Gray of South Portland, Linda (Wing) Moody and her husband Donald of Dresden Mills, Jeffrey Wing and his wife Wendy of Milford, N.H., Susan (Wing) Gardiner and her husband Robert of Westbrook, Donna (Wing) Albert and her husband Duane of Gorham, Teresa (Wing) Scanlin and her husband James of Portland, and Carolyn (Wing) Sivik and her husband Mark of South Portland; 26 grandchildren; 15 great- grandchildren; and one great- great-grandchild., Visitation will be held from 6-9 p.m. on Wednesday, May 11, 2011, at the Dolby Funeral Chapel, 434 River Rd., Windham. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Peters Church, 72 Federal St., Portland, at 9:30 a.m. on Thursday, May 12, 2011. Interment will be in Brooklawn Memorial Park. Following the services, there will be a celebration of Norman's life at Events on Broadway, 729 Broadway, in South Portland., In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to:, Gosnell Memorial, Hospice House, Care of Hospice, of Southern Maine, 180 U.S. Route One, Scarborough, Maine 04074 |
ROCKPORT - Norman L. Braley, 81, husband of Joyce Downs Braley, went home to be with his Lord, Saturday, May 7, 2011. Friends and relatives are invited to visit 7-9 p.m. Tuesday, May 10, at Burpee, Carpenter & Hutchins Funeral Home, 110 Limerock St., Rockland. A funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Wednesday, May 11, at South Hope Community Church, Main Street, Route 17, South Hope. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to South Hope Community Church, 142 Main St., Hope, ME 04847. To share a memory or story with Norman's family, please visit his online guest book at |
Ferris, Paul Anthony, 50, of Garden Grove, Calif., died May 2. |
GARDEN GROVE, Calif. -- Paul Anthony Ferris, 50, of Garden Grove, Calif., passed away on Monday, May 2, 2011, at Garden Grove Hospital and Medical Center, after a sudden illness., He was born June 13, 1960, at Thayer hospital in Waterville, Maine, the youngest son of Deeb David and Sumayah (Nawfel) Ferris of North Vassalboro., Paul spent a happy childhood with his siblings, and attended Carl B. Lord Community School. He graduated from Oak Grove Coburn High School in Vassalboro, in 1978. During his senior year in college, he studied intensive French at Laval University in Quebec City, PQ, Canada, and received a bachelor of arts in international affairs and French from the University of Maine at Orono in 1982. He received his MBA from UMO in 1988. Later, he received a Certificate in Piano Teaching from Fullerton College, studied music at Chapman University, and most recently, was a month away from completing his masters in choral conducting from California State University in Los Angeles., In college, he participated in Army ROTC and was later commissioned as a 2nd lieutenant in the Army, where he served for two years, and served several more years in the Army Reserves., In 1987, Paul met the love of his life and future wife, MaryAnn Atallah. He later proposed in Maine, and they were married on July 8, 1989, at Our Lady of Mt. Lebanon Cathedral in Los Angeles, Calif. They were blessed with one beautiful daughter, Sumayah Josephine, in 1990., Paul was a devout Maronite Catholic and a faithful parishioner of St. John Maron Church in Orange, Calif., for many years. He was also a member of the National Apostolate of Maronites (NAM). He served in a variety of roles: as editor of the NAM News, on the NAM Board of Directors for several years and as a regional vice president., During his lifetime, Paul had a number of interests, including theater, writing, composing, history (especially theology) and writing. In addition, he pursued a number of different professions, but the consistent theme throughout was music and music education. Music was his passion and part of his daily life. Paul's dedication to his daily piano practice was to be admired. Growing up, he filled the family home with the sounds of his beautiful music. Paul's vocation as an organist began as a young teenager at St. Joseph's Maronite Catholic Church in Waterville. He became an accomplished pianist and organist and served St. John Maron Church, as well as St. Justin Martyr in Anaheim, for many years in that capacity. He was also a music director and a member of the Celebration of Life Singers at St. Olaf Lutheran Church in Garden Grove, Calif. He often served as an accompanist, especially for his daughter Sumayah, who shares his love of music., Paul was predeceased by his father, Deeb David Ferris., He is survived by his wife, MaryAnn (Atallah) Ferris; his daughter, Sumayah J. Ferris; his mother, Sumayah N. Ferris; siblings Tom Ferris and his wife, Nympha, Maria Bouchard and her husband, Frank, Allison Crate and her husband, Stephen, Richard Ferris, and Catherine Berryman and her husband, Brian; and many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and cousins. Surviving in-laws include Maroun and Josephine Atallah; Therese Armstrong and husband Charles; Joseph Atallah and two nephews., In celebration of Paul's life, a memorial Mass will be held on May 14, 2011, at 11 a.m. at St. Joseph Maronite Church on Front Street in Waterville. In California, a funeral Mass for Paul was held on May 6 at Hilgenfeld Mortuary in Anaheim. His body was laid to rest at Holy Sepulcher Cemetery in Orange, Calif. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the St. John Maron Church Building Fund, 300 South Flower St., Orange, CA, 92868., The family would like to extend their sincere appreciation and gratitude to the parish of St. John Maron Church in Orange, Calif., for their sympathy and support, their welcoming friendship and their most gracious generosity during this difficult time. Paul, his wife and daughter have been truly blessed to have such a wonderful parish family. |
KAVANAUGH, RALPH G. - 86, of Saco, May 9, 2011, in Biddeford. Funeral service, 11 a.m., Thursday, Laurel Hill Cemetery Chapel. Entombment, Laurel Hill Cemetery, Saco. Cote Funeral Home, Saco. |
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LEWISTON — Rita Annette Fortin, 88, died unexpectedly in Lewiston at Central Maine Medical Center Tuesday, May 3, 2011 with her family members at her side. |
DESILETS, RITA FARRELL - 90, of Sanford, May 8, 2011. Visiting hours, Wednesday, 6-8 p.m., Lafrance-Lambert & Black Funeral Home, 29 Winter St., Sanford. Funeral Mass, Thursday, 10 a.m., St. Therese of Lisieux Parish, Notre Dame Church, Springvale. Burial, St. Ignatius Cemetery, Sanford. |
Rita Farrell, Desilets, 90, SANFORD -- Rita Farrell Desilets, 90, of Sanford, passed away on Sunday, May 8, 2011, at the Greenwood Center. She was born in Sanford on Aug. 4, 1920, the daughter of the late Bernard and Delia (Dichard) Farrell., Rita attended Mount Merici Academy in Waterville and graduated from Sanford High School in 1937., She was an active and lifelong communicant of St. Ignatius Church. She was also instrumental in organizing the annual Penny Sale for the parish. She was one of the first women to work on bridge cranes at the South Portland Shipyard during the war. When she retired she was employed as a mender for the former Goodall Mills., Rita was predeceased by her husband of 47 years, Paul E. Desilets in 1992. She is survived by her son Bernard and his wife Betty, along with their two sons, Bobby and Michael, all of Fryeburg. She is also survived by her daughter, Suzanne Matthews, along with her two sons, Tyler and Jason, all of Sanford., Visiting hours will be on Wednesday from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Lafrance-Lambert & Black Funeral Home, 29 Winter St., Sanford. A funeral Mass will be celebrated on Thursday at 10 a.m. at St. Therese of Lisieux Parish, Notre Dame Church in Springvale. Burial will be at St. Ignatius Cemetery, Sanford. Condolences may be expressed at, Rita Farrell Desilets |
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BRUNSWICK — Roger G. Pinette, 87, of Sugarmill Woods in Homosassa Springs, FL, died March 17, 2011. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 9am, Saturday, May 14 at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, All Saint's Parish, Pleasant St., Brunswick with interment at St. John's Cemetery, Brunswick immediately following. Arrangements by Demers-Desmond Funeral Home, 34 Cushing St., Brunswick. |
MOREY, ROSE T. (RYAN) - 81, May 6, 2011. Time of visitation, May 12, 6-8 p.m., Jones, Rich & Hutchins Funeral Home, 199 Woodford St., Portland. Mass of Christian Burial, May 13, 9 a.m., Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, 307 Congress St., Portland. Interment, New Calvary Cemetery, South Portland. |
Rose T. (Ryan), Morey, 81, PORTLAND -- Rose T. (Ryan) Morey, 81, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, May 6, 2011, at Maine Medical Center., She was born on April 29, 1930, in Portland, the daughter of Regina M. (Ganem) Creech. She graduated from Cathedral High School and went on to business school and earned her degree in accounting., On Nov. 6, 1954, she married Frank J. Morey in Portland where she spent the majority of her adult life before moving to Westbrook in 2003., Rose worked at Brown Ship Chandlery in Portland, retiring after more than 40 years. Rose was a communicant of Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception., Rose was predeceased by her husband, Frank J. Morey; a son, Daniel J. Morey; and a granddaughter, Deanna. She is survived by a son, Michael A. Morey and his wife Susan of Oakland, two daughters, Elizabeth A. (Morey) Soper and her husband William of Gorham, and Kathryn R. (Morey) Vento and her husband Charles of North Yarmouth; a sister, Mary J. (Ryan) Meuse, affectionately known as Babe, of Gray and Port Charlotte, Fla.; nine grandchildren, Shannon Rae, Kristine, Tabitha, Joseph, Sara, Travis, Martin, Jaclyn and Samantha; a niece, Regina Prince of New York; as well as other extended family., Rose enjoyed her pet dogs over the years, classic movies, Lifetime and Shop NBC. She was an avid collector of jewelry and liked to cook., Family and friends are invited to attend a time of visitation on Thursday, May 12, 2011, from 6-8 p.m., at Jones, Rich & Hutchins Funeral Home, 199 Woodford St., Portland. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, May 13, 2011, at 9 a.m., at The Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, 307 Congress St., Portland. Interment will follow at New Calvary Cemetery in South Portland. Please visit, for additional information and to sign Rose's guestbook., In lieu of flowers, donations, may be made to:, The, 343 Gorham Rd., South Portland, Maine 04106, Rose T. (Ryan) Morey, Jones, Rich & Hutchins, Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 775-3763 |
FRANKLIN - Graveside services for Royal S. Keene, who died March 18, 2011, will be held 1 p.m. Thursday, May 12, at Ledgelawn Cemetery, Bar Harbor. Arrangements by Jordan-Fernald, 48 Eden St., Bar Harbor. |
GAUDET, RUSSELL T. 'TERRY' - 73, in Daytona, Fla., May 4, 2011. Visitation, May 10, 5 - 8 p.m., Jones, Rich & Hutchins Funeral Home 199 Woodford St. Portland. Prayers at 10:15 a.m. at the funeral home followed by A Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated 11 a.m. Wednesday at St Joseph's Church 673 Stevens Ave Portland. |
Russell T. 'Terry' Gaudet, 73, DAYTONA, Fla. -- Russell T. 'Terry' Gaudet, 73, died on Wednesday, May 4, 2011, at Carlton Shores Health and Rehabilitation, in Daytona, Fla., following a brief illness., He was born on Sept. 10, 1937, in Rumford, to the late Terrance and Henrietta Gaudet. He attended South Portland Schools., Terry served in the, . Upon returning to Portland, Terry married his first wife, with whom they had four children. After an annulment, Terry united in marriage to the late Pauline Goudey Gaudet, with whom they raised her four children in Portland. After the death of his wife Pauline, Terry united in marriage to his wife, Rita Berry-Gaudet., Terry had many talents and loved the outdoors. In his early years, Terry worked doing vinyl siding and construction. He later developed an undying love for driving tractor trailer over the road. For the past 17 years, up until the time of his death, he drove for R.C. Moore Trucking, Scarborough. He previously worked for Bancroft Martin, Cianbro Corporation Construction, Hutchins Trucking, Prowler Trucking, and Lily Trucking., Terry was a member of St. Joseph's Church of Portland. He was a member of the Loyal Order of the Moose, and served as club president. He was a member of The American Legion of South Portland., Terry is survived by his loving wife, Rita of Port Orange, Fla. and Portland; his son, Gregory Goudey and his wife JoAnn of Freeport, his daughter, Deanna Rogers and her husband Byron of Raymond, his daughter, Francine Goudey and her husband Roger Jones of Portland; his daughter-in-law, Nanci Goudey of Scarborough; four brothers, Gary and his wife Eve, Keith and his wife Nancy, John and his wife Betty, all of Westbrook, David and his wife Romona of South Portland; and eight grandchildren, Michael, Christopher, Megan, Nathan, Michael, Douglas, Amanda and Stephen. He is also survived by nieces, nephews; other relatives and many friends. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Pauline; and son, Steven Goudey., Relatives and friends are invited to attend a time of visitation on Tuesday, May 10, 2011, from 5-8 p.m., at the Jones, Rich & Hutchins Funeral Home, 199 Woodford St., Portland. Prayers will be recited at 10:15 a.m. at the funeral home, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 11 a.m. on Wednesday at St. Joseph's Church, 673 Stevens Ave., Portland. Interment with Military Honors will be in New Calvary Cemetery South Portland. Please visit www.jonesrichandhutchins for additional information and to sign Terry's guestbook., In lieu of flowers,, contributions can be made to:, The, 51 U.S. Route 1, Scarborough, Maine 04074, Russell T. 'Terry' Gaudet, Jones, Rich & Hutchins, Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 775-3763 |
LIBBY, RUTH E. CORON - 82, of Poland, formerly of West Cumberland, May 8, 2011. Visiting hours, 6-7 p.m., Thursday, Wilson Funeral Home, 24 Shaker Rd., Gray & memorial service, 7 p.m. |
Ruth E. Coron, Libby, 82, POLAND -- Ruth E. Coron Libby, 82, of Poland, (formerly of West Cumberland), passed away on Sunday morning, May 8, 2011, at home with family at her bedside., She was born in Portland on Feb. 23, 1929, the daughter of Alvah A. Coron Sr. and Katherine Mcf'ullum Coron., Mrs. Libby was predeceased by her husband of 54 years, Robert M. Libby; as well as siblings Alvah A. Coron Jr., Athlene Alexander, Leonard (Caron) Coron and Lorraine MacDonald. Ruth is survived by a brother, Edgar Coron of Clearwater, Fla.; daughters, Carolyn J. Britting Pratt and husband Dale of Poland, Kathleen A. Libby Peterson of Old Orchard; grandchildren, Michael Britting and wife Susan of Gorham, Stephanie Peterson Miller and husband Brett of Boothbay Harbor, Annette M. Britting of Buxton; and great-grandsons, Aidan Miller, 8, and Camden Miller, 7, of Boothbay Harbor., Ruth retired after 23 years from the Environmental Dept. of Brighton Medical Center (Osteopathic Hospital) in Portland., She enjoyed her two dogs, Buddy (deceased) and Amy., She love fishing with Bob at the ocean. You also could find Ruthie on her paddle boat on most summer evening and weekends at Forest Lake., Ruth loved her family, and her favorite holiday was Christmas and spending it with her children and grandchildren., Ruth was saddened by the closing of the Village Cafe in Portland, as she and her friends celebrated many birthday parties. She loved the spaghetti and meatball meal with a glass of wine., Visiting hours will be held from 6 to 7 p.m. on Thursday at Wilson Funeral Home, 24 Shaker Rd., Gray, where a memorial service will be held at 7 p.m., In lieu of flowers, contributions, may be made to:, VNA Home Health and Hospice, 50 Foden Rd., South Portland, Maine 04106, Ruth E. Coron Libby |
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LEWISTON — Sharon D. Kalinowski, 59, a resident of Beaulieu Heights in Turner, passed away Sunday, May 8, at Central Maine Medical Center, where she had been a patient for the past three weeks. She was born Sept. 10, 1951, in Ogunquit, the daughter of Fredrick Libby Davis and Carolyn... |
Tuesday, May 10, 2011 12:00 AM |
LEWISTON — Sherwood Wallace Bryant, 85, of Turner, died unexpectedly on May 5, at Russell Park Manor. He was born in Jay, April 5, 1926, the son of Wallace E. and Nettie (Beatham) Bryant. He attended Jay area schools. On May 10, 1945, he married Wilma Proctor in Wilton. Throughout t... |
LINCOLN - Timothy F. Davis, 60, died unexpectedly Saturday, May 7, 2011, doing what he loved best, fishing. He was born Dec. 23, 1950, the son of Blaine A. and Ottalie (Morrill) Davis. He graduated from Mattanawcook Academy in 1969. He worked for his father at BA Davis Garage, West Enfield, and for more than 40 years at Lincoln Paper and Tissue. Timmy lived life to the fullest, enjoying his many, many friends. He was a former member of The Chargers band. He loved dancing, singing, socializing and all outdoor activities. He especially enjoyed his four-legged companion, Libby Girl. He is survived by his lifetime partner, Tammy Baker; along with two sons, Brent Davis and his wife, Jennifer, of Lincoln and Kyle Davis and his wife, Kellie, of Steep Falls; one stepdaughter, Jesse Baker of Boca Raton, Fla.; six grandchildren, Travis Davis, Timothy Davis, Brent Davis Jr., Brandon Davis, Kenedie Davis and Kalia Davis; three brothers, Blaine Davis and his wife, Sheila, of New Jersey, Gerald Davis and his wife, Mona, of Lincoln and Terrance Davis and his wife, Debbie, of Howland; several aunts, many nieces, nephews and cousins. Timmy is leaving behind a very special cousin, Michael Goodwin of Lincoln. He was predeceased by his son, Timothy Davis; and an infant sister. Timmy, you will be greatly missed, but we all know that you will be "Rocking that Place." Friends may call 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Tuesday, May 10, at Clay Funeral Home, 7 Lee Road, Lincoln, where funeral services will be held 10 a.m. Wednesday. Interment will be at Lincoln Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a scholarship fund in his name. For an online guest book, please visit |
Tuesday, May 10, 2011 2:23 PM |
NORTHFORD, CT — William L. Wells, of Northford, CT, formally of South Harpswell, ME, Hamden, Cheshire and Farmington, CT passed away quietly Saturday April 30th at Clintonville Manor in North Haven CT. Bill was born in Hartford CT April 25th 1916 to Harold and Mabel Wells of Farmington CT. |
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