Wednesday, May 11, 2011

Maine Obituaries 05/11/2011


 

Arlene A. (Bernier) Knight

Wednesday, May 11, 2011 2:09 PM 

BRUNSWICK — Arlene A. (Bernier) Knight, 72, died May 10, 2011 in Topsham.


 


 

Barbara Gray Poors

HANCOCK - Barbara Gray Poors, 52, passed away May 2, 2011, at a Bangor hospital, after a brutal battle with cancer that started in February of this year. She was born Oct. 4, 1958, in Bar Harbor, the daughter of Shirley and Virginia Gray. Barbara was a loving person, never complained, was extremely humble and was a great listener. She worked at a number of places in and around the Ellsworth area during the last 30 years where people remember her as kind, gentle and patient. She was a devoted wife to Laurel Poors; and mother to daughter, Jennifer Poors. She is also survived by her mother, Virginia M. Gray of Hancock; brother, Carl Dannenburg and wife, Judie, of Surry; sisters, Linda Harmon and companion, Fred Crowley, of Columbia Falls, Dorothy Grant and husband, Myron, of Eastbrook, Sheila Gray and companion, Henri DesRosiers, of Brewer and Mary Teasley and husband, Wayne, of Smyrna, Tenn.; brother-in-law, Bruce Clark of Ellsworth; stepchildren, Daniel Poors and companion, Stephanie Scott, and her two sons, Jedd and Landen, of Ellsworth; stepdaughter, Kimberly Poors of Hancock and stepgranddaughter, Jessica Poors; father-in-law, Bryant Poors of Ellsworth, who adored her; several nieces and nephews. She will be sadly missed by her two very special dogs, Abby and Jack. She was predeceased by her father. A memorial service will be held 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 17, at Union Congregational Church of Ellsworth Falls, UCC with the Rev. Emily Taylor officiating. Condolences may be expressed at


 


 

Barbara L. Baxter

HAMPDEN - Barbara Lee Baxter passed away May 6, 2011, at a Bangor hospital with her family beside her. Barbara was born Jan. 4, 1929, in Highland Park, Mich., to Marion (Keesy) and Donald O. White. She was primarily raised in Columbus, Ohio, by her father and caring stepmother, Mary (Harner) White, all of whom predeceased her. Barbara lived in Columbus, Ohio, most of her early life. After marrying Bill, they traveled wherever his military career took them thus enabling them to see our wonderful country and beyond. When her husband retired from their last duty station, Loring Air Force Base in 1972, they decided to settle in Hampden, near where Bill had relatives and where he lived as a youth in Winterport. Barbara graduated from high school and IBM Key Punch School in Columbus, Ohio. She worked at many jobs during her life in dress shops, motor freight companies and insurance companies, plus many other miscellaneous jobs. She worked for the Federal Civil Service at various bases where her husband was stationed. After settling in Maine she worked at a variety of part-time jobs, finally retiring after 10 years of service with the Department of Labor and Department of Human Services. Barbara always felt like she had a rich life, if anything seemed less than perfect, she always thought perfection, like beauty was all in the eye of the beholder. She had an unstoppable knack for just getting on with things, always finding some joy and a bit of humor in each day. She is survived by her longtime companion and loving husband of 55 years, William E. Baxter of Hampden; her constant friend and dear daughter, Lisa A. Perkins and husband, Jeff; her adored son, William K. Baxter of Hampden; and her dearly loved first-born son, Donald L. Ellis and wife, Millie, of Waipahu, Hawaii. She also leaves seven grandchildren, Crissa (Baxter) Fettig and husband, Bill, of Hermon, William E. Baxter and fiancee, JoAnna Gilkey of New Hampshire, Casey G. Baxter of Orland, David G. Smedal of Hampden, Donald L. Ellis Jr., Justin R. Ellis and Suzanne M. Ellis of Atlanta; also one step-granddaughter, Candice Chun of Hawaii. Barbara is survived by three great-grandchildren, Nathaniel Fettig, Gavin Ellis Cobb and Kyra Oda. Barbara was also predeceased by her beloved brother, Gregory Charles White; and her first husband, John Ellis. To her family and friends she says, "It's been great, so please share a smile, a pleasant thought or a laugh if something brings you a memory of me." As per her wishes, there will be no visiting hours. A private graveside service will be held for immediate family only at Oak Hill Cemetery, Winterport. Arrangements entrusted to Hampden-Gilpatrick Funeral Home, 45 Western Ave., Hampden.


 


 

Barbara Morse Elcik

ELCIK, BARBARA MORSE - 84, of Windham, Dec. 12, 2010. Graveside service, 1 p.m., May 14, Hillside Cemetery, Lisbon Falls. Dolby Funeral Chapel, Windham.


 


 

Barbara Y. Cutting

CUTTING, BARBARA Y. - 91, May 9, 2011. Visiting hours, May 13, 6-8 p.m., Bailey Funeral Home, Lancaster, N.H. Funeral service, Saturday, 11 a.m., Lancaster Congregational United Church of Christ. Graveside committal service, 4 p.m., Pine Grove Cemetery, Warner, N.H.


 


 

Barbara Y. Cutting*

Barbara Y., Cutting, 91, LANCASTER, N.H. -- Barbara Y. Cutting, 91, died on Monday morning, May 9, 2011, at the Country Village Genesis Eldercare Center., Mrs. Cutting was born in Wolfeboro, N.H., on June 23, 1919, the daughter of Carl L. and Beatrice (Kimball) Young., Barbara was raised in Wolfeboro and graduated from Brewster Academy. After attending business college she worked for a time and later married her late husband, Earl L. Cutting of Warner, N.H. They resided throughout New England but were longtime residents of Portland., She was a talented pianist and organist and has performed for the Order of the Easter Star and in various churches. Late in life she became an avid Red Sox fan., Church memberships include the Central Square Baptist Church, Portland, and the Congregational United Church of Christ, Lancaster, N.H. She was past worthy matron of the Deering Chapter #59, OES., Family members include a son, C. Wayne Cutting and wife Sydnie M. Smith of Kennebunk, a daughter, Linda C. Hutchins and husband Dave of Lancaster, N.H.; five grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. Earl predeceased her in May of 2010., Visiting hours will be held on Friday evening, May 13, from 6 to 8 p.m., at the Bailey Funeral Home, Lancaster, N.H. A funeral service will be held on Saturday morning at 11 a.m. at the Lancaster Congregational United Church of Christ. A graveside committal service will follow at 4 p.m. in Pine Grove Cemetery, Warner, N.H. Arrangements are under the direction of Bailey Funeral Home, Lancaster, N.H. Please go to, for more information or to send an online condolence.


 


 

Bernard G. "Bern" Bolduc

Bolduc, Bernard G. "Bern," 74, of Winslow, died May 8 in Portland. 


 


 

Bernard G. "Bern" Bolduc*

WINSLOW -- We announce with a deep sorrow in our hearts, the loss of Bernard "Bern" G. Bolduc, 74, who went home peacefully with his Lord, with his beloved wife and family at his side, on May 8, 2011, at Maine Medical Center in Portland., Born Jan. 16, 1937, he was the son of Elucippe and Mildred (Vining) Bolduc. He attended parochial schools and graduated from Waterville High School in 1955., Bernard served proudly in the Army 16th Artillery at Fort Bragg, N.C. He also was on the rifle team and was honored Soldier of the Month. He served in the National Guard Reserve. He worked most of his adult life in paper mills., He married Juliette "Judy" E. Douin May 7, 1960, and had one daughter, Debora A. Bolduc-Burke, and two lovely granddaughters, Amanda Marie and Ruth Ann Bolduc-Burke. His family meant everything to him. He was a good man, a good caring, loving husband, father and grandfather. He had a great sense of humor. He was an avid outdoors man. He was a skilled rabbit hunter, took pride in the land and enjoyed working in his woodland garden. He enjoyed nature walks especially with his dog, Rosy. He believed in exercising and keeping physically fit. His hobbies were reading, watching sports, cross country skiing and hunting. His departure will leave a deep void in our hearts, but his love and cherished memories will help fill in the empty spaces. He will always be fondly remembered for his deep caring and devotion to his family., He is survived by his beloved wife, friend and soulmate of 51 years, Juliette "Judy" E. Bolduc; sister Patricia Hewins and husband Coral; sister-in-law Lucille Bolduc; two brothers-in-law, Roland "Joe" Douin and Paul Douin; two granddaughters, Amanda Marie and Ruth Ann Bolduc-Burke; several nieces, nephews and cousins., He was predeceased by his parents, Elucippe and Mildred Bolduc; brother James Bolduc; his loving daughter, Debora "Debbie" A. Bolduc, in 2006; recently his dear mother-in-law, Adrienne B. Douin, whom he helped take care of most of his married life., Bernard's wife wants to acknowledge the exceptional care from doctors, nurses and staff of MaineGeneral Medical Center and Maine Medical Center in Portland, along with the caring kindness that was shown to him, his wife and family that many times went beyond the call of duty., Family and friends may call from 6 to 9 p.m. Thursday, May 12, at Gallant Funeral Home, 10 Elm St., Waterville. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at noon Friday, May 13, at St. John the Baptist Church, 26 Monument St., Winslow., In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts in Bernard Bolduc's name may be made to the Tuition Assistance Fund at St. John Catholic School, c/o the Rev. Joseph Daniels, Corpus Christi Parish, 70 Pleasant St., Waterville, ME 04901., Condolences and memories may be shared in the guestbook at www.gallantfh.com.


 


 

Bertha L. Gumtill

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. 


 


 

Charles Laurence "Larry" Phillips

PHILLIPS, CHARLES LAURENCE 'LARRY' - 94, May 8, 2011, in Scarborough. Funeral services privat. Jones Rich & Hutchins Funeral Home, 199 Woodford St., Portland.


 


 

Charles Laurence "Larry" Phillips*

Charles Laurence 'Larry' Phillips, 94, SCARBOROUGH -- Charles Laurence 'Larry' Phillips, 94, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 8, 2011, at the Maine Veterans Home in Scarborough., He was born on Easter Sunday, April 8, 1917, in Dayton, Ohio, the second child of the late George Phillips of Kennebunk and Alice (Froding) Phillips originally from Karlstad, Sweden. He attended South Portland schools and was a 1936 graduate of South Portland High School. He briefly attended college in Portland before joining the, Air Corps in 1942., After returning to Maine, he began working for York Electric where he worked for 30 years as a master electrician., In 1946 he married the kind and caring love of his life, Mildred Withee of Portland. He attended church at the First Methodist Church in South Portland and later at Peoples Methodist Church where he served on various boards and as a Boy Scout Leader., As a young man Larry enjoyed hunting and fishing with his father in the wilds of Maine. In 1928 his family built a cottage on Panther Pond in Raymond where he spent his summers, boating, fishing, swimming and watching the loons, ducks and other wildlife. In his later years he enjoyed gardening, traveling and long walks and picnics by the ocean with Mildred., He spent the final years of his life at the Gorham House and his final months at the Maine Veterans Home in Scarborough where he was lovingly cared for by the nurses and staff., He was predeceased by his wife, Mildred; and sister, Vivian. He is survived by his daughters, Susan Howard and her husband Michael of Amherst, Mass., Cynthia Doughty and her husband Paul of Cape Elizabeth; and grandchildren, Brian and Jeff Doughty and Kirianna Howard., He will be lovingly remembered as hardworking and generous by family and friends., Funeral services will be held privately for family. Arrangements by Jones Rich & Hutchins Funeral Home, located on 199 Woodford St., in Portland. Please visit, for additional information and to sign Larry's guest book., In lieu of flowers, memorial, contributions may be made to:, The Maine Audubon Society, 20 Gilsland Farm Rd., Falmouth, Maine 04105, (207)781-2330, Charles Laurence 'Larry' Phillips, Jones, Rich & Hutchins, Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 775-3763


 


 

Clarence M. "Sonny" Pride Jr.

PRIDE, CLARENCE M. 'SONNY' JR. - 80, of Debray, Fla. & Raymond, Feb. 18, 2011. Graveside service, 1 p.m., May 13, Blanchard Cemetery, Falmouth. Dolby Funeral Chapel, Windham.


 


 

Clarence M. "Sonny" Pride Jr.*

Clarence M. 'Sonny' Pride Jr., 80, RAYMOND -- Clarence M. 'Sonny' Pride Jr., 80, of Debray, Fla. and Raymond, died on Feb. 18, 2011., A graveside service will be held at 1 p.m. on Friday, May 13, 2011, at Blanchard Cemetery, Falmouth. Arrangements are by Dolby Funeral Chapel, Windham., Service Announcement


 


 

Corwin 'Corky' Packard

Wednesday, May 11, 2011 12:00 AM 

AUBURN — Corwin “Corky” Packard, 80, of West Poland passed away Monday, May 9, surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Westfield, Mass., Jan. 7, 1931, the son of Roy and Elizabeth “Betty” Packard. He graduated in 1949 from Westfield High School. He was...


 


 

Daniel A. Hall

Hall, Daniel A., 53, of Fairfield, died May 6 in Lewiston. 


 


 

Daniel A. Hall*

FAIRFIELD -- Daniel A. Hall, 53, of Fairfield died Friday, May 6, 2011, at Central Maine Medical Center in Lewiston. He was born in Gardiner on July 7, 1957, a son of James and Phyllis Chapman Hall., Dan attended Richmond schools. He had been employed in various nursing homes most of his working career before his disability., He was predeceased by his mother, Phyllis Hall, on June 2, 2006, He is survived by his father, James Hall, of Fairfield; his brother, Michael Hall, and his wife, Lisa, of Norridgewock; his sister, Patricia Brayley, and her husband, Robert, of West Gardiner., Services will be private., Arrangements are under the care of Staples Funeral Home, 53 Brunswick Ave., Gardiner.


 


 

Dolores E. Medeske

Wednesday, May 11, 2011 2:09 PM 

BRUNSWICK — Dolores E. Medeske left this world on May 9, 2011 to enter her eternal home. She was born on August 26, 1931 to John and Mary (Leskovitz) Medeske in New York City.


 


 

Don Basher

WINTER HARBOR - Committal services for Don Basher will be held 2 p.m. Sunday, May 15, at Brookside Cemetery, Winter Harbor, with the Rev. Eugene Demmons officiating. 


 


 

Donald A. Moody

MOODY, DONALD A. - 80, March 30, 2011. Service of Remembrance, 11 a.m., May 14, Pine Hill Cemetery, Wells Branch. 


 


 

Donald E. Gordon

DEXTER - A military committal service for Donald E. Gordon, who died Dec. 24, 2010, will be held 1 p.m. Monday, May 16, at Mount Pleasant Cemetery, Dexter. Arrangements are by Crosby & Neal, Dexter.


 


 

Doris A. Owen

BLUE HILL - A graveside service will be held to honor the life of Doris Owen 1 p.m. Saturday, May 14, at Seaside Cemetery, Blue Hill. There will be a reception after the service starting 2 p.m. at Marlintini's restaurant, Mines Road, Blue Hill.


 


 

Doris G. Murphy

MURPHY, DORIS 'DOT' G. - 79, of Biddeford, May 5, 2011, in Scarborough. Graveside service, St. Joseph's Cemetery, Biddeford. Cote Funeral Home, Saco


 


 

Dorothy N. Mahoney

MAHONEY, DOROTHY N. - April 16, 2011. Memorial service, 11 a.m., May 13, St. Ansgar Lutheran Church, 515 Woodford St., Portland.


 


 

Dorothy Newlander Mahoney*

Dorothy Newlander Mahoney, Service Announcement, PORTLAND -- A memorial service for Dorothy N. Mahoney, who passed away on April 16, 2011, will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, May 13, 2011, at St. Ansgar Lutheran Church, 515 Woodford St., Portland., If desired, donations in her memory may be made to St. Ansgar, Lutheran Church Memorial Fund.


 


 

Dorothy Pearl Asselin

Wednesday, May 11, 2011 12:00 AM 

LEWISTON — Dorothy Pearl Asselin, 85, of 98 Wood St., died Monday, May 9, at St. Mary's Regional Medical Center after a three day stay. She was born in New Germany, Nova Scotia, Jan. 1, 1926. She was educated in Auburn schools. Mrs. Asselin was a member of the Prince of Peace ...


 


 

Edna A. (Dauphinee) Simonsen

SIMONSEN, EDNA A. (DAUPHINEE) - 88, May 10, 2011, in Gloucester, Mass. Funeral service, St. John's Episcopal Church, Saugus, Mass., Friday, 11 a.m. Visiting hours, Thursday, 5-8 p.m., Bisbee-Porcella Funeral Home, 549 Lincoln Ave., Saugus, Mass. Interment, Puritan Lawn Memorial Park, Peabody, Mass.


 


 

Edna A. (Dauphinee) Simonsen*

Edna A. (Dauphinee) Simonsen, 88, GLOUCESTER, Mass., formerly of SAUGUS, Mass. -- Mrs. Edna A. (Dauphinee) Simonsen, 88, died on Tuesday, May 10, 2011, at the Seacoast Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Gloucester, Mass. She was the wife of the late Aage A. Simonsen., Born in Brookline, Mass., she was the daughter of the late Harry and Gladys (Hemeon) Dauphinee., Mrs. Simonsen retired from Royal Globe Insurance of Boston after 25 years of service where she worked as an administrative assistant. Prior to moving to Gloucester several years ago, she had been a resident of Saugus for 50 years. She was a former member of St. John's Episcopal Church Ladies Guild and a devoted homemaker., Mrs. Simonsen is survived by two sons, Peter Simonsen and his wife Diane of Beverly, Mass., Paul Simonsen and his wife Linda of Buxton; and her beloved granddaughter, Kimberly., A funeral service will be held in St. John's Episcopal Church, Central and Prospect Streets, Saugus, Mass., on Friday at 11 a.m. Relatives and friends invited. Visiting hours will be on Thursday from 5-8 p.m. at the Bisbee-Porcella Funeral Home, 549 Lincoln Ave., Saugus, Mass. Interment will be in Puritan Lawn Memorial Park, Peabody, Mass. For directions and condolences:, In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to:, St. John's Alter Guild, 8 Prospect St., Saugus, Massachusetts 01906


 


 

Elayne Kathryn Page

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.


 


 

Elizabeth O. Campbell

MILLINOCKET - Committal services for Elizabeth O. Campbell, who died Jan. 18, 2011, will be held 10 a.m. Saturday, May 14, at Millinocket Cemetery. Arrangements by Lamson Funeral Home, Millinocket. 


 


 

Emma Irene Leo

LEO, EMMA IRENE - 85, May 9, 2011. Visitation, May 15, 5-8 p.m. & funeral service, May 16, 10 a.m., Jones, Rich & Hutchins Funeral Home. 


 


 

Ernest F. Bonjour

BONJOUR, ERNEST F. - 92, of Kalamazoo, Mich., April 6, 2011. Celebration of life memorial service, May 14, 11 a.m., Windham Hill United Church of Christ, 140 Windham Center Rd., Windham. 


 


 

Ernest F. Bonjour*

Ernest F. Bonjour, 92, KALAMAZOO, Mich. -- Ernest F. Bonjour, 92, of Kalamazoo, Mich., died on April 6, 2011., He is the father of Dr. Paul Bonjour of Windham, and Jon Bonjour of Thomaston., A celebration of life memorial service will be held on May 14, 2011, at 11 a.m., at the Windham Hill United Church of Christ, 140 Windham Center Rd., Windham. Friends and family are welcome to attend., Celebration of Life


 


 

Esther A. Littlefield

CORINNA - Graveside committal services for Esther A. Littlefield, who died Jan. 21, 2011, will be held 12:15 p.m. Saturday, May 21, at Corinna Center Cemetery. Arrangements by Crosby & Neal Chapel, Corinna.


 


 

Eva Packard Mosher*

OAKLAND -- Eva Packard Mosher 87, died April 27, 2011, at the Brookdale Senior Living Center in Spring Hill, Fla., She was born in Fairfield on June 29, 1923, the second child of Robert and Mary (Francoeur) Packard. Eva attended Oakland schools, graduating from Williams High School., Mrs. Mosher was employed a short time by Diamond International Corp. in Oakland and for several years as a paper tester at Hollingsworth and Whitney Co. in Winslow. She and her husband built and managed one of the first deluxe mobile home parks in Clearwater, Fla., and they established Import Motors of Clearwater., For more than 50 years, Eva spent her winters in Clearwater, St. Petersburg, Fla., and more recently in Brooksville, Fla. After the passing of her husband, she continued to drive herself to Florida, along with her companion, Bootsie. She loved the outdoors and maintained a garden, which she shared with friends and neighbors, in both Maine and Florida. One her greatest pleasures was helping others. She was an accomplished seamstress, making many of her own clothes. Eva was a former member of the Oakland-Sidney United Methodist Church, where she at one time taught Sunday School., Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her husband or 48 years, Franklin Mosher; an infant sister, Mary Evangeline Packard; her brother, Edward Packard; two sisters, Margaret Claire Stevens and Rosie Belle Fortier; and a special nephew, David Stevens. Surviving are a stepdaughter, Jacklyn Clements of Enfield; a stepson, Franklin Mosher of Groton, Conn.; a niece, Debra Williams, and husband Rodney of Bingham; four nephews Paul Stevens and wife Hope, Mark Stevens and wife Mary, Gary Stevens and wife Lori and Dale Stevens and wife Lynne; and many great nieces and nephews., Friends are invited to visit from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at Wheeler Funeral Home, 26 Church St., Oakland, where a funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. on Thursday., In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Waterville Area Humane Society, 200 Webb Road Waterville, ME 04901.


 


 

Evelyn and Harry Carey

MILO and LEVANT - A graveside service for Evelyn E. Carey, who died Jan. 28, 2011, and her son, Harry E. Carey, who died Jan. 25, 2011, will be conducted 1 p.m. Friday, May 13, at Evergreen Cemetery, Milo. Arrangements are in the care of Lary Funeral Home, Milo.


 


 

Everett S. Knowlton Jr.

Wednesday, May 11, 2011 12:00 AM 

AUBURN — Everett S. Knowlton Jr., 74, of Leeds died on Saturday, May 7, at Androscoggin Home Care and Hospice. He was born March 19, 1937, the son of Everett and Rosella (Obie) Knowlton. Everett, also called Tex and Sonny, was in the U.S. Marine Corps from 1955 to 1958, and worked ma...


 


 

Gary Lawton

ORLANDO, Fla. - Gary Lawton, 69, passed from this life into eternal life May 8, 2011, after a brief illness. He would have turned 70 May 18, 2011. A devoted husband, son, father, grandfather, brother and friend, Gary touched the hearts and lives of so many through his exceptional generosity and kindness. Born Gary Leigh Lawton to Clark and Lurlene Lawton in Southwest Harbor, Gary grew up fishing and hunting. Maine humor had an obvious effect on him. He graduated from Husson College, Bangor, in 1963, and became a teacher. His parents moved to Orlando, Fla., in June 1965, and after visiting them for Christmas and enjoying the mild Florida winter, Gary also decided to move to Orlando, Fla. He worked at Martin Marietta for five years before he was hired as the 363rd employee at Walt Disney World before the park opened in 1971. His job in personnel and employee relations allowed him to form many lifelong friendships during his 26-year career there. He served as a marshall at the Disney Classic golf tournaments during his tenure. Upon retiring from Disney, Gary joined Cintas, where he was a valued colleague for 13 years. In his community Gary was a Little League coach and umpire for more than 20 years. What will be missed most about Gary is his quick-witted humor, his heart of gold, his passion for giving, and his tireless devotion to his family and friends. Gary loved traveling with Connie, playing golf, fishing and spending time with his grandchildren. Most of all, he loved making dreams come true for others. Surviving Gary is his wife, Connie Lawton; his mother, Lurlene Lawton; his brothers, Wayne and Alan Lawton; and his children and grandchildren, Kellie Lawton and daughter, Ryleigh, Kevin Lawton and children, Lauren and Ryan, Alison McAleenan and children, Sean, Evan and Kylie, Scot Kerr, and Amy Black and son, Brennan. Gary's memorial service will be held 6 p.m. Saturday, May 14, at Windermere Union Church, 10710 Park Ridge Gotha Road, Windermere, Fla. In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting donations in Gary's honor to the


 


 

George L. Bubar Sr.

GREENBUSH - George L. Bubar Sr., passed away May 6, 2011. He was born May 18, 1933, in Caribou. He was predeceased by his parents and his wife of 54 years, Virginia, and their son, Joseph. George served in the, as a part of the Railroad Battalion. He lived in Greenbush for more than 20 years and drove truck for LaBree's Bakery until his retirement. He was a wonderful husband, a great father and a loving grandfather and great-grandfather. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. George is survived by his four children, 10 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren, Marie and her husband, Nasser Rassi, and their children, Reza, Rhyem, Rana and Roya and two great-grandchildren; George Bubar Jr. and his wife, Karen, and their children, Nancy and Kimberly; George's son, Chris and his wife, Samantha, and great-grandson, Keagan; Dale Jean and her husband, Robert, and their daughter, Trysha; Pamela Quinn and her daughters, Tanya and Deseree and great-granddaughter, Sophia; and his last surviving sibling, Floyd Bubar and his wife, Donna. A celebration of George's life will be held 1 p.m. Saturday, May 14, at United Baptist Church, 86 Middle St., Old Town, with the Rev. Bruce Stevens officiating. A graveside service will be after the service. Arrangements with Clay Funeral Home, 7 Lee Road, Lincoln. Notes of condolences may be left at, and


 


 

Gilbert Beliveau

Wednesday, May 11, 2011 12:00 AM 

AUGUSTA — Gilbert Beliveau passed away peacefully Sunday, May 8, at the Gray Birch nursing facility. He was born in Lewiston, May 12, 1932, the son of Dr. Romeo and Jean Beliveau. Mr. Beliveau attended St. Dominic High School and enlisted in the U.S. Army upon graduation, wher...


 


 

Gwendolyn Bessey

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.


 


 

Hazel E. Lafland

ASHLAND - A committal service for Hazel E. Lafland, 89, who died April 26, 2011, will be held 3:30 p.m. Friday, May 13, at Masardis Municipal Cemetery. A service of Stimson-Ouellette Funeral Home, Ashland. 


 


 

Henry Alton Pease

PEASE, HENRY ALTON - in Brownfield, May 5, 2011. 


 


 

Henry Cook Waters

Waters, Henry Cook, 86, died Nov 23, 2010, at Togus. 


 


 

Henry Cook Waters Jr.*

AUGUSTA -- Henry Cook Waters Jr. born 86 years ago in Winchester, Mass., passed away Nov. 23, 2010, at the Togus Veteran's Hospital in Augusta., Henry was born Nov. 4, 1924, in Winchester, the son of Henry C. and Constance (Dow) Waters., He had a distinguished Army military career serving during World War II and was captured and imprisoned in the Battle of the Bulge in the waning months of the war in 1944. He escaped from the POW camp and was subsequently recaptured by liberating Russian forces and held until his identity could be established., After the war, he finished college at Norwich University and completed his masters at Boston University., He joined General Electric in the management training program and went on to handle sales for international operations until leaving the company to run his own business for years, until he retired to Maine., He was an Army Reserve officer retiring with the rank of captain., He is survived by his wife, Patricia, and her son, Raymond O'Regan, and Caroline Rodriquez; a son, Henry Cook Waters III; and a daughter, Constance D. Waters, from a previous marriage. He will be missed by family and friends and his Veteran comrades at Togus., Friends may visit 10 a.m.-noon Saturday, May 14, at Knowlton and Hewins Funeral Home, One Church St., Augusta. A graveside service will be held at 1 p.m. at Whitefield Cemetery., Condolences may be sent to the family through www.khrfuneralhomes.com., ,


 


 

Hope E. Blackwelder

Wednesday, May 11, 2011 12:00 AM

SALISBURY, N.C. — Hope Ella (Rousseau) Blackwelder left us to be with Jesus on May 7. She passed away unexpectedly at Rowan Regional Hospital. She leaves behind her five children, Johnathan Cox, Joshua Rousseau, Faith Rousseau, Patience Rousseau and Sampson Cote; her brothers and sis...


 


 

Inez M. McEachern

ASHLAND - A committal service for Inez M. McEachern, 91, who died April 8, 2011, will be held 2 p.m. Friday, May 13, at Ashland Municipal Cemetery. A service of Stimson-Ouellette Funeral Home, Ashland.


 


 

Irene Ann Cushing

Wednesday, May 11, 2011 12:00 AM 

FARMINGTON — Irene Ann Cushing, 74, of Farmington passed away Tuesday, May 10, at Sandy River Center for Healthcare surrounded by her family. She was born Nov. 13, 1936, the daughter of Fred and Sadie (Pomerleau) Richard. Irene was a 1955 graduate of Livermore Falls High and had a de...


 


 

Jane Anne Baron

Wednesday, May 11, 2011 2:09 PM 

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.


 


 

Jeanne E. Merrow

Wednesday, May 11, 2011 2:09 PM 

KENNEBUNK — Jeanne Merrow died peacefully on Friday, April 29, 2011 as she had lived, on her own terms and with her great spirit unbowed.


 


 

Jeanne Merrow

MERROW, JEANNE - April 29, 2011. Private family celebration of life. Bibber Memorial Chapel. 


 


 

Jeannette B. Vachon

Wednesday, May 11, 2011 12:00 AM

LEWISTON — Jeannette B. Vachon, 81, formerly of 20 O’Connell St., Lewiston, died Tuesday, May 10, surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Lewiston, Dec. 28, 1929, the daughter of Charles and Armoza Dupere Beaulieu. Educated in local schools, she married Gerard L.A. Vac...


 


 

Joan Kress Pfarr

PFARR, JOAN KRESS - 70, of Denton, Texas, May 6, 2011. Visitation, 6-8 p.m., May 12, Mulkey-Mason, Jack Schmitz and Son Funeral Home, Denton, Texas. Funeral service, 2 p.m., May 13, chapel of Denton Bible Church, Denton, Texas. Interment, Roselawn Memorial Park.


 


 

Joan Kress Pfarr*

Joan Kress Pfarr, 70, DENTON, Texas -- Joan Kress Pfarr, 70, of Denton, Texas, died on Friday, May 6, 2011, at her home in Denton., Mrs. Pfarr was born on April 29, 1941, in Elgin, Ill., to George Joseph and Violet Virginia (Hanson) Stanek. She attended Northern Illinois University. She was a retired banker working in the past for Key Bank, First State Bank/Wells Fargo Bank. She was married to Robert Lawrence Pfarr on Dec. 29, 1990, in Portland., A visitation will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, May 12, 2011, at Mulkey-Mason, Jack Schmitz and Son Funeral Home, 705 N. Locust, Denton, Texas. A funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. on Friday, May 13, 2011, in the chapel of Denton Bible Church, 2300 University Dr., Denton, Texas. The Rev. Mike Spencer will officiate the service. Interment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be George D. Kress, Joshua P. Kress, Matthew J. Kress, Michael J. Kress II, and Jordon P. Kress. Online condolences may be left at, Mrs. Pfarr is survived by her husband, Robert Lawrence Pfarr of Denton, Texas; sons, Michael J. Kress and his wife Judy of Westwood, Mass., Stephen P. Kress and his wife Carrie of Aubrey, Texas, Daniel R. Kress and his wife Laura of Denton, Texas, Theodore B. Kress of San Antonio, Texas; stepdaughters, Kristin A. Blanchard and her husband Josh of Daphne, Ala., Jennifer M. Proly and her husband Ryan of Tampa, Fla.; brothers, Donald G. Stanek of Chapel Hill, Tenn., Thomas E. Stanek of Sanger, Texas; 14 grandchildren; and former husband, Richard W. Kress II of Pompano Beach, Fla., In lieu of flowers, memorials, may be made to:, The Denton Humane Society, P.O. Box 1972, Denton, Texas 76202


 


 

Joseph A. Garland

GARLAND, JOSEPH A. - 82, of Old Orchard Beach, May 9, 2011, in Scarborough. Visiting hours, 9-10 a.m., May 13, Hope Memorial Chapel, 480 Elm St., Biddeford & memorial service, 10 a.m., Friday. Burial, Laurel Hill Cemetery, Saco. 


 


 

Joseph A. Garland*

Joseph A. Garland, 82, OLD ORCHARD BEACH -- Joseph A. Garland, 82, of Old Orchard Beach, died on Monday morning, May 9, 2011, at the Gosnell Memorial Hospice in Scarborough. He was born on Aug. 18, 1928, in Sanford, the son of Albert and Florine Garland and came to Old Orchard Beach as a young child. He was educated there and also attended Portland Junior College., Mr. Garland served with the, during, On April 26, 1952, he married Lucille Demeule at St. Joseph's Church in Biddeford., He owned and operated Garland's Oil Service for 43 years from 1954 to 1997 and Garland's Cottages in Old Orchard Beach from 1963 to 2002., Mr. Garland was a member of St. Margaret's Church. He was a life member of the Biddeford & Saco, #1597, the American Legion and the V.F.W Post 7997 in Old Orchard Beach. He enjoyed boating in Saco Bay and vacationing in Florida., The family would like to express their appreciation to Mr. Garland's devoted caregivers Betty, Heidi, Jamie and Lori., Preceding him in death was his sister, Eyvonne Tarazewich in 2007. Surviving are his wife of 59 years, Lucille Garland of Old Orchard Beach; one son, Steven Garland and his wife Evelyn of Cape Elizabeth, two daughters, Sharon Karalekas and her husband Charles of So. Elgin, Ill., Linda Bailer and her husband Paul of Scarborough; six grandchildren, Spencer and Thomas Garland, Peter and Michael Karalekas, Kelsey and Jillian Bailer; and two cousins, Ronald Labranche and Carole Bragdon., Visiting hours will be from 9-10 a.m. on Friday, May 13, 2011, at Hope Memorial Chapel, 480 Elm St., Biddeford. A memorial service will follow at 10 a.m. on Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Laurel Hill Cemetery in Saco. To share condolences online, please visit, In lieu of flowers, donations in Joseph's memory may be made to:, The Gosnell Memorial Hospice, 11 Hunnewell Rd., Scarborough, Maine 04074, Joseph A. Garland


 


 

June E. Clinch

CLINCH, JUNE E. - 75, of Gray, Dec. 26, 2010. Graveside service, 10 a.m., May 14, Hillside Cemetery, Gorham. Dolby Funeral Chapel, Windham. 


 


 

Kate Swift

SWIFT, KATE - 87, May 7, 2011, in Middletown, Conn. 


 


 

Kate Swift #1

Wednesday, May 11, 2011 2:09 PM 

EAST HADDAM, CT — Kate Swift, a writer and editor who was a pioneer in the feminist analysis of language, died Saturday, May 7, 2011 at Middlesex Hospital in Middletown, CT. She was 87.


 


 

Kenneth Forrest Cook Jr.

HARRINGTON - Ken Cook Jr. died peacefully Saturday, May 7, 2011, from a long illness. He was born May 23, 1936, in Northfield Falls, Vt., a son of Kenneth Sr. and Alberta Paye Cook. At age 7 he and his family moved to Thetford Center, Vt., where he resided until 1979 when he moved to Harrington. In 1990 he married Louise Redimarker and they made their home on Marshville Road. Ken enjoyed fishing, gardening, hunting and being on the ocean. He learned the drywall trade and had his own business for many years. He is survived by his devoted wife of 21 years; three children by his first marriage, Donna Cook of East Thetford, Vt., Ronald Terri Cook of West Fairlee, Vt., and Catherine Ann Cook of Hartford, Vt.; and one stepson, Brent Redimarker of Addison. He has six grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren, several nieces and nephews. He leaves behind some very special friends, Mark Strout and family, Frank Thompson and family, Galen Rhulin, and many others. He leaves one brother, Roderick Cook of Bradford, Vt.; and two sisters, Gloria Hall of Burnsville, N.C., and Goldie Jameison of Silver Springs, Fla. He was predeceased by his parents; and a brother, Richard Cook of East Hampton, Conn. There will be no services at his request. A service of Bragdon-Kelley Funeral Home, Main Street, Milbridge.


 


 

Kenneth McKinnon Read Jr.

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.


 


 

Marguerite M. Gill

GILL, MARGUERITE M. - of Falmouth, Jan. 3, 2011. Graveside service, 11 a.m., May 14, Calvary Cemetery, South Portland. Hobbs Funeral Home, 230 Cottage Rd., South Portland.


 


 

Marie Burnell

BURNELL, MARIE - 91, May 8, 2011. Graveside service, May 12, 11 a.m., Old West Baldwin Cemetery. 


 


 

Mavis I. Estabrook

ESTABROOK, MAVIS I. - 75, of Cumberland, March 8, 2011. Visiting hours, 9-10 a.m., May 16, Dolby Funeral Chapel, 434 River Rd., Windham & funeral services, 11 a.m. Burial, Farris Cemetery, Cumberland. 


 


 

Mavis I. Estabrook*

Mavis I. Estabrook, 75, CUMBERLAND -- Mavis I. Estabrook, 75, of Cumberland, died on March 8, 2011., Visiting hours will be from 9-10 a.m. on Monday, May 16, 2011, at the Dolby Funeral Chapel, 434 River Rd., Windham, with funeral services at 11 a.m. at the chapel. Burial to follow at the Farris Cemetery, Cumberland., Service Announcement


 


 

Melvon Clayton Jimmo

ASHLAND - A committal service with military honors for Melvon Clayton Jimmo, 77, who died Feb. 16, 2011, will be held 2 p.m. Monday, May 16, at Ashland Municipal Cemetery. A service of Stimson-Ouellette Funeral Home, Ashland.


 


 

Michael P. Carver

BANGOR - Michael P. Carver, 24, died peacefully in his mother's arms, May 6, 2011, in Orono. He was born Feb. 7, 1987, in Bangor, the son of Debra L. Kelley. Michael is survived by his mother of Bangor; his sister, Catherine Carver of Vermont; an aunt, Kathleen Fonseca of Rhode Island; and by two uncles, Walter and Frankie Cook. Michael's family gratefully thanks the different agencies that helped provide excellent care for him over the years. Family and friends may visit 5-7 p.m. Thursday, May 12, at Kiley & Foley Funeral Service, 299 Union St., Bangor. A memorial service to honor Michael's life will be held noon Friday, May 13, at Hammond Street Congregational Church, Bangor, with the Rev. Dr. Mark A. Doty, senior pastor, presiding. Condolences to his family may be offered at


 


 

Neil A. Boyington

MILFORD - The family of Neil Boyington, who died Jan. 29, 2011, in Sarasota, Fla., invites relatives and friends to join them in a celebration of his life 2 p.m. Saturday, May 14, at Old Town, , Old Town.


 


 

Norman Buck

BUCK, NORMAN - Jan. 17, 2011. Graveside service, May 18, 2 p.m., Maine Veteran's Cemetery, Augusta. 


 


 

Norman Buck*

Norman Buck, WESTBROOK -- Norman Buck who passed away on Jan. 17, 2011, will have a graveside service on Wednesday, May 18, 2011, at 2 p.m., at the Maine Veteran's Cemetery in Augusta., Service Announcement


 


 

Norman Kaye Wing

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.


 


 

Patricia Ann Crocker*

GARDINER -- Patricia Ann Crocker, 66, of Gardiner died Sunday Feb. 13, 2011, at the MaineGeneral Medical following a long illness. She was born in Gardiner on July 12, 1944, a daughter of Hiram and Mary (Maschino) Decker., Pat was employed by the Maine School Administrative District 11 as a cafeteria worker for 30 years. She was a graduate of Gardiner High School, class of 1963., Pat married her husband Clifford A Crocker Jr. of 50 years on Aug. 27, 1960., She is survived by her husband and best and dearest friend of Gardiner; two daughters, Sherrie Cameron, and her husband, John, of West Gardiner, and Terrie Towle and husband William of Dresden; five grandchildren, John Cameron and wife Mary, Jessica Fyfe and husband Ervin, William Towle III and fiancée Chelsey Pierce, Adam Towle, and Heidi Towle; five great-grandchildren, John and Amanda Cameron, Renee, Logan and Jensen Fyfe; one step-great-grandchild, Tyler Fyfe; three sisters, Donna Glidden, Brenda Gero and husband Joe, and Tammy Hickey and husband Gary; brother-in-law Roger Crocker and wife Ila of Emerald, Texas; and many nieces, nephews and cousins., Graveside services will be held Saturday, May 14, at 11 a.m. at the family lot in Oak Grove Cemetery Gardiner. Special thanks go to the staff and doctors at the MaineGeneral Rehabilitation Center at Gray Birch for their attentive care and love shown toward our mother and wife., In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her memory to the Gray Birch Activities Fund, 37 Gray Birch Drive, Augusta, ME 04330, Attn. Bobby-Jo Welch.


 


 

Paul LeBaron Sweet

SWEET, PAUL LEBARON, DMD - formerly of Danbury, Conn. & Wells, May 9, 2011, in Kennebunk. Visiting hours, May 15, 3-5 p.m., Bibber Memorial Chapel, 111 Chapel Rd., Wells & funeral service, May 16, 10 a.m. Burial, Ocean View Cemetery, Wells.


 


 

Paul LeBaron Sweet*

Paul LeBaron Sweet, DMD, KENNEBUNK -- Paul LeBaron Sweet, DMD, formerly of Danbury, Conn., and Wells, passed away on May 9, 2011, at Huntington Common, Kennebunk, after a long illness., Dr. Sweet was born on Sept. 10, 1924, in Somerville, Mass., to Walter Prescott Sweet, former superintendent of Danbury Public Schools, Connecticut (1941-1963), and Lillian S. LeBaron Sweet., On July 30, 1949, he married the former Mary F. Chase in Utica, N.Y., and they enjoyed a 56 year marriage until her death on Dec. 3, 2005., Dr. Sweet was a direct descendant of Dr. Francis LeBaron, the first-known physician and surgeon in the Plymouth Colony., Dr. Sweet attended Medford public schools and in 1942 graduated with honors from Danbury High School, Connecticut, where he played on the football and baseball teams. He attended Bowdoin College, Brunswick, where he was a member of the Zeta Psi fraternity and played on the football team as a freshman. He took part in the V-12 Officer Training program at Bates College, before serving in the, during, Dr. Sweet graduated from Harvard Dental School in 1948 and was a member of the Aesculapian Club. He served as a dentist and performed oral surgery for the, during the, Dr. Sweet had a successful dental practice for more than 30 years until he retired to Maine in 1986. He was often on-call for emergencies at Danbury Hospital and taught dental hygiene to nursing students. He was a member and past president of the Danbury, An avid golfer, he was a member of the Ridgewood Country Club and twice represented the club as part of a foursome at golf tournaments in Scotland and Italy in 1960s. He was also a member of the First Congregational Church and sang in the church choir for several years., Paul LeBaron, Sweet, DMD, A talented clarinetist, Dr. Sweet often gathered with fellow musicians to play Dixieland jazz. He also liked to ski with family and friends., During his retirement in Maine, Dr. Sweet enjoyed playing golf and bridge, oil painting, stamp collecting, reading, and taking long walks on Drakes Island beach, where he had spent many childhood summers. He participated in the creation of the Laudholm land trust in Wells. He was a loyal Red Sox fan and the devoted companion of two golden retrievers and a dachshund., Dr. Sweet is survived by his sons, David of San Francisco, Jeffrey of Sharon, Mass., and Robert of South Freeport; daughters-in-law, Elisabeth S. and Marliss H. Sweet; grandchildren, Nathaniel, Anna, William, Benjamin and Nicholas; a brother and sister-in-law, Russell and Madeleine Sweet of Simsbury, Conn.; and many nephews, nieces, and cousins., The family extends its sincere gratitude and thanks to the wonderful caregivers at both Huntington Common and York Hospital, for their loving and compassionate care over these past several years., Visiting hours will be on Sunday, May 15, 2011, from 3 to 5 p.m., at Bibber Memorial Chapel, 111 Chapel Rd., Wells, where a funeral service will be held on Monday, May 16, 2011, at 10 a.m. Burial will follow in Ocean View Cemetery, Wells. Arrangements are in care of Bibber Memorial Chapel., Should friends wish, donations in Dr. Sweet's memory, can be made to:, The Maine, 383 U.S. Route 1, Suite 2C, Scarborough, Maine 04074, or to the Laudholm Trust, P.O. Box 1007, Wells, Maine 04090


 


 

Ralph G. Kavanaugh

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. 


 


 

Raymond D. McGillis

McGillis, Raymond D., 75, of Augusta, died May 8. 


 


 

Raymond D. McGillis*

AUGUSTA -- Raymond D. McGillis, 75, of Augusta, died Sunday, May 8, 2011, at his home., He was born in Greenbush, Mich., on Jan. 29, 1936, the son of William and Velma (Brooks) McGillis. He grew up in Greenbush and entered the U.S. Army in 1959, serving until 1961. Ray met his wife June Severance in 1960 and they were married in 1966. He worked for several years at Camp Keyes and later at the University of Maine at Augusta until his retirement in 2005., Mr. McGillis enjoyed hunting, fishing, flea markets and yard sales. He and June just loved to be on the go., Ray is survived by his wife, June; his son, Raymond McGillis, and his wife, Tanya, of Augusta; his daughter, Dixie Ellis, and her husband, David, of Augusta; his stepsons, Harold Pierce, and his wife, Brenda, of Richmond, and Irwin Pierce, of Augusta; his brothers, Ted McGillis, and his wife, Erleen, of Oregon, and Clinton McGillis and his wife, Ruth, of Michigan; sisters Georgie Payett of Michigan, Donna Ridenour of Michigan, and Wanda Hall of Michigan; and his special grandchildren, Raymond Ellis and Virginia McGillis., There will not be any services at this time., Arrangements are in the care of Knowlton and Hewins Funeral Home, One Church St., Augusta. Condolences may be sent to the family through www.khrfuner alhomes.com.


 


 

Raymond Earl Shibley

Shibley, Raymond Earl, 99, of Fairfield, died May 8 in Waterville. 


 


 

Raymond Earl Shibley*

FAIRFIELD -- Raymond Earl Shibley, age 99, of Fairfield passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 8, 2011, at 9 a.m. at MaineGeneral Medical Center, Thayer Campus, with family and friends by his side., Raymond Earl Shibley was born in Fairfield on Sept. 18, 1911. He was the son of William and Sadie (Slayman) Shibley. He graduated from Lawrence High School in 1929 and from Colby College in 1935. He proudly served in the Army Air Corps, where he was inducted Aug. 3, 1942, until he received an honorable discharge in October 1945. He flew on many missions as a bombardier, including many he volunteered for. He manned the power turret and was the gun sight mechanic on the infamous B-26 Marauder Eagle., Raymond Earl Shibley was an entrepreneur. He owned and operated an oil and gas distributorship for many years, which he and his wife, Elthea, proudly built up into a prosperous business. After many years of hard work, he retired at the age of 50, and he and his wife, Elthea, did a lot of traveling. Their favorite destination was Hawaii., Raymond and Elthea were very civic-minded. They sponsored Shibley's PAL football team, carrying the tradition for 30 years. Raymond, in his later years, loved to be around friends and family and was always very generous to them. He loved to socialize, and he loved to ride on his lawn mower, always keeping his lawn looking the best in the neighborhood. Raymond was predeceased by his parents, William and Sadie Shibley; his wife, Elthea, who passed away April 7, 1988; and 14 brothers and sisters., He is survived by his niece, Sadie Kanaris, and husband Richard of Augusta; nephews William Shibley of Waterville, Robert Glidden of Madison, Gene Babcock of East Benton, Robert Shibley of Madison, and William Nassas and wife Laura of California; great-niece Tina Kanaris of Florida; great-nephews, Thomas Kanaris and wife Terri of Augusta, Christopher Shibley of Fairfield, and James Shibley of Texas; great-great-nephews Gerrett, Nicholas and Mathew of Texas; and his longtime friend and caretaker, Debra Doody, of Fairfield. He is also survived by his beloved cat, Lucky Peanuthead Shibley., The family would like to give special thanks to the doctors, nurses, certified nurse's aids and office staff at MaineGeneral Medical Center, Thayer Unit 3 North, for their professional and emotional support. They would also like to thank the staff at HealthReach and HealthReach Hospice., Visiting hours will be on Friday, May 13, from 1 to 3 p.m. with a funeral service to begin at 3 p.m. at Lawry Brothers Funeral Home, 107 Main St., Fairfield. Burial with military honors will occur at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, May 17, at the old Maine Veterans' Memorial Cemetery, Civic Center Drive, Augusta., Condolences may be expressed at www.lawrybrothers.com., Arrangements are by Lawry Brothers Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 107 Main St., Fairfield 453-6049; or 800-660-2111.


 


 

Richard A. "Bubba" Bonney

BANGOR - Graveside services for Richard "Bubba" Bonney, 49, who died March 1, 2011, will be held noon May 14 at South Levant Cemetery, Horseback Road, Levant.


 


 

Rita Farrell Desilets

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.


 


 

Robert L. Yeo

DEXTER - A military graveside committal service for Robert Yeo, who died Feb. 25, 2011, will be held 1 p.m. Friday, May 13, at Mount Pleasant Cemetery, Dexter. Arrangements by Crosby & Neal, Dexter.


 


 

Robert M. Graves

NORTHEAST HARBOR - Graveside services for Robert M. Graves, who died March 3, 2011, will be held 10 a.m. Saturday, May 14, at Forest Hill Cemetery, Northeast Harbor. Arrangements by Jordan-Fernald, 1139 Main St., Mount Desert. 


 


 

Roger W. Pelkey

Pelkey, Roger W., 55, of Waterville, died May 7. 


 


 

Roger W. Pelkey*

WATERVILLE -- Roger W. Pelkey, 55, of Waterville, passed away Saturday, May 7, 2011, in Waterville., He was born Sept. 28, 1955, in Waterville, the son of Ralph Pelkey and Marguerite Mrowka., Roger graduated from Portsmouth High School in New Hampshire., He worked as an inspector at Carlin Switch Co., He was a volunteer ambulance and firefighter in Rye, N.H., and he also loved volunteering at MaineGeneral Medical Center's Thayer Campus; the people there were like a second family to him. Roger was a loving and kind son and well liked by everyone who met him., He is survived by his mother, Marguerite Mrowka, and her husband, Richard Mrowka, who raised Roger from an early age. He leaves, his brother, Whyn Pelkey, and his wife, Patricia, of Connecticut; his step-mother, Lois Pelkey, of Augusta; half sister Connie Pelkey of Augusta; and a niece and nephew, Karen and William; as well as many friends., He was predeceased by his biological father, Ralph Pelkey., The family would like to extend a special thanks to all the doctors, nurses, staff in the Dialysis Unit as well as the cafeteria and kitchen staff and the many others who knew Roger at Thayer hospital., A graveside service will be held at a later date in Norridgewock at the Sunset View Cemetery., Arrangements are under the care and direction of Smart & Edwards Funeral Home, 183 Madison Ave., Skowhegan., Donations may be made in Roger's memory to a charity of one's choice.


 


 

Rose T. (Ryan) Morey

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.


 


 

Ruth E. Coron Libby

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.


 


 

Shirley AnnMarie (Collins) Striker

Striker, Shirley AnnMarie (Collins), 44, of West Gardiner, died May 7 in Portland. 


 


 

Shirley AnnMarie (Collins) Striker*

WEST GARDINER -- Shirley AnnMarie (Collins) Striker, 44, of West Gardiner died Saturday May 7, 2011, of complications from a heart attack at Maine Medical Center in Portland. She was born in Augusta on Nov. 15, 1966, the only daughter of Harold and Dorothy (Bolduc) Collins., Shirley graduated from Gardiner Area High School. She was employed for many years as a certified nurse's aide, a waitress and working beside family and friends. She enjoyed concerts, spending time with family and friends and especially going to Chelsea's ball games or any events for her children., Shirley is survived by her parents, Harold and Dorothy (Bolduc) Collins, of Gardiner; her children, Jacob A Striker of South Gardiner, Chelsea L. Striker of Pittston and Noah A. Amadon of South Gardiner; and her longtime companion, David Pottle Jr., of West Gardiner. She also leaves behind her brothers, Raymond Collins, and his companion, Sally, of Farmingdale, and Ronald Collins, his wife, Diane, of West Gardiner; and many nieces, nephews and friends., Memorial services will be held Saturday, May 14, at 10 a.m. at Staples Funeral Home, 53 Brunswick Ave., Gardiner.


 


 

Stanley Williams

WILLIAMS, STANLEY - 89, May 5, 2011, in Boothbay Harbor. Private family gathering was held. Simmons, Harrington & Hall Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 975 Wiscasset Rd., Boothbay. 


 


 

Stanley Williams*

Stanley Williams, 89, BOOTHBAY HARBOR -- Stanley Williams, 89, died on Thursday, May 5, 2011, at St. Andrews Village Gregory Wing in Boothbay Harbor., He was born on Nov. 9, 1921, in Suffern, N.Y., to Thomas L. Williams and Clara Baird Williams. Stanley grew up in Highland Falls, N.Y. The family later moved to Suffern, N.Y. and Mahwah, N.J. He served in the U.S. Army during, and was stationed at the Panama Canal., He worked in Mahwah for Ward Pavements Company for 20 years. He later owned and operated Milford Asphalt Company for 15 years until he retired to Ocean Point in 1981. In retirement, he worked for Poole Brothers Lumber in Boothbay Harbor for 10 years., Stanley was a 32nd Degree member of Bay View Masonic Lodge in East Boothbay, and the Shriners. He also served on several boards in Boothbay. He and his wife Ruth loved to travel, traveling to Mexico, Ireland, Nova Scotia and enjoyed going to the 'Tattoo' in Halifax for many years. He enjoyed wood working, gardening, cooking and a good glass of scotch., He was predeceased by his wife, Ruth Courtney Williams who died on Aug. 12, 2010; a sister, Lucille Witmer, and brothers, John 'Bud' Williams and Bertram 'Skeet' Williams. He is survived by two sons, Peter Williams and his wife Mary of East Boothbay, Llewellyn Williams and his wife Laurie of Harriman, N.Y., daughter, Kathleen Herrington and her husband Gary of Wyomissing, Pa.; sister, Beth Linton of Myrtle Beach, S.C.; and grandchildren, Christopher Williams of Somerville, Mass., Brian Williams and his wife Julie of Bangor, Patrick Herrington and his wife Melissa of St. Petersburg, Fla., Daniel Herrington and his wife Jessica of St. Petersburg, Fla., Melissa Williams of Harriman, N.Y., and Michael Williams of Harriman, N.Y., A private family gathering was held at Simmons, Harrington & Hall Funeral Home on Sunday, May 8, 2011. You are invited to share your condolences, photos, and memories with the Williams family by visiting their Book of Memories at, . Arrangements are entrusted to Simmons, Harrington & Hall Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 975 Wiscasset Rd., Boothbay., Should friends desire,, memorial donations in Stan's memory may be made to:, St. Andrews Village, Gregory Wing Activity Fund, 145 Emery Lane, Boothbay Harbor, Maine 04538, Stanley Williams


 


 

Vinal E. Abbott

SHERIDAN - A committal service with military honors for Vinal E. Abbott, 78, who died Feb. 10, 2011, will be held noon Friday, May 13, at Maine Veterans Cemetery, Caribou. A service of Stimson-Ouellette Funeral Home, Ashland. 


 


 

William R. Jarvis

NEWPORT and PORT DEPOSIT, Md. - Senior Chief William R. Jarvis, 78,, , retired, died unexpectedly Jan. 4, 2011, at a Maryland hospital. Bill was born June 7, 1932, in Skowhegan, the son of William E. and Maude (Jewell) Jarvis. He graduated from Newport High School, Class of 1951. He was a star baseball pitcher in high school and later for the Pittsfield A.C. He loved baseball, hunting and fishing. Bill was very proud that he was a member of the U.S. Navy. He served more than 30 years and served two tours in Vietnam as a Seabee. Among his 17 military awards and decorations were the Vietnam Campaign Medal, Meritorious Unit Commendation, Vietnam Cross of Gallantry with palm, Combat Action Ribbon, Presidential Unit Citation, and Navy Commendation Medal with Gold Star. He also received a special Life Saving Medal for saving a little 31/2-year-old girl from drowning in July 1966. While driving home from work he heard her calling for help as she was in a swift current of a river. He stopped his vehicle, dove in and rescued her. He graduated from New Hampshire University in 2008 after many years of taking college courses during his Navy career. Bill is survived by his wife of almost 52 years, Jo (Hendricks) Jarvis of Port Deposit, Md.; his two daughters, Robin J. LeMair and her husband, Martin, of Woolrich and Laurie Hinman and her husband, Rich, of Jacksonville, N.C.; his two sons, Bill Jarvis and his wife, Tina, of Jackman and James Jarvis and his wife, Kari, of Clearfield, Utah; a brother, David Jarvis of Newport; nine grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Graveside services with military honors will be held 10 a.m. Tuesday, May 17, at Riverside Cemetery, Newport, with Pastor Al Worden officiating. A reception will be afterward at Barrows-Skidgel American Legion Hall, 82 North St., Newport. Local arrangements are entrusted to the care of Brown Funeral Home and Cremation Service Center, Newport. To sign an online guest book and leave written condolences and tributes, please visit

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