2020 Obituaries

Eileen J. Danforth of Lewiston passed away Monday October 18th, 2021 at CMMC with her daughters by
her side.
She was born on April 9th, 1942 the daughter of Joseph and Jane (Provencher) Minnehan. She was a
graduate of Lewiston High School, and worked many years in retail.
Eileen had a passion for volunteering having donated over 25,000 hours of her time at CMMC. She was
honored twice for her volunteerism. In March 2009 she received the mayoral VIBE award from the City
of Lewiston. In 2010 Eileen received Maine’s Outstanding Volunteer of the Year from the governor.
Eileen loved to knit and crochet; she was very skilled. She made numerous sweaters, hats, and mittens
for her daughters. She also donated hats and mittens to needy children. Eileen loved to bake and was
known for her whoopie pies and blueberry cake.
Eileen was predeceased by her parents, brother Michael, and her beloved daughter Sandi. She is
survived by her daughters, Candace Eaton and husband Elwen, Robin Danforth; grandchildren Josh and
Angela Poulin; nephew Mike; and her dear friend Peg.
At her request there will be no services. 

Richmond- MADELINE BABBIDGE, 91, of Wiscasset passed away peacefully on Saturday December 19, 2020.

She was born in Belfast the daughter of Eugene and Hazel (Dawson) Parsons.

Madeline moved to the Bath area working at Grants Department store of Bath and later at the Sewall & Son Shoe Factory at the Fort Andros in Brunswick.

She loved fishing, animals and knitting especially mittens and hats for

grammar schools in Wiscasset.

Madeline is predeceased by her sister, Barbara Nado, brothers Stanley and Cecil Parsons, and her companion Raymond Murray. 

She is survived by children: Diane Baldwin and husband Jim of Wiscasset, Galen Babbidge of Richmond, Doreen Babbidge of Bath and Bruce Babbidge of Bath, six wonderful grandchildren and five beautiful great grandchildren miss her very much. 

A graveside ceremony will be held in the spring with her family.

Thank you to Hospice Brunswick for all their compassion and loving care they gave her.

Condolences may be expressed at www.funeralalternatives.net

Topsham - On Monday, December 21, 2020, Dr. Walter A. Specht Jr., husband and father, passed away at the age of 84, in Topsham, Maine.

Walter was born on November 3, 1936, in Minneapolis, MN to Walter A. Specht, Sr. and Doris (Smith) Specht. He received his Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering from the California institute of Technology (CalTech) in 1957, and served in the United States Navy Officer Corps from 1957 to 1961 and Navy Reserve from 1961 to 1972. He earned his Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering in 1961 and Doctor of Philosophy in Electrical Engineering and Physics in 1965 from CalTech. Walter worked in the defense consulting industry for 38 years until his retirement in 2003.

Walter had a passion for education and helping others to achieve their educational goals. He took great joy in his role as a Boston Regional Representative for the CalTech Admissions Program, the president of the Boston CalTech Alumni Chapter, and as a Maine School of Science and Mathematics Board of Trustee Member.  He also enjoyed mountain climbing, sailing, singing, and was an avid hiker. He was proud of his accomplishment of climbing all forty-eight 4000-foot peaks in New Hampshire, and his singing in the Portland Community Chorus, the First Parish Church of Brunswick Choir, and the Highlands Chorale was especially dear to his heart.

Walter was preceded in death by his father, Walter Sr., his mother Doris, and his first wife Marybeth Specht. He is survived by his wife Ruth Ann Specht and his step-sons Jason Lombard and his wife Ashlee, and Ben Lombard and his wife Betsy; his second wife Clare Wood and his stepson Norman Holbrook; and his two children from his first wife Marybeth Specht, James Specht and his wife Amparo, and Kathryn Curtis and her husband Lloyd. Walter is also survived by his sister Pat Sprouse, her husband John, and their children John Sprouse, and Daniel Sprouse and wife Teri. Walter is also survived by seven grandchildren, one great-grandchild, and four nephews.  Arrangements are in the care of Funeral Alternatives, 46 Bath Rd. Brunswick, Me. Condolences may be expressed at www.funeralalternatives.net

Mary Susan (Dunlap) Myers, 45, Bath Maine, died on December 11, 2020 at her home surrounded by her loving daughters and mother. Mary was born in Brunswick Maine on November 19, 1975 in  Maine to Luella and William Dunlap.

Mary is a Morse High Alumn, class of 1994. A three season varsity captain, Mary enjoyed playing field hockey, basketball, and softball. She was
recognized as the Morse Outstanding female athlete 1994. She enjoyed spending time with her daughters, having kitchen dance parties, volunteering at her children’s schools, and collecting sea glass and sunbathing at the beach.


Mary is predeceased by her infant daughter Elizabeth Townsend Hewell, her sister Amy Ruth (Dunlap) Hagenbuch, and her father William Clyde Dunlap.

Mary is survived by her daughters Calli, Samantha, Emily, and Jessica Myers, her mother Luella Dunlap, and her husband Shaun Riley.

A celebration of life will be held in the near future

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to a gofundme to help with arrangements for Mary and other necessities that her daughters may have.

Orland Field Jr. (Bub)--Greene--Orland (Bub) Field Jr. passed away at his home in Greene on Saturday, December 26, 2020. He was born on August 7, 1940 to Orland and Hazel Field. Bub went to Lewiston High School and graduated in 1958. He went to Bliss Business School and graduated in 1960. He went into the army for two years and after did odd jobs for different people. Orland was predeceased by his parents, a sister, Betty Bubier. He is survived by his two sisters, Donna Smiley and Sue Christensen of Auburn. Orland will be missed by his family and two special friends, Dennis Green and Lynn Barry who were always there to help. There will be no services at his request. Online condolences may be sent to www.funeralalternatives.net.

It is with a heavy heart that the family of Paul Alan Hamilton announces his death. He fought and won many battles, but lost his battle against COVID-19 on December 31, 2020.

The supportive Mid Coast ICU staff made it possible for family members to be with Paul during his final hours. They also made it possible for his daughter, Nicole, and his best friend, Susan Lamb, to communicate with him via live video.

Paul was born in Portland, Maine on June 4, 1948 to Jay G. Hamilton Jr. and Nellie Perry Hamilton. He spent his childhood helping on the family farm and working on his father’s milk route. He spent a large part of his summer at his grandfather’s cottage on New Meadows River.Paul was drafted into the U.S. Army during the Vietnam Conflict. He was a member of Company D, 1st Battalion 6th Infantry, Americal Division. He was a Bronze Star with “V” Device, Army Commendation Medal with OLC, and Purple Heart recipient. His fellow soldiers have expressed their sadness for our loss. Several have informed us that Paul’s quick actions and bravery were the reason they left Vietnam alive. Paul received a battlefield promotion to Sergeant on August 18, 1970, when he was wounded. An excerpt from the award reads, “ During the lengthy battle, he refused medical treatment or evacuation until the enemy had been routed and all his injured comrades had been extracted. Through his timely and courageous actions, he contributed to the safe withdrawal of his fellow soldiers and served as an inspiration to his entire unit.” His experiences in Vietnam altered his life forever. He suffered from PTSD and substance abuse for many years.

Paul had a distinguished boxing career. He won 20 of his 22 professional matches. His speed and grace in the ring were a sight to behold.

He was employed by Wright-Pierce as a surveyor. He also worked as an industrial and commercial surveyor on union jobs.

Paul attended Brunswick High School. After the Army he attended William and Mary and the University of Southern Maine. He was a lifelong scholar. He possessed a prodigious vocabulary and a retentive mind. If he read it he remembered it.

Paul and his brother, Ronald, vacationed together in Hawaii. Paul enjoyed beach life, surfing and sightseeing. He owned an extensive collection of Hawaiian shirts, and dreamed of vacationing in Hawaii again.

He was accomplished at cribbage, scrabble, backgammon, pool, cross country skiing, fishing, boating and gardening. He never missed a Jeopardy episode. Paul was able to complete the New York crossword puzzle in ink.

He possessed a quick mind and a quick temper. He passed his fearless approach to life to his daughter, Nicole. She, like her father, is never dull.

Paul was predeceased by brothers John P. Hamilton, Ronald D. Hamilton and Wayne M. Hamilton.He is survived by brothers Jay G. Hamilton lll, Edward Hamilton and his wife Suzanne, and Randall Hamilton and his wife Elizabeth. He also leaves behind sisters Carol Durgin and Martha Hamilton, all of Brunswick. He loved his nieces and nephews and they loved him. He taught them all to speak Donald Duck.

Paul’s family would like to thank the Mid Coast Hospital ICU doctors and nurses. We appreciate the excellent care Paul received and the compassion extended to his family.

In closing his family would like to say, “ We admired his bravery and amazing intelligence. We didn’t always understand him, but we always loved him.”

A graveside service will be held at Grover Cemetery, Woolwich, in the spring.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Paul’s name to: Disabled American Veterans, PO Box 3415, Augusta, Maine 04330

Joan Breton Flynn, 82, of Lewiston, passed away on December 30, 2020 in her home in Lewiston. She was born on January 5, 1938 and is the daughter of Lucienne and Delphis Breton. She was married to her High School sweetheart, James R. Flynn for over 60 years. She attended Lewiston HIgh School and graduated in 1956. She was a lover of animals and was known to feed the crows and squirrels whole peanuts in her backyard. She enjoyed going to Old Orchard Beach in the summer months with her children and grandchildren and took them all on a yearly trip to Fun Town/Splash Town for fun in the sun for years. Joan loved spending time with her grandchildren and would sing and dance to keep them entertained when they were younger. Always offering a word of encouragement, Joan had many friends. She loved to make them laugh and was often the organizer of social events for her coworkers.

Joan worked  at WLAM in her younger years and was the office manager at Skelton Tainter and Abbott for 30 years. She loved to work, and after retiring from Skelton Tainter and Abbott, worked at the LLBean Call Center on Main Street in Lewiston for another 30 years!

Joan is predeceased by her father, Delphis Breton, and her mother Lucienne Nault; her brother Raymond Breton; and her sister Nita Kelly. Joan's husband, James R. Flynn, 81, passed away on May 8, 2019 and her grandson Michael Burnham, 31, passed away in May 2019 as well. 

Joan is survived by three adult children: Janis Flynn of Lewiston, Maine; Colleen Hamel and her husband Gary Rivers of Lewiston, Maine; and Jeff Flynn of Portland Oregon. She is also survived by four grandchildren: Ishmael Flynn of Durham, Maine; Jesharechiah Flynn of Lewiston, Maine; Brandon Burnham and his wife Meagan Burnham of Sabattus, Maine; and Jacob Burnham and his fiancee Lauren Graybill of Brunswick, Maine. She also has two surviving great grandsons named Colton and Liam Burnham of Sabattus, Maine. 

At the request of Joan, there will be no funeral services. 

In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the Alzheimer's Association. 

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Bob Bernier on December 28, 2020 after a courageous battle with cancer.

Bob was born on November 16, 1965 to parents Ora and Edmond Bernier. He grew up in Auburn, Maine, graduating from Edward Little High School. Bob became a firefighter and EMT working for the South Portland Fire Department. His work was his passion and he took great pride in what he did, receiving many accolades for a job well done. He was known for his patience and care when helping the people he served.

Bob was a huge Boston sports fan from the minute he could walk and talk. He was a long-time Patriots season ticket holder who cherished taking friends and family to games.

Bob’s most important achievement was the birth of his children. He loved them dearly and treasured time spent with them.

Bob is survived by his children Kaitlin Mador, Leah Driesen and son Nicholas Bernier; his brothers, Joe Chagnon, Clearwater, Florida, Norman Chagnon and wife Normajean of Poland, Eugene and wife Susan of Neenah, Wisconsin, Richard and wife Patsy of North Pole, Alaska; and his sister Pamela and partner Jack of New Gloucester. He is also survived by his dear friend Debbie Bernier.

Bob’s passing leaves a huge hole in his family and he will truly be missed.

He was predeceased by his mother, Ora Lecompte, father Edmond Bernier and many aunts, uncles, and cousins.

The family would like to express our sincere appreciation to the many doctors, nurses and hospice care workers who cared for Bob and assisted him with his treatment.

Brunswick – Kristina Mae Rideout, 31, of Harpswell passed away on December, 25, 2020. She was born on March 27, 1989 a daughter of Theresa “Terry” Racine and Scott Rideout.

Kristina enjoyed being outside, especially taking trips to beaches and amusement parks. Kristina’s favorite thing was spending time with her daughters and family. She worked full time at Cumberland Farms at Cooks Corner Brunswick, a job which she really liked.

Kristina is survived by her daughters; Areyona McClure, Aysia McClure and Neveah Justus, her mother; Terry Racine, her father; Scott Rideout, step-father; John Kovach and by her siblings; Joe Carter, Chris Racine, William Rideout, Amanda Rideout, Gabrielle Rideout and many step brothers and sisters. Kristina is also survived by her boyfriend; Darick Barker, maternal grandmother; Muriel Gamache, paternal grandparents; Carl and Betty Rideout, aunts and uncles; Cathy King, Leslie Dyer, Lisa Rideout, Remi Racine Jr., and Jed Dall, her cousins; Jessica, Shanna, Jeda, Kayla, Mikey and many more as well as by 2 nieces Sierra and Josie.

Kristina was predeceased by her grandfather Remi Racine Sr.

Kristina won her many year battle with addiction remaining sober for the last 3 years.

Brunswick - Dianna Kelly Smith, 61, of Woolwich passed away at MidCoast Hospital on December 31, 2020. She was born in Brunswick on August 9, 1959 a daughter of Robert and Joanne (Miller) Alexander.

Kelly worked for Maine Coast Railroad, Crooker Construction and Labbe Construction in her younger years, jobs which she really enjoyed but her pride and joy was Kelly’s Kitchen in Georgetown, ME.  Through her cooking talents she put on benefits for her community, helping many in need. Kelly enjoyed camping, hunting, fishing, her dogs and other pets as well as enjoying the Maine outdoors. She was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary for many years too.

Kelly is survived by her husband Timothy Smith, her mother, Joann Alexander, her sister Alison Brassard and by her two children: Nicholas and Jason Gilliam.

Kelly was predeceased by her father, Robert Alexander.

Arrangements are in the care of Funeral Alternatives, 46 Bath Rd. Brunswick, Me. Condolences may be expressed at www.funeralalternatives.net  

Farmingdale-Richard Doucette, Sr. of Madawaska, ME, went to his heavenly home on December 24, 2020.  He was born in Grand Isle, ME in 1932.

Richard was a Board member of the Grand Isle Historical Society and a volunteer at Mizpah.  He was a veteran of the Korean Conflict and a long-time member and Past Post Commander of VFW Post 9929 in West Hartford, CT.  He was also a member of American Legion 147 in Madawaska, ME, the DAV Chapter #9 in Fort Kent, ME and the Elks Lodge in Wells, ME.  He worked at Pratt & Whitney Aircraft in East Hartford, CT and North Berwick, ME for 33 years.

He is survived by his wife, Joan (Parent/Cormier) Doucette, his son Richard Doucette, Jr. of Berlin, CT his brother Ronald Doucette and wife Patricia, of Bristol, CT, his sister Anne Marie (Doucette) Philippon and husband Charles of Bristol, CT., step children Joe Witkowski of MA, Gerald (Helen) Witkowski of CT, Brenda (Robert) Chabre, Karen Lewis, Kenneth, Joyce, and Steve Cormier all of ME, grandchildren, and great grandchildren, nieces, great nephews. He is predeceased by two wives – Mary Chaves and Irene Witkowski and his sister Alice.

Mass of Christian burial will be held at later date.  Burial will be at Wilson Veterans Cemetery in Wilson, CT.

Donations in lieu of flowers may be made to: Mizpah, PO Box 216, Grand Isle, ME 04746.

Arrangements are under the care of Funeral Alternatives Group 82 Western Ave. Augusta, Me 04330

Deborah Ann Russo (Pickard), 64, of Topsham passed away peacefully at Midcoast Hospital on Dec. 18, 2020 with her mother and daughters by her side. A lifelong resident of Topsham, Debbie was born in 1956 in Brunswick, ME to Leon A. and Frances E. (Crosman) Pickard.

Debbie attended Brunswick High School as well as Mt. Ararat School, graduating in 1974 as a member of its first graduating class. She earned an Associates Degree from Westbrook College. Debbie was a long time employee at Fairchild Semiconductor and National Semiconductor in South Portland.

In her spare time, Debbie was an avid crafter. She loved stamping and making elaborate cards to share with her loved ones. Debbie’s real passion was spending time with her friends and family.  She always had a smile on her face and was known for her sense of humor. She was a doting and involved Grammy, never passing up an opportunity to babysit or spoil her 4 grandkids.

She was predeceased by her father, Leon Pickard. She is survived by her daughters Valerie Russo (Kevin Reddall) and Linda Sparks (Justin); grandchildren Miles, Owen, Isla and Jaina; her mother Frances Pickard; sisters Doreen Robnett (Dave), Dale Pickard (Ronald Hodges), Dianne Gagnon (Dan); niece Kate Graviett and grandnieces Haiden and Kensley.

Due to Covid, services will be held at a later date. Memorial donations to support patient care and research may be made to the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute; PO Box 849168; Boston, MA 02284 or www.dana-farber.org/gift

Augusta- Roxann Shirley Stobie of Windsor, Maine passed away on 12/29/20 at Maine General Medical Center, Augusta, Maine, after a long, brave fight with cancer.  She was born on May 28, 1950 to Shirley and Charles Hunsinger.  However, she was raised by her grandparents Arthur (Buddy) and Lena Smith.

Roxann attended Orono High School and Beal Business College, proudly achieving two Associates Degrees.  She enjoyed traveling, crafting and spending time with family.  Her career included responsible positions as Office Manager and Accountant in Maine and Florida.

She is survived by her husband, Sandy McPherson, her daughters Heather Stobie , Mary Dacey and husband Joe,  grandchildren Morgan and Rob and great-grandchild Ava.

She is also survived by stepdaughter Shell Lacey and husband Alan and grandchildren Fletcher, Grace, Faith and Seth, stepdaughter Kathryn Perrin and husband Chris and grandchildren Henry, Charlotte and Zoë.  She is survived by three sisters (Sharon Breen, Diana Ouellette and Pam Walker) two brothers (Leslie and Chuck Hunsinger) and their loving families, as well as her mother, Shirley Edwards. 

She leaves behind two fur babies, Bella and Callie.  She is predeceased by her father, Charles and stepson Sean McPherson.

Roxann was a loving wife, mom, sister and daughter. She will be missed beyond measure.

A Celebration of Life will be held at Windsor Christian Fellowship on Thursday, January 7, 2021 from 11am to 2pm.  In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to St. Jude's Children's Hospital, or Windsor Christian Fellowship.

Condolences may be expressed at www.funeralalternatives.net

Brunswick - Linton H Studdiford was born in New York, New York on 11 November 1941, the son of Andrew Douglass Studdiford and Marjorie Haupt Studdiford. He grew up in Chappaqua, New York, where he attended the local schools. After the death of his father, Linton attended Kent School in Kent, Connecticut. He went on to study at Princeton University and the University of Pennsylvania.

Linton met Bonnie Bingham and they married before he attended UPenn. While in Philadelphia, they had a daughter, Marjorie.

They moved to Mount Holly, New Jersey where Linton taught and ultimately became head master of Saint Mary’s Hall-Doane Academy. A son, Douglass, was born, and in 1973, Linton and his family moved from New Jersey to a farm in Cornville, Maine. There they had Shorthorn cows named for flowers and pigs named for cheese. Linton also started a solar systems business; Solar Systems, Inc.

In Cornville, Linton’s interest in the church grew, and he studied holy orders at Bangor Theological and was ordained a deacon in 1980 and a priest in 1985, as well as earned a Doctorate of Ministry. He had churches in Skowhegan (he also served as the general contractor during the church’s construction), Sanford, Cape Elizabeth, and Wiscasset and, after worked for the Diocese of Maine as a Canon to the Ordinary. He also served as Deputy to six General Conventions and president of the Standing Committee. During this time, he and Bonnie lived in Brunswick in a house surrounded by trees and gardens they lovingly planted.

After Linton’s retirement, he and Bonnie became Master Gardeners and obtained a Certificate in Native Plants and Ecological Horticulture through the Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens. He volunteered at the Midcoast Senior College, something he very much enjoyed.

Linton died on 29 December 2020. He is survived by his wife Bonnie, their daughter Marjorie, her husband Tim and two daughters, Isabel and Pearl, and their son Douglass, and his two sons Cooper and Payson.

A celebration of Linton’s life will held this summer in his gardens he so loved.

While gone, he will not be forgotten.

In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the Society of St John the Evangelist, 980 Memorial Drive, Cambridge, Massachusetts 02138. Arrangements are in the care of Funeral Alternatives, 46 Bath Rd. Brunswick, ME. Condolences may be shared at www.funeralalternatives.net

Willard L. Pelletier, 42, of Richmond Maine passed away unexpectedly on December 23, 2020. Willard was born August 10, 1978 in Brunswick Maine to Raylene Brockman and Lloyd Pelletier Sr.

Will grew up and spent most of his life making memories in the Mid Coast Maine area with some time spent in Florida. He attended schools in his home town of Richmond Maine and was still friends with several classmates.

Will attended Job Corp where he gained skills in landscaping and worked in that field for a short time. He held several jobs over the years in which he flourished and delighted in learning new things through the art of creating. It was later in life when Will chose the field of carpentry. He felt a sense of pride working with and for his brother. He always said it was one of his greatest accomplishments.

Will grew to be an amazing, kind and generous man with a gentle smile and a compassionate heart. He was always lending a helping hand whether it be to a stranger, family or friend.

He had a love for the outdoors and spent a great deal of time fishing, canoeing and kayaking. He enjoyed quiet nights curled up with his wife watching movies and television. Will was a lover of music and comedy, combining the two was one of his favorite things. He loved to create things, build things and invent little gadgets. He had an expansive imagination and an off beat sense of humor. Will danced to his own tune and it was beautiful.

His courage, his strength, his joy and his grace will be carried in the hearts of many until the end of days.

Always live humble and kind.

Will is predeceased by his paternal grandparents Henry (Red) Pelletier and Theresa (Blanchette) Pelletier, his maternal grandparents Willard Raymond Holman and Elizabeth (Mitchell) Holman as well as aunts Marion Holman, Doris (Holman) Lambert, Maryland Holman and uncles Willard Holman and Raymond Holman. Will is survived by the love of his life wife Melissa Pelletier, four children he called his own Hanna, Michael, Danica, Elizabeth and their families, his mother Raylene (Holman) Brockman, father Lloyd H. Pelletier Sr., siblings Lloyd H. Pelletier Jr. and family, Teresa Pelletier and family, Michael Corson and family, as well as a very large family and many friends who love him dearly.

There will be a memorial service for Will on January 9th, 2020 at 2pm Richmond Church of the Nazarene 91 Alexander Reed Rd. Richmond Maine 04357.

We ask if you attend to please follow Covid19 precautions and mandates.

In Lieu of flowers- Pay it forward. To honor the memory of Will please be kind always and help a friend or a stranger or your family in need. Hold the door open for someone, cook or buy somebody dinner just because, if you have the ability and someone does not then share it with them. Generosity and kindness are not often forgotten and Will always wanted the world to be a better place.

Barbara C Sawyer, 84, of Harpswell ME passed away peacefully in her home, with her husband of 61 years by her side on December 25, 2020 after an eleven year battle with multiple myeloma. She was born on October 19, 1936 to parents George and Huerta (Jenke) Conover in Atlantic City NJ. Her Mother married John M. Hoyt, Jr. after George passed away in 1948.

Barbara graduated from Radford Collage, the women’s division of Virginia Polytechnic Institute, with a Bachelor of Science degree in Education in 1958. She enjoyed young people and taught in Physical Education, as a multi-curriculum substitute and a special education teacher for more than 20 years.  She worked her way from a House of Lloyd demonstrator to Regional Director of her sales area. She also volunteered as a trip coordinator at the Brunswick ME People Plus Center. An avid bowler, she bowled until just 4 months before her death. A gregarious people person, known for her quick wit, she made many lifelong friends.

She was predeceased by her parents and survived by her husband, Robert H. Sawyer; son Robert P. Sawyer and his wife Jennifer; and daughter Barbara L. Sawyer.

Due to the danger associated with large gatherings during the COVID-19 pandemic, the family will not have a service for Barbara until it is safe to do so. They will announce a celebration of her life in the paper when it is safe to gather. The family would encourage donations to the American Cancer Association in lieu of flowers.

Augusta, Maine – Paul Whitney Austin, 88, went home to be with the Lord on December 26, 2020 at the Maine Veterans Home in Augusta.  He was surrounded in love by his family and friends. 

Paul was born in Unity, Maine to Lillian F. and Raymond G. Austin on May 18, 1932.  The oldest of four children, Paul attended Thorndike Grammar School and graduated from Freedom Academy in 1951.  He enjoyed fishing and hunting around his hometown of Thorndike and shared many special moments with his children teaching them the art of stream fishing whenever he could.   Upon his graduation from Freedom Academy in 1951, Paul moved to Bath, Maine and began working for the Hyde Windlass Corporation.  While living in Bath, he met Laura Joy Palmer and the two were married just nine weeks later on February 9, 1952.  He enlisted in the Air Force in 1952, and shortly thereafter, he and his new bride moved to Cheyenne, Wyoming for basic training.  Paul advanced to the rank of E-4 and remained at Francis E. Warren Airforce Base in Cheyenne for the duration of his time in the military.  The couple returned home to Maine in 1956, and Paul went back to work at the Hyde Windlass Corporation.  He later transferred to Bath Iron Works (BIW), where he remained until 1970.  Following his time at BIW, Paul's love of cars drew him to numerous positions in the automobile industry, working for multiple companies in a variety of positions until his retirement.   

In 1981, Paul moved to Lakeland, Florida and spent his days walking the neighborhood, while taking time to stop and talk to all of his neighbors.  He loved to socialize and talk to everyone, and he especially enjoyed taking his beloved dog Buffy for a long walk in the warm Florida sunshine.  In 2006, the couple returned to Maine one final time to be near family as Laura battled cancer.  Paul was predeceased by Laura Joy Austin in March of 2011, shortly after the couple celebrated their 59th wedding anniversary.  In life, Paul had the fortune of not just finding the love of his life once, but twice.  In 2015, he married Marilyn J. Chipman and the two resided in Topsham before moving to Augusta in 2017.  Paul and his entire family are grateful for Marilyn's unwavering love and care for him, even after his medical needs became so great that he had to remain at the Maine Home for Veterans in early 2020.   

Paul is survived by his wife Marilyn of Augusta; his daughters: Brenda G. Rider and husband Jewel of Brunswick, and Kim S. Hanscom and husband John of Bowdoin; and a son, Dr. Paul W. Austin Jr., and wife Lisa of Norwell, Massachusetts. In addition, Paul is survived by his sisters Virginia Clark of Albion, and Sylvia Elliot of Oswego, New York.  He was predeceased by a brother, Earnest E. Austin of Lyman in 1996.  Paul cherished and was so incredibly proud of his grandchildren: Christopher, Tammie, Sara, Emily, Danielle, Meghan, Bradley, and Brandon.  But most especially, his face lit up whenever he had a visit from one of his 20 great grandchildren. 

Paul had a fierce love for his family and where he came from, and that love for them and his hometown never faded.  He deeply loved his children and grandchildren, and he was proud of all their accomplishments.  He was intensely committed to maintaining connections with family and friends.  Family, Thorndike Grammar School, and Freedom Academy reunions were the highlight of his year and he scheduled his summers around them.  His gentle smile, quick wit, and love for friends and family were the hallmarks of his life and will be remembered for generations to come.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 AM on Saturday, January 9, 2021 at St. Matthew's Episcopal Church, 496 Lisbon Road, Lisbon Falls, ME with Reverend James Lowe officiating.  Please be advised that the number of individuals allowed to attend will be limited per State of Maine COVID regulations.  If you plan to attend the service in person, a negative COVID test is recommended, but not mandated.  CDC and Department of Health Regulations will be followed, which require appropriate social distancing, wearing of cloth masks, and handwashing/sanitizing that best ensure everyone's safety.  Graveside services and full military honors will be held later this spring. In lieu of sending flowers, donations are requested to be made to PAWS Animal Adoption Center, P.O. Box 707, Rockport, Maine 04856 or online at www.pawsadoption.org; in Paul W. Austin's memory.

Barbara Anne Hersom-Buck, 75, of Auburn passed away on Dec. 21st, 2020 in Lisbon. She was born on Dec. 18th, 1945 in Lewiston to parents Ernest and Nellie (Jordan) Sylvester.

Barbara faithfully attended her local Protestent Church when she was healthy. She enjoyed crossword puzzles, playing handheld games, and watching Dr. Phil on television. Barbara especially loved spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren.

She worked as a CNA at various nursing homes in Greene, Freeport and Winthrop.

She was predeceased by her parents; her husband, Henry Buck; a sister, Rosemary Lamb; and a sister-in-law Janice Sylvester.

Surviving her are her son, Don Hersom and his partner Lisa Delorme of Lewiston; daughter Sherrie Marshall of Auburn; Sister Becky Hinkley and her husband Russ of Lewiston; her two brothers David Sylvester of Greene, and Ernie Sylvester and his wife Nancy of Leeds; six grandchildren; and five great grand children.

The family would like to thank Barbara's nephew Chris lamb and his wife Erin for taking good care of her and making her last days comfortable.

A private graveside service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Barbara's memory to the American Cancer Society P.O. Box 22478 Oklahoma City, OK 73123.

West Gardiner- Jeffrey R. Wood. 3/17/50 - 12/20/20. It is with overwhelming sadness that we announce the passing of a great man, martial artist, husband, father, brother, grandfather, and friend. Jeff passed away at home with family at his side on December 20th.

Jeff was born March 17, 1950 in Augusta, Me to Grinnell "Jack" Wood and Johnna R. Wood.  Jeff had a smile that could light up a room and an incredible sense of humor.  Jeff loved to ride his Harley and he and his wife Joyce road all over the state of Maine as well as N.C. and FL.

 Jeff's calling was to be a Martial Arts instructor and mentor. He has taught hundreds of students over his 40+ years of teaching.  Jeff owned and operated the Tao Karate Club in Hallowell, Me.

Jeff served in these positions over the years:  Me state AAU Full contact chairman, Me Tae Kwon Do vice president, Team coach for the Me. Jr. Tae Kwon Do team, Board of directors New England Martial Arts Hall of Fame, Member of the 1982 Me. National AAU Karate team. Originator of the SMART ratings system. Promoter of the Tao Open for 20 years.

Jeff was inducted into the World Martial Arts Hall of Fame in 1990 and the Caribbean Martial Arts Hall of Fame in 1991.

Jeff was predeceased by his parents, his brother Craig Wood, his sister Kit Wood Gallagher, his mother-in-law Lynda Brann and his grandson Quincy James.

He is survived by the love of his life for over 33 years Joyce Brann Wood, Father-in-law Louis Brann (Donna), Son Dustin Wood O'Connor, Son Nolan Brann his partner Megan and daughter Tania Marlowe and her husband Barry, brothers Peter (Donna), Eric (Carol), Grinnell "Jack" (Jolene) Sisters Jane Wood Pare and Johnna (Jody) Wood and sister-in-law Gloria Wood.  Grandchildren Gretchen O'Connor, Christopher Reavis (Brittany)Brooke Reavis (Chris), Josie Waycott, Rori Brann, Reagan Brann. Great grandchildren Abigail and Alexander Reavis. As well as many, many close friends, nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Take the honorable path and you cannot go wrong.

There will be no services per Jeff's request.

Condolences may be expressed at www.funeralalternatives.net

Edith Ardell Wyman Parker left this world peacefully on December 2, 2020 in Harpswell at the age of 92 surrounded by her family. Edith was born January 4, 1928 in Augusta to Earl and Lena Wyman. She went on to be educated in the Augusta Schools and graduated from Cony High School in 1946. From there she went on to meet the person who made her soul shine, Donald Parker, and they married October 13, 1951. Together they had two children, Deborah and William. Throughout their marriage they experienced many adventures full of national and international travel and social events. Edith was a strong, determined woman, who experienced so much in life, but she considered her greatest accomplishment to be her family.

Growing up on a dairy farm instilled a strong work ethic in Edith and she spoke fondly of her time as a “working girl” as a secretary for the State of Maine, where she worked in several departments, but ended her time there as the secretary to the DIrector of Licensing at the Maine State Liquor Commission . She stepped into retirement before she intended in 1971 due to a battle with cervical cancer. This was the first of 2 battles with cancer she won, the second, a battle with ovarian cancer occurring in 1999. In her younger days Edith was a Past Noble Grand in the International Association of Rebekah Assemblies, a Lifetime Member of the Queen Esther Chapter of Eastern Star, and was involved in the Augusta Assembly 10 of Rainbow Girls. Later in life she was a member of the Lady Shrine. She enjoyed working in both the peri mutuel offices and ticketing booth annually at the Fryeburg Fair from the early 1990s-2011. Although she retired at an early age, she was always busy working around the house at the lake, caring for her grandchildren, or preparing her cards for mailing. She never missed a birthday, anniversary or other holiday.

She was a social person always eager to chat on the phone, engage in a late night card game, host a dinner or party at her home, or later in life just go for a car ride and chat. She cherished family gatherings and she made sure she was present for every single one. Invites to spend time at “the lake” were always open to family and friends. Edith, or Nana, as she was affectionately known by many, loved to listen to all the adventures of her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren and would zealously share the stories she heard with anyone who would lend an ear. She loved to travel around to various sporting events and extracurricular activities that her grandchildren and great-grandchildren participated in to show her support. Her strong commitment to her family will be carried in their hearts forever.

Edith was predeceased by her husband Donald Parker and siblings Evelyn Jackson, Marion Goodrich, Virginia Wyman, James Wyman, and Patty Parker. She is survived by her daughter, Deborah Wolfenden and her husband Robert of Harpswell and her son William Parker and his wife, Terri, of Augusta. In addition to her children, she is survived by 7 grandchildren, 1 step granddaughter, 12 great-grandchildren and 1 step great-granddaughter in addition to several nieces and nephews. She was deeply loved by many.

A celebration of her Edith’s life will take place in the spring of 2021. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Oxford County Agricultural Fair, PO Box 193, Norway, Maine 04268

Wayne R. Cram Sr.--Lisbon Falls—Wayne R. Cram Sr. of Lisbon Falls passed away at his resident on December 15. He was born in Vassalboro on June 24, 1941, the son of Robert and Mary Jones Cram.

Wayne was born in Vassalboro but grew up in Liberty and Holbrook, MA. He served in the U.S. Navy from 1959-1964 and then worked at Quincey Shipyard and drove trucks for several companies. His hobbies were hunting, playing the lottery, genealogy and shooting the sxxt.. Wayne enjoyed his beloved cats and chihuahuas. He will be greatly missed by all of his family and friends. He was predeceased by his daughter, Teresa Cram Kane, his sister Pat Wallace and his mother Mary Cram. Survivors include his son, Wayne Cram Jr. Bridgewater, MA and daughter, Ginger Cram Campbell of Evington, VA, brother, Rodney Cram of Whitman, MA, his long term partner of 41 years, Mae Roberts and five grandchildren and great grandchildren. There will be no services at this time. 

AUGUSTA  -  Constance Miltimore (Blanchard) Best, 88, of Augusta, Maine passed away on Sunday, December 13, 2020 at home with her family by her side, following a short illness. 

Connie was born and raised in Danvers, Massachusetts, the daughter of John and Grace (Sawyer) Miltimore.  She graduated from Holten High School class of 1950 and was very active in sports.  She went on to graduate from the University of New Hampshire (UNH) class of 1954 with a degree in Physical Education.  She was active in Theta U Sorority and was elected Mortar Board, a senior woman’s honorary society.  Following graduation, Connie taught Physical Education & Health at Rogers Hall School in Lowell, Massachusetts until her marriage to James (Tim) Blanchard in 1956.  They lived in Danvers and raised their three children.  Connie was active in community activities, teaching swimming, and serving on several boards as a faithful member of the Maple Street Congregational Church where she made several life long friends.  She also loved supporting the activities of her children. 

Long an advocate of children, in 1980 she returned to UNH and earned a Masters Degree in Early Childhood Education.  For many years she served as Director of the Henny Penny Preschool in Salem, Massachusetts.  Following her divorce from Tim, with whom she remained a faithful friend, she became a licensed Realtor and was associated with Thompson & Company in Topsfield, Massachusetts.  She later met and married the love of her life, Attorney Paul S. Best of Topsfield.  They moved to Yarmouth, Maine in 1986.  There she worked for HomeLand Real Estate for several years before moving to their retirement home in their favorite place on earth, South Bristol, Maine.  While living in South Bristol, she was an active member of Union Congregational Church, member of Citizens Offering New Alternatives (CONA) and member and former President of Community Housing Improvement Project (CHIP) and the Skidompha Book Club.  Connie was an avid reader, gardener, swimmer, and cook who loved spending time with her family, especially at the family camps on Wilson Pond in Winthrop. 

        Connie was predeceased by her parents, her sister Elizabeth Moore, and her beloved husband Paul.  She is survived by her children, Pamela Post of Waldoboro, Peter Blanchard (April) of Winthrop, and Carolyn Goudreau (Marc) of Huntington, Vermont.  Four grandchildren, Stuart Blanchard and fiancé Athena, Emily Blanchard Jewett (Kevin), Lindsey Goudreau St. Peter (Jacob), Paige Goudreau, and great grandson James Jewett.     

        The family would like to extend sincere thanks to the Maine General Hospice team for their care and compassion in supporting Mom and all of us during her illness. In addition, Mom’s friends and neighbors at Granite Hill Estates, Old South Congregational Church in Hallowell, and the South Bristol cadre provided tremendous support, defining what small community means.  Due to the ongoing pandemic, no service will be held at this time.  A memorial service to celebrate Mom’s life will be held when it is safe to gather again.  Interment will be at Maine Veterans Cemetery, Augusta.

Memories or condolences may be shared with the family at www.FuneralAlternatives.net

Memorial donations may be offered in her name to Good Shepard Food Bank, P.O. Box 1807, Auburn, ME 04211 

Cumberland Foreside - Anna Verrill Chandler DeMunn passed away on December 17 at age 102 after a long and wonderful life.   She was blessed with good health, close family and friends, gratitude and contentment right to the end.  She was a lifelong “Mainer.”  Smart, practical, self-sufficient and stylish, she would say, "When you’re from Maine, why would you go anywhere else?” “

Born on August 11, 1918, in Westbrook, Maine, Anna was the daughter of Albert and Mary Davis Verrill.  She held her own in an active and loving family:  Albert, the oldest, then Virginia, Tom, Anna, Herbert, and Jack.

After graduating from Westbrook High in 1936, she went on to University of Maine, majoring in Home Economics and enjoying merchandizing internships in Portland and at Macy’s in New York City.  At UM she met her dear Bill Chandler, a serious engineering student.  They married in 1941.

Their first home was in Ridgewood, New Jersey, where Bill worked on development of airplane engines during the war.  Anna said, “The first five years of our married life were both terrible and wonderful.”  Anna’s dear mother died two days after Pearl Harbor, followed by the arrival of their first daughter, Peggy, then Cally.

After the war, they moved back to Maine to raise their family, adding Jane and Barbara. They had fallen in love with a New England farmhouse in Cumberland Center and made the most of living in a small town.  Active in the schools and the four girls’ activities, they enjoyed the Maine outdoors with family ski weekends, camping and canoeing. They planted an apple orchard and large vegetable gardens. As the girls were leaving home, they fostered six-year-old Andy.

Bill and Anna were active in the community.  Anna was particularly proud of her volunteer involvement.  She helped start Girl Scouting in Cumberland.  She was head of the Cumberland/Falmouth Health Council, an officer of the Junior League of Portland and the Cumberland County United Way, and President of the Salvation Army Women’s Auxiliary.  Later, with the older girls in college, she took a job “holding down the fort” as secretary at Greely Institute.  She continued to enjoy University of Maine Portland Club activities into her eighties.

Bill and Anna found great pleasure in building a ski camp at Sugarloaf Mountain, and then discovered a wonderful cottage in South Harpswell.  These enabled them to stay active and to share their love of skiing and being on the water with their daughters and grandchildren.  Later, when Bill was diagnosed with cancer, they moved to a cozy house in Sun City, Arizona for winters, giving them new friends and activities.

Several years after Bill’s death (1985), Anna married a skiing friend of theirs, Bob DeMunn.   They enjoyed Sun City and Harpswell together for many years. When the trip to Arizona became difficult, they moved into a lovely condo in Falmouth.  Bob died in 2010.

Anna’s late years have been a wonderful model for staying engaged and active as we age. Her writing, which she began in Sun City, has been an on-going gift to us all.  We can’t remember a time when she wasn’t working on a chapter of “Anna’s Story,” lovely, detailed chronicles about her life.  As Anna’s friends declined in later years, she would read to them from her recorded memories of their shared experiences.

Friends over the years meant a great deal to Anna.  There was the Travel Club, in which Bill and Anna’s neighbors and friends gathered to talk about where they would like to go but probably never would.  Later, some of the women made annual trips to interesting historical and natural sites around New England, often camping.  And in recent years, Anna has invited their daughters to “Come for pie!”  As she lost her dear old friends, she made new ones in her Applegate neighborhood.  They provided love and support right to the end. 

Ledgeview Assisted Living in Cumberland Foreside was her home in the last few years,

and she couldn’t have been in a better place.  Owners David and Karen Landa and staff kept her safe, comfortable and engaged.  She especially enjoyed the exercise and music activities, and the wonderful food!   We will forever be grateful to our friends at Ledgeview for their loving care of Anna.

The family also appreciates the services provided by Northern Light Hospice, so important and helpful as Anna declined.

Anna will be dearly missed by her four daughters and their families: Margaret (Peg) Davey & Tom Zanzig, Carolyn (Cally) & Bob Moore, Jane & Owen Carney and Barbara & Ron Arsenault and her nine grandchildren and thirteen great grandchildren.

When the time seems safe and right, we will gather at the cottage to celebrate Anna’s life.  In the meantime, remembering Anna we invite you to make a contribution to an organization in your community that is providing food to those in great need during this pandemic.  We know that would have warmed her heart!

Arrangements are under the care of Funeral Alternatives, 46 Bath Rd. Brunswick, Me. Condolences may be expressed at www.funeralalternatives.net

We are sad to announce the passing of Kathy Lou (Furbush) Moody on December 8, 2020 after a short battle with illness. She was born in Lewiston on January 2nd, 1954 to Adelaide Furbush and Lewis Furbush. Before retiring she was part of the CMMC family for over 30 years working in laundry, housekeeping and cna. Prior to Cmmc she worked at Bates Mill where she met the love of her life Robert Moody and was married to him in September 1973. She is survived by her husband of fourty-seven years Robert Moody, two children Troy Moody and Melinda Carpenter, seven grandchildren two great-grandchilren and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents and her sister Doryce Voisine. She will be greatly missed by family and friends as well as her two cats Jingles and Custard. 
Celebration of life will be announced at a later date.

Anne Rodrigue, 45 of Lewiston, passed away on December 17th, 2020 at the Hospice House in Auburn following a 10 year long battle with MELAS Syndrome. She was born in Lewiston on September 25th, 1975 to parents Alfred and Joanne (Cloutier) Bard.

Prior to her illness, Anne worked at Mardens and PPMC.

Surviving her are her parents; her brother, David Bard and his wife Colleen; three nieces and one nephew; her Aunts Doris Cloutier, Florence Jipson and her husband Arnold, Liane Micks and her partner Steve Thompson, and Linda Coppens and her husband, David; two uncles, Roger Bard and his wife Lorraine, and Raymond Bard and his wife Debbie; and many cousins.

She was predeceased by her twins, Samantha and Kayla Rodrigue; her fiance, Rene Parker; her maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Wilfred Cloutier; her paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Conrad Bard; two uncles, Paul Cloutier and Richard Bard; an Aunt, Madeline Cloutier; and two cousins.

Services will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her memory to the American Diabetes Association P.O. Box 7023 Merrifield, VA 22116-7023 .

Auburn- Janis Rand returned to the Lord on December 6, 2020 after a short decline.  She was born to Ada (Gould) and George Rand on January 17, 1936. She was the 6th child of 10, all of whom have passed.  She grew up in foster care with Bertha Yeaton from the age of 12 in Poland, Maine at the Methodist Campground. She graduated from Edward Little HS in 1954, went on to Gorham Teachers' College and then to Boston University for a Masters in Religious Education. At the Methodist Church in Arlington MA, she met and later married James Rand, who had the same last name. They moved to Auburn in 1965 and had a small hobby farm with goats.  She taught second grade at Sherwood Heights School for many years and they owned Valetone Cleaners, where they both worked after her retirement from teaching.  She is survived by her two children, Nancy and her husband Tony Linz, and son, Tom Rand, and her former daughter in law, Nicole.  She had many grandchildren and great grandchildren that brought joy to her final years.

Due to the pandemic the family is postponing a celebration of life party until the summer of 2021

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Calvary United Methodist Church in Lewiston or any charity that helps those in need. 

For anyone who would like to be informed of arrangements send and email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 

AUGUSTA – Phyllis J. (Smith) DeCamp, 73, of Augusta, died peacefully on Tuesday, December 15, 2020 at MaineGeneral Rehabilitation & Long Term Care – Glenridge in Augusta.

She was born in Brunswick, Maine on September 28, 1947, the daughter of Carroll Smith and Muriel Smith Lounsbury.

She worked for many years as a secretary and her proudest accomplishment was working for State of Maine Governor McKernan.

Phyllis’s children and grandchildren were the light of her life and she cared for them deeply.  She was an avid reader, enjoyed playing computer games, collecting porcelain dolls, playing slots at the casino, and socializing at the Orioles in Sebastian, Florida.

She is survived by her husband, Dale C. DeCamp; her four children, Suzanne Ouellette of California, Michelle Veilleux and her husband Levi of Sidney, Maine, Valerie Preshong of Connecticut, and James Preshong and his wife Kathy of Augusta, Maine; her former husband and father of her four children, Francois Preshong; her grandchildren, Matthew Avila, Meagan Ouellette, Jessica Cummings, Amanda Ouellette, Nicolas Veilleux and Ashley Preshong; and her siblings David, Carolyn, Ronald, Sharon, George, Tammy, Tim, Paula, Pamela, Carla, Matthew, Michael, and Steven.

There will not be services at this time.  A burial service will be held in the spring.

The family would like to extend their deepest appreciation to the staff at MaineGeneral Rehabilitation & Long Term Care – Glenridge for the wonderful care given to Phyllis over the last two years.

Condolences may be expressed at www.funeralalternatives.net

Richard Wayne Collins, 81, of Harpswell, Maine died peacefully at his home with his family by his side, on December 8, 2020. He was born on July 5, 1939. His parents were Mattie Alexander Collins and Alton Collins.

Richard worked for Randall’s Body Shop in Harpswell. Later, he worked for Brunswick Ford for 18 years. After, he was self-employed and worked at his home body shop. He enjoyed camping and traveling around the U.S. with his friends and family. He enjoyed dressing up as Santa Claus every Christmas season and spreading joy to children and families in nursing homes. Richard and his wife, Jane, enjoyed round and square-dancing together.

Richard was an active member of the Elijah Kellogg Church and Merriconeag Grange in Harpswell. He enjoyed volunteering at the church suppers and events, especially at the Elijah Kellogg Church’s chicken barbecue.

Richard is survived by his wife of 57 years, Jane Collins, his daughter, Suzanne Gagne and her husband Ronald, and granddaughter Erica Davis. His son, Richard Collins Jr., granddaughter Courtney Collins, grandson Michael Collins, great-grandchildren, Maci, Ryker, James, and Damien.

He was predeceased by his parents: Mattie Alexander Collins & Alton Collins, his
siblings: Alton, Allen, Lovinia (Lane), Naomi (Gordon), and Janet (Gurney).

Due to COVID-19 pandemic, there will be visiting hours followed by a funeral at a later
date within the next year. More details to follow later on. In Lieu of flowers- Donations can be made to Harpswell Neck Fire Rescue Department and Elijah Kellogg Church in Harpswell. Arrangements are under the care of Funeral Alternatives, 46 Bath Rd. Brunswick, ME. Condolences may be expressed at www.funeralalternatives.net

BUNSWICK – Stan Lofchie, 95, passed away on Dec. 2. He was born August 10, 1925 in Wakefield, Massachusetts to parents Morris and Eva (née Rosenberg) Lofchie.

He was the youngest of four children. He was pre-deceased by his brother Bernard, who died very young, and his sister Enid. He is survived by his sister, Beatrice Trachtenberg, two sons Kevan and Matthew, several nephews, and by his many devoted friends and fellow peace activists.

After fighting in Europe during WWII, he studied at Cambridge, England by way of the GI bill. He graduated from Harvard and Clark Universities, earning a Ph.D in Clinical Child Psychology. He first worked at Children’s Hospital in Boston, then worked at clinics in Schenectady, New York, and Eatontown, New Jersey.  He then changed course to work in addiction therapy at Yale, New Haven Hospital and later at the Togus VA before retiring in 1995.

He was never more fulfilled than he was during “retirement” when he and his wife Loukie worked with many peace activists and friends to organize against the Mid-East wars, and for many progressive causes. His devotion to justice and a better world was particularly expressed in his enthusiasm for the Cuban Revolution.

In 1945, while at Harvard, he successfully organized a rally for progressive presidential candidate Henry Wallace, filling Harvard Stadium, earning him resounding silence from many classmates.

Donations can be made in his name to Maine Veterans for Peace (vfpmaine.org), and Let Cuba Live (letcubalive.org).

Knoxville, TN and Phippsburg, ME - Emma Marie Lauderback Johnson, age 99 of Knoxville, TN, passed peacefully on October 21st, 2020 surrounded by loved ones at her son's home in Phippsburg, Maine. “Marie” was born June 2, 1921 in Inman, SC to Aaron and Bessie Parks Williams.

She was proceeded in death by her parents; brothers Marion O. Williams, Willie P. Williams, Sr. and Walter Lee Williams Sr. 

Marie is survived by her son Charles Odel Lauderback Sr.; granddaughter Kristina Marie Lauderback and grandson Charles Odel Lauderback II, all of Maine; sister-in-law Barbara M. Williams; nephews Dr. Walter Lee Williams, Jr., Victor Williams, Michael Williams and Willie P. Williams, Jr.; and niece Lynne Williams, all of Knoxville.

She was employed by Drs. Williamson and Muse as a nurse for over fifty years until her retirement. Aside from her work, she loved caring for her flowerbeds and reading.

We would be remiss by not acknowledging a true friend and companion to the family for the last three and one-half years. That person is Stephanie McClintock, a trained CNA. Marie would affectionally refer to Steph as the “bag lady.” Steph would spend hours daily providing the care that Marie needed. They would laugh, watch television, make fun of everyone and ate whatever candy was available. As the end neared, Steph spent every day by Marie’s side until she passed. God bless you Steph.

In addition, Marie’s granddaughter, Kris, stepped up to the plate to help her grandma transition. Her loving care was invaluable.

While dementia stole her personality, there were times when her sense of humor broke through to show the “Marie” we all loved and will miss deeply. Rest in peace “Marie” with your mother at Berry Highland South, Knoxville.

Viviane G. Fotter

1930-2020  Benton

“I have fought a good fight. I have finished my course. I have kept the faith.”

Viviane G. Fotter,  God’s special servant with the most amazing, generous and loving heart, finally came to rest on December 10th and was called home to be forevermore and pain free into the loving arms of her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Viviane was born in Waterville, the daughter of Emelia and Ernest Gagnon, and was gifted in drawing and crafts at a young age.  She would display them in her home for all to see especially at Christmas for many years.

In her teenage years at Waterville High School she excelled at the violin and in her later years would give the violin to a special granddaughter, Danielle, who would play jigs and reels for her at her home in Belgrade Lakes.  In 1948 she married the love of her life, Perham L. Fotter and they were married for 54 years until his passing in 2002.  During those years they raised six sons.  Mom and Dad both worked at Diamond International in Oakland for many years and even with very limited wages and much sacrifice, the boys never went without. Everyone who knew Mom, knew that she was the strongest woman they had ever known. She worked non stop her whole life. At a very young age she developed Rheumatoid Arthritis which seriously affected her body the rest of her life. Despite years of countless surgeries, hospital visits and rehab she never complained of her illness and always was more concerned about her family than herself.

Viviane had some bucket list wishes while living with her son Stephen and his wife Linda during the last five months of her life.  The wish she wanted the most was to ride a horse for the first time. Her wish was granted, spearheaded by her special grandson Joseph Fotter who was with her the entire ride.  A beautiful article was written in this newspaper by reporter and personal friend Amy Calder about her very special day.

Viviane was pre-deceased by her husband Perham L. Fotter, two sons Phillip E. Fotter and Gerald L. Fotter who recently passed away from complications due to Covid -19; sisters Martha Pelham,Edwina Bolduc, Eva Hubert, Pearl Frost, Ernestine Parisi and brother Edward Gagnon.

She is survived by her son Bruce Fotter and wife Betty of Warsaw IN, daughter-in-law Rose Marie Fotter of Belgrade Lakes, sons  Stephen Fotter and wife Linda of Benton, Peter Fotter and wife Tammy of Rome, and James Fotter and wife Karen of Gray.  Fourteen  grandchildren, sixteen great grandchildren and two great great grandchildren. 

The family would like to say a very special thank you to Hospice care workers who provided wonderful care and support for Mom these last six months. Also thank you to Dawn, a hospice CNA who became close to Mom and provided the best care she could have. Also thanks to care helpers Betty Michaud and Amy Burns.

 A graveside service will be held in the spring with Rev. Bill Meyers officiating. Arrangements are under the care and direction of Funeral Alternatives.  In lieu of flowers donations can be made to ShineOnCass Foundation, 64 Heritage Rd., Oakland ME 04963.

“Standing now before Him and the angels gather 'round

There you are in white a royal wedding gown

Radiant joy now streams upon your face

The Master says well done you have won the long hard race”

Condolences may be expressed at www.funeralalternatives.net

Kathleen R Light (Cahill) 1938-2020

Kathleen passed away at the age of 82 on December 9, 2020 in Auburn, Maine.

This world has lost a beautiful mother, sister, grandmother, great grandmother, aunt and friend. Kathy is survived by her companion Gerald Vautour of Sabattus, brother Ronald Cahill and his wife Donna, of Massachusetts. Sister Helen Russo of Florida. Daughters Sharon Mayo, Donna Light, Kathleen Light all from Auburn. Son David Light and his wife Jessica of Sabattus. Nana is also survived by many grandchildren and great grandchildren whom she loved dearly. Auntie Kathy treasured many nieces and nephews as well.

There will not be services held at this time due to the current pandemic. A celebration of life will be planned in the future.

Kathleen was born to Patrick and Hannah (Hirrel) Cahill on April 18, 1938. Her parents were Irish immigrants who settled in Woburn Massachusetts where she was born and spent her young life. Kathy treasured her memories of the trip she took to Ireland and was very proud of her heritage.

Kathy was a resident of Lewiston/Auburn Maine throughout most of her adult life. She spent her golden years residing at Roak Block until transitioning to Clover Healthcare who provided assistance and superior care throughout the end of her life. The family would also like to thank AHHC+H for their commitment to her comfort over the past few months.

Kathleen raised 4 children as a single parent focusing on values and moral character. She worked for Penmor Lithographers also taking night classes to advance in this company where she eventually retired.

Jerry and his “Queenie” could be seen out and about socializing. They enjoyed live music, local festivals and Sunday drives. Kathy enjoyed volunteering in her community (Great Falls Balloon Festival, local nursing homes, and the Little Community Theater to name a few) and loved to bring a smile to someone else’s face. Her quick wit, feisty spirit and humor are a few things we will miss but will carry on through her family and friend’s wonderful memories.

Margaret J. Tripp, 78, Auburn, died 12/9/20 at Clover Manor due to Covid-19.

Born on 6/23/42 to Lawrence and Hilda Johnson

Enjoyed bowling, camping, singing, dancing, rock & roll, and the Pal-Hop.

Worked at Pioneer Plastics and loved driving with her husband for Community Concepts.

Predeceased by her parents, her husband, Arthur (Dick) Tripp, son, Steven Gibbings, brothers, Lawrence and Jimmy Johnson, sisters, Elaine Cane and Barbara Johnson

Survived by son, Fred and wife, Celine Gibbings; daughter-in-law, Peggy Gaumont; twin sister, Margie

Hess, brother, Danny and wife, Bonita Johnson; grandchildren: Nicholas, Steven and Jacob Gibbings;
great-grandchildren: Lilliana, Jackson, and Piper Gibbings.

We would like to thank Clover Manor for the wonderful care you took of Margaret. Thank you for loving
her during her last days when we could not be with her.

Condolences may be expressed at www.funeralalternatives.net

Karole Lynne Johnson, 66, of CAPE ELIZABETH, ME, died peacefully on Thursday, December 3rd 2020, at Maine Medical Center surrounded by her family.  

The youngest of four children, she was born on March 31st 1954, to her loving parents Carolyn Johnson (Peterson) and Gordon Johnson in Caribou, Maine.  She grew up in the small town of Westmanland, Maine in Aroostook County on the Johnson family farm.  She would attend Caribou High School and graduated from the University of Southern Maine with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing in 1976.

After just a short time working in nursing, Karole realized her true passion in life: helping those suffering with mental illness.  She believed the worst type of pain was those suffering from mental distress and wanted to do whatever it took to help anyone who was in pain. 

Karole began her career in healthcare in Southern Maine before moving to Washington D.C. to work at Georgetown University Hospital.  After a few years in our nation’s capital, she returned to Aroostook County to work in mental health in Caribou, ME.  Here, she would meet her future husband, Stephen Malenfant, a fellow nurse after he built up the courage to ask her out.

The couple would eventually move to Texas so Karole could obtain her Master’s degree in Nursing from the University of Texas at El Paso in 1986 before returning to Maine.  They would start a family in Portland, Maine, giving birth to two sons, Caleb and Micah.  Karole was a beacon of the North Deering community of Portland for decades as she raised her boys while helping to improve the mental wellness of the Greater Portland area. 

She embodied exactly what a nurse is: a superhero on earth. 

The majority of Karole’s nursing career was spent as a nurse manager in the P6 unit at Maine Medical Center and at Spring Harbor Hospital.  She met many colleagues throughout the years that also became close friends.  Her peers were always attracted to her unconditional calm, kind, and caring demeanor.  She met so many wonderful healthcare workers through her work and kept in close contact with many of them throughout the years.  

In her final years before retirement, Karole served as Director and Associate Chief of Nursing at Spring Harbor Hospital in Westbrook, ME before serving as the Senior Director of Behavior Health Services at Southern Maine Health Care (SMHC). Some of her final projects included supervising Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) teams across the Maine Behavioral Healthcare system, managing the Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) and Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) at SMHC, and leading early design work for the new inpatient behavioral health units in Sanford, ME. 

She had recently retired and was enjoying her new found open schedule to the fullest. 

Her greatest joy in life was being a mother.  Everything she did in life was for her family.  Along with her husband, Stephen, she was dedicated to building a beautiful home for their family and friends to enjoy.  They worked tirelessly on their old, iconic farmhouse in Portland, Maine to keep it a pillar of the North Dering neighborhood that so many cherished.  Unfortunately, Stephen passed away unexpectedly in 2012.  Karole was a rock for her family and sons during the difficult time after his passing.  In the past few years, she was blessed to meet her significant other, Ron, with whom she shared many exciting adventures. 

She loved lakes, ponds, the ocean, and all things to do with water.  She could spend all day swimming, kayaking, and just lounging around in floats with friends and family.  Even in the early spring and late fall, when the water wasn’t particularly warm, she’d exclaim, “it’s great to be alive in the north woods of Maine” in an attempt to encourage others to join her in the chilly water. 

Karole is survived by her beloved mother, Carolyn Johnson, of Topsham, ME, two sons, Caleb and Micah Malenfant, of Saco, ME, sister, Rebecca Johnson and her husband David Plourde, of Concord, NH, brother, Retired Admiral Gregory Johnson and his wife Carol Hancock, of Casco/Harpswell, ME, partner Ron Hiser, of Damariscotta, ME, as well as many nieces, nephews, and friends she would consider family. 

Karole’s passion of helping others lives on in her two sons who continue her work in the field of healthcare.  Caleb works in the field of disability insurance and Micah is a Doctor of Nursing Practice at her former employer, Maine Behavioral Healthcare

An outdoor celebration of life service will be held at a later date.  In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established in her and Stephen’s honor.  All funds contributed to the memorial will go toward a public granite bench in their names and a scholarship fund in their honor for aspiring nurses.  For more information and to contribute, please visit the following website link:  www.gofund.me/9fddf3f3

Marvin Floyd of Greensboro NC, born May 13th, 1938 passed away November 28th, 2020 at Russell Park in Lewiston Maine at the age of 82. He was an inventor, and a fighter, and a storyteller. He was a husband, a father, a grandfather, and an excellent friend to get in trouble with. He was the son of a sharecropper, the grandson of a slave and the world is lessened without him.

A man with a long and storied life behind him, he leaves behind a large and loving family and is survived by, 

His Wife of 38 years, Mrs. Jodi Floyd of Auburn ME

His children; Demetris Carson (daughter), Madeline Floyd (daughter), Rodriquez Floyd (Son), Stacey Fuller(daughter) from Mrs. Mary Floyd of NC (ex-wife, Deceased)

Keri Lipe (daughter) from Ms. Pam Wheeler of NC

LeeAnn Floyd (Daughter), Krysten Floyd (Daughter), John Floyd (Son), and Jeremiah Floyd (son) from his wife, Mrs. Jodi Floyd of ME

His Grandchildren: Sherica Smith, Toya Sloan, Quentin Smith, Tiffany Floyd, Travis Floyd, To'kara Floyd, To'Quisha Fuller, Gregory Fuller Jr, Matthew House, Janiqua Floyd, Mckayla Ramirez, Bryce Mitschele, Liam Lipe, Mckenna Avery, Judah Thorne

His sisters Mrs. Melba Wiley and Maline Simpson of North Carolina

And a beloved group of nieces, nephews, and great grandchildren

He is predeceased by his parents, Mr. John and Mrs. Alice Floyd, his siblings Ms. Marjorie Floyd, Mrs. Ida Mae Bradley, Mr. John Floyd, Mr. Roosevelt Floyd, Mrs. Willie Belle Scales, his son Marvin Floyd Jr, and his grandson Dion Conwell.

He will be deeply missed

Pauline Jacqueline Turcotte, 87 of Lewiston, passed away in her home Sunday December 6th surrounded by her loving family.

She was born August 4th, 1933 in Auburn to Laurent and Helen Dennis. She was a graduate of Edward Little High School and attended Central Maine School of Business. She worked many years at Dori Shoe as a credit analyst then finished up her career working for the State of Maine Employment Department.

She was a Communicant of and lifelong parishioner of Sacred Heart Church in Auburn.

She enjoyed the outdoors especially the ocean; loved playing cards and any type of game, from Candy Land with her grandchildren to a competitive game of Trivial Pursuit.  She was most happy simply spending time with her family. She was a kind and caring person who will be deeply missed. She was a wonderful daughter, sister, wife, mother and grandmother. The unyielding love and devotion she had for her family will be carried with us forever.

She is predeceased by her brothers Roland Dennis and Morris Dennis, sisters Theresa Obie and Jeannette Morhauser, and son Michael Turcotte.

She is survived by her husband of 65 years Robert; sister Diane Dennis of Auburn; son Dennis Turcotte and grandsons Matthew and Brock of Encinitas, CA; daughter Carol Wilson (husband Peter) of Ashland, MA; granddaughters Jennifer Wilson Robinson, Brenna Wilson Doucette, Nicole Wilson Eisele, Meaghan Turcotte, and great grandson Lukas Eisele.

Given the challenges associated with the COVID pandemic, traditional visiting hours will not be held.  Condolences to the family will take place at Sacred Heart Church in Auburn on Saturday December 12, 2020 at 9:30am, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 am.  A private burial ceremony will be held at St. Peter’s Cemetery in Lewiston following the Mass.  Many thanks from the family for all the love and compassion given by Beacon Hospice and Elite Home Health Care .

In Lieu of flowers please consider donations to Good Shepard Food Bank of Maine, https://www.gsfb.org/hunger-in-maine/

Audrey Gertrude Mabel Jones Bradbury peacefully passed away at home December 5th, surrounded by family. Born 1936 in Penmon, Wales, Audrey was first and foremost proud to be Welsh. More than anything, Audrey loved to tell stories of the land of daffodils, poetry and music. A rich history of family love and spiritedness coursed through her veins. As such, while she loved her life in America, she always had “hiraeth” (Welsh “longing”) tugging at her heart. Although she lived here for over 60 years, her green card said it all.

At age 21, she married SSgt Mahlon “Brad” Bradbury, whom she met on a blind date when he was stationed in England. During their 23 years in the Air Force, they raised three children, made life-long friends and saw a bit of the world. Puerto Rico was her favorite assignment. Eventually settling in Brunswick, Audrey worked a few jobs, grew beautiful flowers, enjoyed being a “Nain” (Welsh grandmother) and kept close ties with her family across the pond, with regular visits to her homeland.

Exceptionally charming and loving, Audrey made friends everywhere she went and had the gift of making each person she met feel special. Besides being known as a beloved friend, she was also known as “the card lady” for her 18 year career at the former Brunswick Navy Exchange. Perhaps Audrey’s most famous role was as “the cake lady,” where we feel certain she baked at least 3,842 pound and Christmas cakes across her life for all her friends.

Some of the many traditions she leaves us with include pulling Christmas crackers, celebrating Boxing Day, buying daffodils on St. David’s Day, planting snowdrops, dancing the YMCA without restraint, singing, whistling, growing flowers and tossing peas.

Audrey is survived by her son Joseph Bradbury and wife Cynthia, daughter Susan Maxwell and husband Greg, daughter Joanne Pardue, grandchildren John (Jessica) and Annie (Dustin), and great grandchildren Evelyn, Ethan, Zoey and Audrey. With family on both sides of the Atlantic, she leaves behind sisters Iris Gadd and Sheila de Silva, sisters-in-law Elizabeth Wagner, Norma Albee and Judy Hooper, treasured nieces and nephews and countless friends, most especially her best friend Margaret Sutherland, and her furry companion Iris. Audrey was predeceased by her husband, Mahlon F. Bradbury, sister Nora Jones and brothers Stanley Jones and Gordon Hartley.

Her family appreciates Dr. Gullo’s honest and kind care and the loving support provided by CHANS Hospice, especially Joey-Lynne, RN and Lacey, MSW. Alas, mom was blessed to be surrounded by thoughtful and helpful neighbors during her life in Brunswick. Therefore, we will forever be grateful to the Labbes, the Caldens, and Karen Giustra for always looking out for mom.

A Celebration of Life is postponed. However, you are invited to visit  www.funeralalternatives.net  to learn more about her life or to share your own thoughts.

In lieu of flowers, Audrey hoped for donations to be made to Centre Street Congregational Church, UCC, 9 Center Street, PO Box 265, Machias, ME 04654.

Auburn - Pauline Blanche Duguay, 90, of Livermore Falls, passed away on November 23rd, 2020 at Clover Health Care in Auburn, Maine. She was with her hospice caregiver and the unit nurse when she peacefully passed. Because of the pandemic, family members and a priest were not allowed to travel the last hours of her journey with her. Pauline was born January 30, 1930 in the town of Jay. Pauline attended Livermore Falls public schools and in 1950 was wed to Norman Duguay at St. Rose of Lima Church in Jay. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and great, great grandmother. Her passion for life was unforgettable. She was thrilled to share family time, often singing, dancing and playing the piano. Pauline also loved to play cards, especially BINGO, and traveling, hitting almost all of our 50 states and making new friends, it seemed, at every destination. Over the years she was involved with the St. Rose choir, VFW, AMVETS, American Legion, and also volunteered with Norman at the Livermore Falls Grammar School, serving lunches for many years. She is survived by her 8 children, Gloria and Craig Rush, Irene Noyes, Dennis and Lynne, Ann Miller, Janet and Linwood Savage, David and Julie, Donald and Doris, Gail and Joey Purington, 13 grandchildren, 20+ great grandchildren and 1 great, great, grandchild, sisters, Geraldine Richards, Jeannine Hebert, Florence Couture, and Gloria Norton; brothers, Lawrence Pare̒ and Joey Poulin. She was predeceased by her mother, Blanche Poulin, father, Emile Pare̒, stepfather, Josephat Poulin and husband Norman, of 64 years and 7 brothers and sisters. Pauline will be greatly missed by family, friends and all those she connected with over the years. The light she generated was warm and radiant making the traveling a bit more enjoyable for all those it touched.

Funeral services will be held at a later time. In lieu of flowers please donate to a charity supporting those in need.

Lastly, our family would like to convey our heartfelt gratitude for the outstanding support and care given to our mother at Clover Health Care during her stay for the last 8 months of her life. The commitment and dedication in both the Skilled Nursing as well as the Nursing Home units was truly OUTSTANDING in these, the most challenging of times. God Bless them All !!!

Lifelong Hallowell resident Mary V. Plumer died peacefully in her home on December 1st at age 81. She was preceded in death by her husband Paul S. Plumer, Jr. who passed away in 2010. She was a fixture in Hallowell, having been very active in her community, and having lived in her Warren Street home for 55 years.

Mary was a longtime journalist at the Kennebec Journal in Augusta, beginning as a High School reporter at age 15, and working her way up to a full time job as Reporter and over 20 years becoming the paper’s City Editor and ultimately State Editor. She also worked as a freelance writer and was widely published in various magazines and journals around the country.

She won numerous awards for her writing from the Maine Press Association, the New England Press Association, the New England Women’s Press Association and others.

She also had a strong entrepreneurial spirit and ran an Antiques business in Hallowell and Wiscasset for many years from the late 1960’s into the 1990’s. In 1984 she opened her print shop in Hallowell. Also throughout most of the 1980s she was a contracted speechwriter for then Governor Joseph E. Brennan and others.

She ended her distinguished career working for the Augusta General Hospital where she was Director of Communications.

Mary was an animal lover of all kinds, but especially her dogs. She loved nature and hiking at Baxter State Park, and being with her many friends and family. She loved writing and photography as well as pottery. She enjoyed time in her home in Hallowell, and at her camp on Lake Cobbossee. She loved being with people and she especially loved small children.

She is survived by her brother and his wife, and her son and his wife, and their children and grandchildren. A celebration of life is being planned for the springtime. In lieu of flowers please consider a gift to the Humane Society in her honor.

Condolences may be expressed at www.funeralalternatives.net

Richard Gerard Lepage died on November 27th, 2020 due to complications of COVID-19.

He was born November 23rd, 1949 to Theresa and Gerard Lepage. He will be joining his wife of over 30 years, Alicia Lepage who passed on February 8th, 2016.

He leaves behind three children, Normand Lepage, Cynthia Reed and Karen Lepage; 9 grandchildren; 4 great grand daughters; and many brothers, sisters and family.

Ruth Iona Trainor Lanagan, age 96 of Brunswick, ME; died on December 2, 2020, in her home at Thornton Hall, Brunswick ME. Ruth was born on November 28, 1924 the daughter of  Burton Daniel Clark Trainor and Annette Waichulis

Ruth attended Becker College in MA, and went on to work as a secretary at Brunswick School District for 30 years, primarily at Coffin Elementary School.  

Ruth enjoyed spending time with family and friends, casino, swimming, and dancing. She was a member of the Retired Teachers Association as well as the Brunswick Art Club

Ruth is survived by her children:  Janet Lanagan Sullivan and her partner Jonathan H. Klein of Stonington, CT; Peggy Lanagan Corey and her husband Richard Corey of Portland, ME; Laurie Lanagan and Robert Michael Lanagan of Winston-Salem, North Carolina, and by her granddaughters:  Shelley Deming of Smithfield, RI; Jessica Corey Cattaneo and her husband Stephen Cattaneo of South Portland, ME; Briana Mendiola Mitchell and her husband Korte Mitchell of North Carolina and Gracie Lanagan of North Carolina. Ruth also leaves behind her great-grandchildren:  Tyler Deming, Taylor Deming, and Tara Deming of Smithfield RI.

Ruth was predeceased by her husband: Robert James Lanagan and a daughter: Susan Lanagan Rosenfeld

Services for Ruth will be held in the summer of 2021. Memorial donations may be made in her memory to the Alzheimer’s Association P.O. Box 96011 Washington DC 20090-6011. Arrangements are under the care and direction of Funeral Alternatives, 46 Bath Rd. Brunswick, ME Condolences may be expressed at www.funeralalternatives.net

Andrew A. Norton, 93 of Brunswick passed away on Friday, December 4, 2020. Andrew was born in Harpswell, ME on June 2, 1927 a son of the late George and Hattie (Merriman) Norton.

Andrew was educated in local schools graduating from Brunswick High in 1949 and from the University of Maine  with a bachelor’s degree as a civil engineer with the class of 1955. At the end of Andrew’s Sophomore year of high school he enlisted in the US Army and served with the 11th Airborne Infantry.

Andrew worked for the Maine Department of Transportation as a civil engineer for 35 years, retiring in 1987. He enjoyed playing tennis, working outside, hiking, traveling and taking motorcycle trips. Many friends and relatives have enjoyed Andrew’s famous planter’s punches.

Andrew is survived by his wife Cheryl St. Pierre, a sister Hannah Dring, his two daughters Susan Larrabee and A. Mae Norton as well as by many nieces and nephews.

Andrew was predeceased by his parents, the mother to his daughters Colleen Donovan Norton in 2016 and by his siblings: Charles, George, Warren, Walter and Augusta Duncan.

At this time no services are being scheduled for Andrew. Arrangements are under the care of Funeral Alternatives, 46 Bath Rd. Brunswick, Me. Condolences may be expressed at www.funeralalternatives.net

Rene J. LeBlanc, age 86, of Canton, Maine, and Dade City, Florida, passed away peacefully at his home in Maine in the early hours on December 1, 2020.

Rene was born in Mexico, Maine, on July 21, 1934, the son of  Alyre J. LeBlanc and Anna Q. St. Onge.  He attended grade school at St. Theresa's in Mexico, and graduated from Canton High School in 1952. 

In 1953, he married the love of his life, Geraldine (Gerry) M. Webster of Mexico, with whom he enjoyed 62 years of marriage until her passing in 2015.  They lived most of their lives in Canton where they raised their three children.  Upon retirement, they spent the winter months at their home in Dade City, Florida.

Rene was a skilled electrician and spent the majority of his career working as an electrician for International Paper and Boise Cascade/Mead Paper Companies.  He also was well known as proprietor of Rene's Cycle Sales in Canton, Maine, where he sold and serviced motorcycles for many years. Earlier, he operated LeBlanc's Television Repair, and worked at Langervin's TV and Appliance in Dixfield, among other jobs.  He was always a very busy man, oftentimes working more than one job at a time.  He was a continuous learner, receiving several certificates and licenses throughout his career mostly pertaining to electrical work.

Rene was an active member of the North American Family Campers Association (NAFCA), Pine Tree Campground Chapter 33 in Buckfield, and the Maine Rover's Campground Chapter 126 in Jay (where he was one of the founding fathers).  He was a communicant of the Holy Savior Catholic Church in Rumford and St. Rita in Dade City, Florida.

Rene enjoyed traveling with his family to various locations throughout the U.S. and Canada, camping and traveling in their motor home. He also enjoyed working on his many varied projects and helping other people with theirs, as he could build or repair just about anything.

He is survived by one brother, Raymond LeBlanc; daughters Cathy Newman (Ralph) of Stratton, Patricia Richards (Peter) of Canton, and a son Rene LeBlanc (Melinda) of Chesterville; granddaughters Michelle Ouellette (Cory), Denise Kidder, Mallory LeBlanc, and Brooke LeBlanc; grandsons Brandon LeBlanc (Melissa) and Alex LeBlanc (Diana); great grandchildren Caleb Turner, Cameron Kidder, Amelia LeBlanc, Oakley LeBlanc and Benjamin LeBlanc; step- great-grandson Dylan Kidder; sisters-in-law, Evelyn Kenney and Carol Webster; and several nieces, nephews and many friends.

Rene was predeceased by his wife, parents, brother Alfred LeBlanc, mother-in-law Leona Thomas, father-in-law Everett Webster, brothers-in-law Walter Webster and James Kenney, sisters-in-law Rose LeBlanc and Louise LeBlanc.

A graveside ceremony and celebration of life will be held in the spring.

Many thanks for the love and compassion shown to Rene by Androscoggin Home Health Care and Hospice and caregivers Darlene, Lauren, Melissa and Libby.  If desired gifts in Rene's memory may be made to the Canton Historical Society c/o  Phyllis Ouellette, PO Box 605, Canton, ME  04221 or the Canton Cemetery Restoration Project (make checks payable to: Town of Canton with memo for the Cemetery Fund), 94 Turner St., Canton, ME  04221.

Griffith M. Jones Jr died peacefully at home in Bath November 27th after a period of declining health.

Griff was born in 1930 in Manhattan, the 3rd of 4 children of Griffith M Jones and Dorathea Jones (nee Fullagher).  Soon after his birth, the Jones family moved to Stamford, CT, which, with the exception of a few years on the Eastern Shore of Maryland, would be the family home base from then on.   Griff played football at Stamford high school.

After high school he joined the Navy.  In a spur-of-the-moment bid to avoid an unpleasant work assignment, he took the officer candidate examination and ended up being appointed to the U.S. Naval Academy at Annapolis where he also played football until sidelined by a knee injury.
He served in the Korean conflict in a Bath-built ship, USS Ernest G Small and narrowly avoided being blown-up when the vessel struck a mine during the naval bombardment of Hungnam.  

Naval politics and bureaucracy didn't suit Griff and he returned to civilian life in Connecticut, earning a degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of Connecticut in 1956.   At UConn, Griff was active in Theta Xi fraternity and remained in touch with several of his fraternity brothers for the rest of their lives.

After UConn, Griff settled in the Boston area where he worked as an Engineer at MIT Lincoln Labs, working on the cold war SAGE air defense system, taking graduate courses in his spare time.  He described this as one of the best times of his working career.  Over time, he worked for a number of technology companies in the route 128 corridor including Bell Labs, Signetics, and Veeder Root, first as a design engineer, and later as a sales engineer.

In the early 60's Griff met his wife, and the love of his life, Joanna Ewing.   The couple met at The Sevens pub on Beacon Hill: a place they frequented with a circle of friends that they remained close to for over 50 years.  In wooing Joanna, Griff pretended to enjoy jazz, folk music and dancing.  Joanna saw through this but managed to overlook it.   The couple married, settled in Marblehead, MA, and started a family (Not necessarily in that order). There they enjoyed skiing, sailing, and socializing at Maddie's Sail Loft.

By the early 70's Griff tired of working for others and decided to become his own boss.  After exploring several options, he started a successful NAPA auto parts store in Leominster MA.   He sold the Massachusetts store and moved to Bath in 1977, seeking a place that was closer to both the ocean and to skiing.   He started and operated Bath Auto Supply for over 30 years, stubbornly refusing to retire until he sold the business in 2007.  His grandsons fondly remember visiting the store as children: he always had hats and stickers and toy NAPA trucks for them.

After retirement, Griff returned to his lifelong love of learning, digging into economics and mathematics, taking online courses and reading extensively.  Griff became health-conscious in his later years, working out regularly at the Bath YMCA, where he made several close friends (some of whom shared his strong conservative political leanings, and some of whom just enjoyed arguing with him).  He was a strong Trump supporter, but allowed, towards the end of his life, that while Trump had good policy ideas, possibly he had some faults as well.

Griff is survived by his wife Joanna, his three sons Darrick, Channing, and Chris, his daughters in law, Melissa, Amy, and Suzanne, seven grandchildren, and his younger sister Ina.   He was predeceased by his sisters Judy and Dottie.

Dennis W. Delmonico, Jr, 56, of Fryeburg ME, formerly of Stratford, CT passed away on November 27, 2020 at Central Maine Medical Center in Lewiston after a brief illness. His beloved wife of 32 years, Debra W. Delmonico, was by his side.

He is survived by their daughter, Elizabeth I. Delmonico, his mother Lorraine L. DelMonico of San Juan Capistrano, CA and his brother, Darren J. DelMonico of Capistrano Beach, CA.

Dennis was predeceased by his father, Dennis W. DelMonico, Sr and his father-in-law Edwin F. White. He is also survived by his mother in law, Elizabeth P. White of Gorham, ME, brother-in-law Mark White and his wife Betty of Freeland, MI, brother-in-law Kevin White and his girlfriend Tammy of Shelton, CT and sister-in-law Diane Mealo and her husband Mark of Apopka, FL as well as many nephews and nieces.

Dennis was born on July 1, 1964 in Bridgeport, CT and raised in Stratford where he was a 1982 graduate of Stratford High School. Dennis maintained lifelong friendships with his classmates even after he moved with his family to Maine in 1999. Dennis had two passions; baseball and cooking. He pursued careers in both, spending 3 years as a minor league umpire after high school and the most recent 20+ years as a highly regarded chef in the Mt. Washington Valley area. He also worked for several years in between as an HVAC technician at General Reinsurance in Stamford. Dennis was a natural mentor, encouraging his nieces, nephews, interns and coworkers toward their career goals in the food service industry or whatever pathway they pursued. He would light up any room with his humorous expressions and he loved to keep everyone well fed.

At his request, there will be no calling hours or service. All who knew him are encouraged to enjoy a good meal with the people you love and raise a glass to his memory. Anyone wishing to make a memorial donation are encouraged to consider 'The Sunshine Backpack Food Program’ c/o Molly Ockett School, 25 Molly Ockett Dr., Fryeburg, ME 04037 or 'Stratford High School Baseball’, c/o Stratford High School, 245 King St., Stratford, CT 06615. Dennis’ family wishes to express their deepest appreciation to the oncology team and all the staff of M1 at Central Maine Medical Center for the care and compassion shown over the past five weeks. Burial will be at the convenience of the family.

LEWISTON – Bruce F. McGowen, 90, formerly of Harpswell, passed away on Tuesday, November 24, 2020 after a brief illness at the Maine Veterans Home in Scarborough. Bruce was born in Portland on February 4,1930 to Carl and Elsie McGowen. He graduated from Porter High School Class of 1949.Bruce entered the U.S. Navy in 1950 during the Korean Conflict serving aboard the USS Myles C. Fox DDR-829. After his military service he returned to Harpswell to help in the building of Cook’s Lobster House Restaurant, later he became a cook there. Bruce owned a roadside stand called Mac’s Clam Shack in Harpswell. He worked at BIW, Electric Shop for 11 years before going into the car sales business. He started selling at John Crafts, Brunswick Ford and on to Bodwell Motors in Bath selling Ford, Lincoln Mercury. Bruce retired in 1997 after selling cars for 33 years. He received several awards for being a Top Salesman during his career. After retiring, he worked part time for the car auctions in Richmond and Lewiston.In 1956 Bruce married Antoinette Baker raising two children, Bruce and DeborahHe was predeceased by his parents and his three brothers (Neil, Alan, Brian) and one sister (Elaine). He was an avid hunter and fisherman. Went moose hunting, tagging one. Loved his time in the Maine woods, so proud of earning the Biggest Bucks in Maine patch. Life long member of the American Legion, Elks Lodge, VFW, SAM, North American Hunting Club, NRA, Tin Can Sailors Destroyer Veterans Assn.Bruce is survived by his life long partner of 33 years Sandie Fox, daughter Deborah (Bob), Son Bruce (Bonnie), granddaughter Jessica (Jason). Sandie’s children who he called his family, Tim, Kris and Bethany, Katie, Mike and Konnor. Also several nieces and nephews and a lot of wonderful friends, specially Dick Kingsbury and the rest you know who you are!Hobbies for Bruce and Sandie were dancing, dancing and more dancing,camping at Happy Horseshoe Campground for over 25 years, traveling and eating out. Enjoying their fishing and camping trips to Chesuncook Lake.We want to express our sincere thank you to Unit A and Unit B at the Vet’s Home in Scarborough for their outstanding care given to Bruce, their communication to the family was admirable. So glad we chose your great facility.No services are planned at this time. Memorial donations maybe made to B.P.O. ELKS, LODGE NO. 2043, 179 PARK ROW, BRUNSWICK, ME 04011.

Albert Sylvain, 97, of Auburn passed away on Monday 11/23/2020 at Clover Healthcare Nursing unit in Auburn Maine. His health had been declining since the Covid-19 pandemic and had recently been receiving extra care from the Androscoggin Hospice Health staff. The good Lord called Al home on November 23, 2020 he died a peaceful death.

Al was born on February 24, 1923 in Connors New Brunswick, Canada the son of the late George and Gertrude (Oakes) Sylvain when he was still a young baby the family moved to Maine where his mother was born. For many years after grammar school he worked in the woods with his Dad cutting and hauling timber until the time that he was drafted as World war 11 was breaking out. He served in the Air Force and was stationed in Biloxi Mississippi and while there Al served as a cook for the troops and was eventually promoted to the rank of Staff Sargent and was nicknamed 'Cookie' which he found somewhat amusing as it was also the same name the loggers had called him when he worked in the woods and from time to time would have to step in as cook for the logging crew when needed. One of the most memorable highlights of his life was having gone to Washington D.C. with the Maine Honor Flight as a WWI 1 Veteran.

During one of Al's Military leaves he met the love of his life Lucia Eva Bannister of Lewiston, and on Feb 25 of 1943 they were married. They would go on to raise two children, a daughter, and a year later a son. They were parishioners of St. Joseph's church in Lewiston and as the children grew they attend St. Joseph's school. When the kids were still in school Al, with some local neighborhood dads on there time off built a skating ring across the street from Al's home on Elliott Avenue in Lewiston which also featured side boards around the rink for the hockey games that would be soon be played there also built a, warm-up snack shack, where the neighborhood kids could warm up, ice skate and the hockey enthusiastic neighborhood boys would have a place to play hockey, that was the start of the first Elliott Ave hockey club in Lewiston. Competition games would be played among hockey clubs throughout different parts of the city. Al and some of the other dads would be out late at night flooding the rink with garden hoses getting the ice ready for the next day when kids and families from all around would come for the fun entertainment and watch the hockey clubs compete when games where scheduled. Al and Reggie Masse didn't miss any hockey games, they were both there not missing a game coaching the boys that played on Elliott's 1St hockey team. Good times were had by all as the precious seasons came and went. That one one of Al's fondest memories.

For many years Al was employed at Delar Manufacturing Inc in Lewiston assembling aluminum windows and doors including various installations Al decided to start a small repair business. Still working full time at Delar Inc. he started working part time nights and weekends out of his home on Elliott Avenue and went by Alco Repair Service doing glass, screen and home repairs and eventually started contracting work from Delar Inc. installing windows doors for Delar and began selling home improvement products from the family home. In a few short time sales and work grew and the family home had become to small. Al needed a larger place to operate his business so he bought a building on upper Main Street in Lewiston, and started the move fromhis home on Elliott Avenue to his new location on upper Main Street and changed the name to Alco Aluminum Products of Lewiston. In short years, with the help of his son he would turn his new business location into a full blown thriving successful home Improvement center Al's wife Lou, who for years had been employed at a local shoe shop in Auburn gave her notice to help with the growing family business by taking over the office work. It wasn't long before sales and installations eventually expanded throughout much of the state of Maine.

As business grew in proportion and remained stable. Some thing else was on the horizon.

Al and his son both having experience in food especially an all time favorite, from scratch, hand made, Italian pizza, and also being a family favorite, with the overweening approve from family, the work was on to build a Pizza shop directly across from the home improvement center and located on the same plot of land they would work on days off, nights, and weekends, and we preceded to build the pizza shop as time went on we hired other construction specialist as needed. When it finally opened it we named the new shop Krissy's Pizza and featured all the usual pizza shop goodies.

It was a well received by upper Main street businesses and folks from all around. It also capturing a portion of the Main street harness race drivers and fans. It was a new venture and started off with family stepping in to help. It turned out to be a neighborhood hit.

Actually it was feeling more like an entertainment break, after completing a hard day's work at Alco Aluminum Products.

Al was a hard worker, and cherished his family and home by the lake at Barnard Cove in Greene he loved hanging out with his family especially his grandchildren they were special. the most precious times in Al's life were spent with his grandchildren. He would spent as much time as possible with his loving family especially his grandchildren whom he so much enjoyed being with. There were loving, fun times, something exciting all year long. Summer outside cookouts were unmatched it didn't matter if it was grampy's famous Pizza right out of his hot pizza oven, or a smoky watering juicy roast beef cooked over, a barbecue fired smokey spits, from Bucky's General Store, in Greene, or a yummy fresh lobster pick right out from our families lobster tank at Misty's Swap shop, also located at the Greene IGA Plaza and cooked to perfection for everyone to enjoy.

The most special enjoyable times were when Al's daughter Lori Hampton and husband Dan and children would come from Vermont.

These particular times were Al's unforgettable Highlights in his eyes his look when he was around any of his grandchildren would bring out the very best of a loving granddad.

Al was a good loving dad always looking out for his family.

He was a quiet man but a very good listener. He had an inviting smile and a gentle heart. He enjoyed listening to old time western music and enjoyed playing music on instruments he collected. He could dance all night and especially enjoyed square and polka dancing. In his later years he learned to paint on canvas and wood. His art will be treasured by those with whom he shared. His sense of humor, his laughter and his calming nature will forever be missed.

Al was pre deceased by his wife, Lucia Eva Bannister, who died on Sept 17, 1985, two brothers, Wilfred, and Edmond 'Shorty' Sylvain and a sister Stella Labbe and his granddaughter Maureen.

He is survived by his daughter, Lorette Hampton and her husband Dan of Hartland Vermont and his son Albert R 'Bert' Sylvain of Lewiston. His grandchildren Shanna, Misty, Patrick, Carl, Butch, Valerie, Danny, Kristine, and Marc

He is also survived by his present wife Helen (Morin) Sylvain and her children and grandchildren. He also leaves several grandchildren, great grand children, great great grand children and nieces and nephews and Joline and Jerry Silva and their children who he was especially close to.

The family wants to thank Clover Manor of Auburn and Androscoggin Health-care of Lewiston for its loving compassion, and heroic care for Al.

Thanks also goes out to the staff at St. Mary's Residential Community and the cherished friends that gave Al love, friendship, care, safety and purpose during his years in your community.

Visiting hours will be held from 2-4pm, on December 2nd, 2020 at Funeral Alternatives, 25 Tampa St. Lewiston, Maine. A Funeral Mass will be held at 11am on Thurs. December 3rd, 2020 in the small Chapel at the Basilica of Sts. Peter and Paul in Lewiston.

In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Androscoggin Home Care and Hospice, 15 Strawberry Ave. Lewiston Maine 04240.

Roland A. Girouard, 89, of Lewiston passed away on November 27th, 2020 in Auburn. He was born on August 8th, 1931 in Lewiston to partents Maxim and Virginie (Robichaud) Girouard. Roland attended Lewiston Schools.

Roland was a longtime member of the Knights of Columbus.

He enjoyed music and dancing, especially square dancing. He also loved to hunt and roller-skate, and was an avid Red Sox fan. Roland also liked playing horseshoes, bingo and making jigsaw puzzles.

Roland worked mostly cooking in local restaurants. He cooked at the Chuck Wagon, Bates College, the bingo hall, and the race track. He also worked at RI Mitchell Auto Parts, he delivered for Dube's Flowers, and was a bartender for the Knights of Columbus. Roland also volunteered at Russell Park and Clover Manor.

He was predeceased by his wife, Marie Girouard; parents; 7 sisters and 4 brothers.

Surviving him are step-daughters Lillian Doyon and Terry and her husband Kevin Cullenburg; and a grand daughter, Johanna; and several nieces and nephews, great nieces and great nephews, and a special nephew and good friend, Normand Gagnon.

At his request there will be no services. Donations may be made in his memory to the activies fund at Clover Manor.

Cundys Harbor – On Tuesday, November 24, 2020 Clifton P. Morgan,  known as Cliff, C.P. , Dri-Ki, Papa, Uncle and Brother, passed away at age 84. Clifton died peacefully with is family at his side at CMMC in Lewiston, Maine.

Clifton was born on August 20, 1936 in Brunswick, ME to Ernest (Pat) and Vera Morgan, Morgan. He lived all his life in Cundys Harbor, Harpswell, ME. He went to school in Cundys Harbor, graduated from Brunswick High School in 1954 and he then joined the U.S. Coast Guard in 1955 and served until 1964.

On July 7, 1962 Clifton married Barbara Hayward. After the Coast Guard he returned to his love of lobstering, shrimping and scalloping. Clifton was especially fond of lobstering. He loved his family, friends and community dearly. Family gatherings, island picnics, going to camp, hunting, fishing and hanging out at Watson’s Store were among his favorite things to do. Clifton also enjoyed watching the Boston Red Sox, New England Patriots and taking Sunday rides for ice cream.

Clifton is survived by his wife of 58 years Barbara, their three children; daughter Corleen and husband Carl Anderson Jr. of Harpswell, son Gareth (Gary) Morgan and his wife Charlene of Cundys Harbor and son Randy Morgan and wife Anita of Cathance Township, ME. Clifton is also survived by 9 grandchildren, 15 great grandchildren, his sisters; Jo Gowen and Rhonda Thompson, his brothers; Gareth (Gary) Anderson, Steve Gowen, Ross Gowen, Chuck Gowen, Chris Gowen and Sean Gowen.

Clifton was predeceased by his parents Ernest and Vera Morgan, his step mothers Phyllis Alexander-Morgan and Maxine lambert-Morgan and by his sisters Elizabeth Morgan and Melinda Prossor.

Services will be held sometime in late spring or summer. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Clifton’s memory to the Cundys Harbor Fire Department, 837 Cundy's Harbor Rd, Harpswell, ME 04079. Arrangements are under the care of Funeral Alternatives, 46 Bath Rd. Brunswick, ME. Condolences may be expressed at www.funeralalternatives.net

Elizabeth Randolph Cole, 89, beloved mother, aunt and grandmother, died peacefully at her residence at Falmouth House at Ocean View in Falmouth, Maine on November 16, 2020. She was an avid reader, a lover of public radio and great supporter of education. Betsy was born on March 18, 1931 in New York, New York and spent her childhood with her siblings Sally, Frank and Peter in New York and Ridgefield, Connecticut. Betsy attended the Chapin School in Manhattan from 1937-1949 and served as the President of Self Government (student body leader) during her time there.

Betsy graduated from Vassar College in Poughkeepsie, New York in 1953 with a B.A. in American History. After earning her master’s degree from the University of Virginia, she moved to New York and worked for the Ford Foundation before meeting and marrying Philip Cole in 1967. The couple moved to Vassalboro, Maine and had two sons, John and Alan. The family spent many treasured summers on Southport Island on the coast of Maine. She loved watching the Southport Yacht Club turnabouts sail from Cozy Harbor each day.

When Betsy wasn’t busy raising her sons, her passion for education led her to volunteer at Oak Grove-Coburn school in Vassalboro. She made many friends while building the school’s alumni and fundraising networks. She transitioned to Guidance Counselor at the school from 1985-1988. After her youngest son graduated from OGC, Betsy took her love of education to Colby College in Waterville, Maine and spent the next 18 years working as a secretary in the Admissions office. She met countless prospective students and parents and poured over stacks of admissions applications during her time there.

Betsy retired in May of 2007 and lived at home in both Vassalboro and Southport until moving to the Ocean View at Falmouth retirement community in 2011. She lived independently until 2019 when she transferred to assisted living at the Falmouth House at Ocean View.

Betsy is survived by her younger brother Peter Randolph (Helen), her sons John Cole (Nancy) from Edwards, CO, and Alan Cole (Robin) from Carbondale, CO, and her grandchildren Shane Cole, Ryan Cole, Anna Cole and Jillian Cole. Her extended family includes her step-son Matthew Cole (Gwen) from Southport, ME and step-daughter Victoria Cole (the late Michael Streich) from Franconia, NH, and grandchildren Lauren Graham (Bar Clarke), Lindy Graham (Marc Anton), Allison Cole (Ben Nickerson), and Sascha Streich. Her great-grandchildren are Isabel and Finn Harkins; Graham and Alex Anton; Grace Cole-Nickerson; and Alex and Nicole Clarke.

She leaves a strong and loving extended family as her legacy. Her generosity, love and kindness will be treasured always.

The family plans an outdoor memorial in Southport this coming summer when it is safe to gather. In lieu of flowers or gifts, those wishing to honor her are invited to make a contribution to either the Good Shepherd Food Bank of Maine or Maine Public Broadcasting. Arrangements are under the care of Funeral Alternatives, 46 Bath Rd. Brunswick, ME 04011. Condolences may be expressed at www.funeralalternatives.net