DAVID HUARD

FAIRFIELD – David Huard, 73, passed away very peacefully on Wednesday, November 18, 2020, following many years suffering from illnesses. David was born in Waterville on July 29, 1947, the son of Laurier and Camille (Pooler) Huard, both deceased.

David grew up in Waterville and graduated from Waterville High School.

After high school, David entered the United States Marine Corp and proudly served his country from 1968 – 1972, attaining the rank of corporal. After being discharged from the service, he settled in Lowell, Massachusetts. While there he worked as a commercial bus driver and wore many different hats. After five years in Massachusetts, decided Maine was for him and returned home.

Dave worked many jobs, including C.F. Hathaway Shirt Factory, Central Security, Waterville Boys and Girls Club as a youth counselor, serving many young boys leading them on the right path. Many young youths were blessed to have Dave in their lives.

Dave was also nominated for the Jeffersons award.

While sitting outside during a break at C.F. Hathaway, Dave was noticed by Kipp production manager for the movie, Empire Falls. He asked Dave if he was interested in being head security during filming, and Dave, of course, said yes. Dave was bodyguard, head security for Paul Newman, Helen Hunt, Bill Fichtner, Ed Harris, Aiden Quinn, Estelle Parsons, Robin Wright Penn, Dennis Farina and many more. This was the highlight of Dave’s career and after the film, Dave retired.

While working at C.F. Hathaway, he met his wife, Shirley. They were married in 2007 and had 20 good years together.

Dave’s hobbies included drawing, fishing and woodworking. Dave loved being with his family and friends. Dave was a great “D” to his grandchildren and spent many hours coloring and drawing with them.

Dave is survived by his wife, Shirley, who took great care of him during his illness; his son, Jason and partner Nikki, of Oakland; step-children, Angela Boynton and her two children, Wyatt and Elizabeth; and Nick Shaw and his wife Megan, of Clinton; two brothers, Danny Huard and his partner Bonnie, of Oakland, Dale Huard and his wife Heidi, of Waterville; sister, Debbie Haymin, of Waterville; and half-brother Brian Warren, of Vermont; several nieces and nephews.

A military service is planned sometime in the spring, family and friends will be notified.

Arrangements are under the direction and care of Gallant Funeral Home, 10 Elm St., Waterville.

An online guestbook may be signed, condolences and memories shared at http://www.gallantfh.com.

RANDY QUIRION

WATERVILLE – Randy Quirion, 49, passed away on Saturday, December 19, 2020. He was born in Waterville November 18, 1971, son to Sharon M. McKechnie (Rockwell) and Raymond E. Quirion.

He attended school in Waterville. He was employed at Pool Tech, in Winslow. His hobbies included collecting movies and eagle photos and statues. He was an avid cycler and was seen riding all across town.

He was predeceased by his father, Raymond E. Quirion; grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Colby Rockwell, grandfather, Alfred Quirion Sr.; and several aunts and uncles.

He is survived by his mother, Sharon M. McKechnie and stepfather, Lester G. McKechnie, of Waterville; a brother, Ronnie J. Quirion, of Hinckley; an aunt, Mary Lou and uncle, Phillip Rockwell, of Oakland, an aunt, Carolyn Bartley and husband Don, of Missouri; a niece, Shelby Quirion, of Mercer; as well as several cousins.

A memorial service will be announced at a later date.

DR. NELSON MADORE

EAST FALMOUTH, Mass. – The Honorable Dr. Nelson Madore, 77, passed away at his home in East Falmouth, Massachusetts, on Christmas Eve, Dec­ember 24, 2020. He was born June 7, 1943, to Adrien and Odile (Deschaine) Madore, in Winterville.

Nelson grew up surrounded by love from his parents, four brothers, three sisters and extended family. His early years in Aroostook County were full of cherished memories he spoke of often throughout his life. Nelson would go on to be educated in Eagle Lake and graduate from Fort Kent Community High School in 1961.

Nelson entered the U.S. Army in 1962 proudly serving his country as a Green Beret, Paratrooper, and member of the 101st Airborne Division, and would continue as a staunch supporter of the U.S. military and its efforts to honor and protect the United States.

After earning a B.S. and M.A. at the University of Maine Orono, Nelson taught French in Milo, and for 40 years as professor of history, government, and management at Thomas College, in Waterville.

Nelson proudly served Waterville’s Ward 7 as school board member and chairman. This would be encouragement for a book he would co-edit, Voyages: A Maine Franco-American Reader. Nelson served Waterville constituents for five years as mayor.

Nelson was preceded in death by his parents, Adrien and Odile; brothers, Ervin, Reynold, Gilman, and Clayton.

He is survived by his wife, Paula (Franzen) Madore, currently of East Falmouth, Massachusetts; daughter Ginny Madore, of East Falmouth, Massachusetts, daughter Maren Madore and son-in-law Eric Reddy, of Lynn, Massachusetts; sisters Verna Madore, Greta Madore and Maureen LeClair, of Albion, Mae (Madore) and brother-in-law Richard Landesman, of Milford, New Hampshire; sister-in-law Mary Madore, of Corrales, New Mexico; several cousins, godsons, and a host of extended Madore, Deschaine, and Franzen family members.

A more complete version of Nelson Madore’s life can be viewed at https://www.ccgfuneralhome.com.

A proper celebration of life will be held at a later time in Summer 2021 so all people who loved Nelson can safely be together to share personal anecdotes and celebrate this incredible man.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Dr. Nelson Madore Scholarship Endowment at Thomas College; Alpha Gamma Delta Leadership Scholarship Endowment at Thomas College. http://www.thomas.edu. Please click the“Give” link; and Alzheimer’s Association at Alz.org, Nelson Madore memorial page.

THERESA M. POULIN

WATERVILLE – Theresa Marie Poulin Caron Cote, 95, passed away on Christmas Eve, Thursday, December 24, 2020, at Country Manor Nursing Home, where she resided for the past six years with dementia. She was born in Waterville on October 7, 1925, the daughter of Joseph Philias Poulin and Emelia Shank Poulin Brillard.

She lived in Waterville all her life. She was married to Herbert Caron for 37-and-a-half years until his death in 1982.Together they made fishing tackle and sold live bait from their home on Water St. She later met and married Fred (Babe) Cote.

Theresa worked at Lockwood Dutchess Cotton Mill, in Waterville, at the age of 16. Also worked at Woolworth store, C. F. Hathaway Shirt factory, both in Waterville, sewing pockets on men’s shirts. Her last employment was at the Central Maine Power coffee shop until they closed the coffee shop.

She enjoyed doing all kinds of crafts especially making dolls and dressing them, knitting, crocheting, rug braiding, quilting, oil painting and many other things. She especially loved sewing clothes for her six grandsons when they were small and also their kids. Even though she did not see them often, she enjoyed her stepchildren and grandkids.

She was predeceased by her parents, and husbands Herbert Caron and Fred Cote.

She leaves behind daughter, Linda and husband Robert, of Waterville; son, Alan and wife Nancy, of Windsor; grandchildren and numerous great-grandkids.

There will not be visitation. Burial will take place in the spring.

Arrangements are under the direction and care of Gallant Funeral Home, 10 Elm Street, Waterville.

An online guestbook may be signed. Condolences and memories shared at http://www.gallantfh.com.

LORI ANN ROY

VASSALBORO – Lori Ann Roy, 54, of Vassalboro, passed away on Tuesday, December 29, 2020, in the comfort of her home. Lori was born December 10, 1966, in Augusta.

She graduated from Cony High School, in Augusta, in 1984. She gave birth to her son Jeb Charette in 1989.

Lori was diagnosed with muscular dystrophy; Werdnig-Hoffmans, during her younger years and was appreciative for the care and treatment she received through the Children’s Hospital, in Boston, her lung specialist at Chest Medical Associates, in South Portland; Dr. Edmund Sears and Dr. Jennifer Diehl, at Elmwood Primary.

Lori enjoyed traveling with her best friend going to places like Eagle Lake, walks in the woods, the beach, mountains, and zoos. She loved animals and cared for many over the years. She enjoyed music, playing Scrabble, going out to eat and spending time with her friends (Jonathan and Kayleigh Farrell, Johnny Banner, Zack and Nick) along with her estranged family when they made time. She completed her bucket list with assistance of her best friend who never let her wheelchair hinder her from living.

Memorial donations can be made in her name to the Boston Children’s Hospital Trust, 401 Park Drive, Suite 602, Boston, MA 02215.

EVONNE G. BARTER

WATERVILLE – Evonne Giselle Barter, 51, died unexpectedly at MaineGeneral Medical Center Wednesday, December 30, 2020. She was born in Augusta, on June 10, 1969, the daughter of Carroll Charles Crocker and Elizabeth Mary (Struck) Crocker.

She graduated from Winthrop High School then attended University of Maine – Augusta, where she earned her associates and bachelor’s degree in social science with magna cum laude.

She loved gardening, crafting and spending time with her children and grandchildren. She loved cooking meals for the family get-togethers as well as the people in need within her community.

She is survived by her two daughters, Ashley L. (Costa) Boynton and her husband Dan and Amber L. Reed; five grandchildren, Tytus and Gavin Whittaker, Gwendolyn Wildman and Saryna and Willow Boynton.

She is predeceased by her parents Carroll and Elizabeth Crocker, and her sister, Billie Jo Fortier; her great-aunt Laurie Choate, Vicky Simonds, David and Ricky Struck.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date in the spring/summertime.

Arrangements are in the care of Staples Funeral Home and Cremation Care, 53 Brunswick Ave., Gardiner.

Condolences, memories, and photos may be shared with the family on the obituary page of the Staples Funeral Home website: http://www.familyfirstfuneralhomes.com.

PHILIP B. KING

OAKLAND – Philip Bennie King, 90, passed away Thursday, December 31, 2020, at his home in Oakland. He was born April 25, 1930, in Kingfield, the son of Joseph Ralph and Thelma (Sylvester) King.

He graduated from Stratton High School in 1947. On September 21, 1951, he married Millideen Ireland at the United Baptist Church, in Oakland. He was employed as a grader-operator, one of the best in the state of Maine and foreman at a number of businesses throughout his lifetime including Foster Manufacturing from 1947-1948, roadwork in New Jersey in 1949, A.P. Wyman from 1950 to 1964 and Warren Brothers/Tilcon from 1964 to 1995. He was a member of the United Baptist Church, in Oakland, and enjoyed square dancing, camping, woodworking, hunting, fishing and spending time with family and friends.

Philip is survived by his wife of 69 years, Millideen (Ireland) King, of Oakland; daughter, Kathy K. Boulette, of Waterville; son, Jeremy R. King and wife Susan, of Anderson, South Carolina; grandchildren, Janna B. Gilpatrick and husband Jared, of Dallas, North Carolina, Jaime R. Boulette, of Augusta, Ireland D. King and William King, both of Anderson, South Carolina, great-grandchildren Kaeya Cassiani and Jace Gilpatrick, both of Dallas, North Carolina; three step-grandchildren, Megan Desmars, of Raleigh, North Carolina, Scott Tripamer, of Los Angeles, California, and David Tripamer, of Portland, Oregon; along with many special nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by his parents; grandson, Nathan Boulette; two sisters, Margaret King and Ruth Cox; two brothers, Parkman Tyner and Donald Tyner; son-in-law, Richard Boulette; one brother-in-law; and two sisters-in-law.

A graveside service will be held at a later date at the convenience of the family.

Arrangements under the direction and care of Dan & Scott’s Cremation & Funeral Service, 445 Waterville Road, Skowhegan ,Maine, 04976.

In lieu of flowers, friends wishing may make donations in Philip’s memory to a charity of their choice.

LOIS P. EMERSON

WATERVILLE – Lois P. Emerson, 93, died on Thursday, December 31, 2020, in Waterville. Lois was born on May 23, 1927, in Prentiss, a daughter of the late Jesse and Dora (Chubbuck) Merrill Sr.

She waitressed for quite a few years at the former Shorette’s Diner, in Newport, and retired after 25 years of employment from the Edwards Company, in Pittsfield.

Lois liked being a homemaker and enjoyed gardening, canning and knitting mittens for those she loved. She was a polite, kind woman who enjoyed living and had a good sense of humor. She attended the Calvary Baptist Church, in Pittsfield, for many years, enjoyed being a part of the Pittsfield Garden Club and had volunteered countless hours at the town’s food pantry.

She is survived by her children, Sharon Mayers, of Rhode Island, Bruce Hughes, of Gorham, Sonia Hughes, of Damariscotta, Ginger Chandler and husband John, of Pittston, and Robin Hughes, of Waldoboro; nine grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; one great-great-granddaughter; siblings, Eunice Lindsay, of Lincoln, and Shirley Cottrell, of Oren, Utah; sister-in-law, Lucinda Merrill, of Oren, Utah; and many nieces and nephews.

She was predeceased by her husband, William Emerson; son and daughter-in-law, Paul and Kathleen Hughes Jr; and siblings, Haley Merrill, Clinton Merrill, Leta Downs, Elnora Merrill and Jesse Merrill Jr; and brother-in-law, Russell Cottrell.

A graveside service will be held in the spring of 2021 at the Thompson Cemetery, in Prentiss.

To leave a message of kindness or share a memory, please visit http://www.shoreynichols.com.

Care has been provided by Shorey-Nichols Funeral Home, Pittsfield.

VIVAN A. FRENCH

SOUTH CHINA -Vivan A. “Buddy” French, 84, of Tobey Road, died Friday, January 1, 2021, at MaineGeneral Rehabilitation and Long Term Care, at Glenridge Drive, in Augusta, following a brief illness. He was born in China, on August 9, 1936, the son of Roy F. French and Evelyn (York) French.

Prior to his retirement, he was employed by R.C. Moore Trucking, for himself, and many others

He was predeceased by his three sons: Randall, Lawrence Sr., and Keith Sr.; a grandson, Chad, and a brother Percy.

Surviving is his wife, Vernie (Haskell) French, of South China; a daughter, Amy Irish, of Vassalboro; two sons, Roy French and Steven French, both of South China; four brothers, Leslie French, of China, Ivan French and Ronald French, both of Windsor, and Robert French, of Fairfield; three sisters, Ruth Stuart, of China, and Vera McDaniel and Shirley Marston, both of Oakland; 15 grandchildren, 25 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

There are no public visiting hours planned. A graveside service will be held in the spring at Chadwick Hill Cemetery, South China.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Plummer Funeral Home, 983 Ridge Road, Winsor. Condolences, stories and photos may be shared at http://www.plummerfh.com.

RAYMOND E. LIBOLD

WATERVILLE – Raymond Eugene Libold, 85, passed unexpectedly at his residence on Friday, January 1, 2021. Ray was born in Altoona, Pennsylvania, on September 19, 1935, the son of Edward Libold and Ruth Updike.

He grew up and graduated from school in Tyrone, Pennsylvania.

He held many positions over the years, the ones he was most proud of were his military service for the United States Air Force where he retired as a MSGT on January 31, 1976, with 22 years of service, his employment with Cianbro Corporation, in Pittsfield, and also worked for a computer wiring company, in Massachusetts.

His favorite pastimes were traveling with Althea, attending multiple gospel concerts, bowling, golfing and playing cards/pool with all his friends at the Waterville Elks Lodge #905, in Waterville.

Ray is survived by his wife of 66 years, Althea Mary (Smith) Libold; sons Robert Libold, of Virginia, and Bryan Libold and wife Mary, daughter, Arlene (Libold) Jones and son, Steven Libold and fiancée Patty Paradis, all of Waterville; seven grandchildren; and many great-grandchildren; sister Sharon Turnbaugh, of Pennsylvania;

A private graveyard service and burial will be held in the spring.

Arrangements are under the direction and care of Gallant Funeral Home, 10 Elm St., Waterville.

An online guestbook may be signed, condolences and memories shared at http://www.gallantfh.com

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in the deceased name to Waterville Elks Lodge #905 Veteran Committee, 76 Industrial St., Waterville, ME 04901.

DANIEL E. FARRINGTON

SIDNEY – Daniel E. Farrington, 56, of Sidney, died Sunday, January3, 2021, at MaineGeneral Medical Center, in Augusta. He was born in Augusta, December 19, 1964, the son of Donald E. Sr. and Carolyn (Morgan) Farrington.

He grew up in Litchfield, graduating from Oak Hill High School where he played on the football team. After high school, Dan served in the U.S.Air Force as a military policeman. Most of his career, Dan worked in asbestos abatement.

Daniel enjoyed horses, watching football, taking his daughters fishing and attending country fairs.

Dan was predeceased by his father; maternal and paternal grandparents and his uncles, Ike Farrington and Roland L. Gay II

He is survived by his mother, Carolyn Gile and her husband, Hermon, of Sidney; daughters, Chelsea and Cheyenne Farrington; his brother, Donald E. Farrington Jr., of East Machias; his granddaughter, Aubree Jayne and his nephew, Tyler Donald Farrington.

Funeral services will be held privately.

Arrangements are in the care of Knowlton and Hewins Funeral Home, One Church Street, Augusta.

Memories and condolences may be shared with the family on the obituary page of the funeral home website at http://www.familyfirstfuneralhomes.com.

THERESA D. BEAULIEU

AUBURN – Theresa Diane Beaulieu, 92, of Auburn, passed away on Wednesday evening January 6, 2021, from age related difficulties, while holding the hand of her son Donald. Sadly, she also died of a broken heart from not being able to be with her family and friends during the last months of her life due to the pandemic.

Theresa loved her family, both immediate and extended, as well as friends and people in general. She loved talking and socializing with everyone she met, especially if they were talkers.

Her life was filled with joys as well as challenges and she met all of them with both common sense and courage.

One of her mottos was, “When you get up in the morning it is your choice whether or not it is going to be a good day.”

A true lover of learning and education, she was an avid reader and writer. She filled stacks of journals with her daily activities, thoughts and opinions.

Forced by her family’s needs to leave school after the eighth grade (she said she cried for a week when she was told she would have to do this) she went on to proudly earn her GED at the age of 49. She then entered the work force for the first time, working at Sears, in Lewiston, for the next 25 years.

Theresa loved nothing more than sitting in her rocking chair in the living room of her small house and holding court with whoever happen to be there, whether it was one person or a roomful.

Unfortunately, for a woman as social and people-loving as Theresa, her last months and weeks in complete lockdown at her nursing home took its toll. Not being able to see her family was probably the hardest way for her to spend her last days here on earth.
Hers was a life well lived…a life where no joy went unappreciated, no challenge went unmet and overcome.

This is a woman who left an indelible impression on everyone she met. And one who will be missed by all who knew and loved her.

She was predeceased by Reginald “Pete”, her husband of over 60 years; a grandson Benjamin; her sisters Loretta Meservier Arsenault, Lucienne Meservier Giasson, Rita Meservier Bazinet and brother Armand, and her “favorite” son in law Gilbert Smith.

She is survived by her children: Daniel and wife Deborah, of Waterville, Donald and partner Edward Libby, of Litchfield, Denise Beaulieu Smith, of Poland, and David and Janet Beaulieu, of Auburn; grandchildren, Nicole Rioux, of Sabattus, Adrianne Rioux Tapley and spouse Ken, of Lewiston, Rebekah Beaulieu and spouse Patrick Ford, of Old Saybrook, Connecticut, Cindi Beaulieu, of Westbrook, Damon Beaulieu and spouse Kouko, of Providence, Rhode Island, Bethany Beaulieu, of Minot, Heather Beaulieu, of Auburn; great-grandchildren, Taelor Jordan, of Boston, Massachusetts, Justin Harding, of Poland, and Evan Libby, of Lewiston; siblings, sister Claudette Meservier Caron, of Lewiston, brother Lionel and spouse Janine, of Auburn, and sister Jeanine Meservier St. Pierre and spouse Claude “Pete”, of Lewiston, and sister in law Diane Meservier; and numerous nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews.

A formal funeral, memorial service and reception to celebrate Theresa’s life will be held later in the year when things are safer.

Online condolences may be left for Theresa’s family at www.thefortingroupauburn.com.

Services have been entrusted to The Fortin Group/Plummer & Merrill Funeral Home, Cremation and monument services, 217 Turner St., Auburn, ME, telephone 207-783-8545.

NELSON L. BROWN

JEFFERSON – Nelson Leonard Brown, 75, of Jefferson, passed unexpectedly on Friday, November 27, 2020. He was born in Jefferson on May 13, 1945, to Weston and Bertella (Whittier) Brown, the youngest of five children.

Nelson was educated in local schools and was drafted into the U.S. Army in the summer of 1966. While home from boot camp he married Louise Vannah, of Waldoboro, on September 12, 1966.

On December 23, 1967, Sgt. Nelson Brown was awarded the Silver Star for gallantry in action against hostile forces on August 3 and 4, 1967, in the Republic of Vietnam.

He held various jobs including driving truck for R. C. Moore and George Hall and Son.

Nelson was predeceased by his parents; brothers, Wendall, Myron and Laurice.

He is survived by his wife, Louise; sister Hilda Benner; nephews Matthew (Catherine) Moore, Michael (Beth) Moore; sister-in-law Bonnie (Burton) Orff; brother-in-law Ernest (Colleen) Vannah; and many nieces and nephews.

Per Nelson’s wishes, there will be no services.

Friends and family are invited to share their memories of Nelson by visiting his book of memories at http://www.hallfuneralhomes .com.

Arrangements are entrusted to Hall Funeral Home 949 Main Street Waldoboro, ME 04572.

Contributions may be made in Nelson’s memory to Jefferson Fire and Rescue, PO Box 5, Jefferson, ME 04348.

BRUCE W. HAMILTON

WATERVILLE – Bruce Wayne Hamilton, 72, of Waterville, passed away on Thursday, December 3, 2020. He was born on February 1, 1948, to Charlotte and Harold Hamilton in Hartland.

After graduation he began his career at Scott Paper Co., in Winslow, where he worked as a machine tender for 30 years.

Bruce loved his children and grandchildren first and foremost. He was loving and generous father and grandfather and will be

Bruce is survived by his son, James Hamilton; daughter-in-law, Jill Hamilton; granddaughters, Kayla Smith and husband Eric Smith, and Julia Hamilton and fiancé Brody Thompson; daughter, Carrie LaCroix; son-in-law Douglas LaCroix; grandson Charles LaCroix and wife Mariah LaCroix; granddaughters Evelyn and Lucia LaCroix; sister, Theresa Bradbury and brother, Gary Hamilton.
greatly missed by all who knew him.

At this time there will be no funeral service. Family will have a celebration of life gathering privately.

Arrangements are under the direction and care of Gallant Funeral Home, 10 Elm Street, Waterville. An online guestbook may be signed condolences and memories shared at http://www.gallantfh.com

VICTORIA BRIGGS

WATERVILLE – Victoria “Vickie” Briggs, 83, died Tuesday, December 8, 2020, at Mount Saint Joseph, in Waterville. She was born February 5, 1937, in Burlington, Vermont, the daughter of Chester and Florence (Bruleigh) Blow.

In 1955, Vickie graduated from Milton High School, in Milton, Vermont, and married George M. Briggs. She provided home day care for children for most of her life and graduated from Appalachian Bible College in 1978.

Vickie enjoyed traveling, especially bus tours, and getting together with the girls and playing cards on Saturdays.

She was predeceased by her two daughters, Bonnie Lee Briggs in 1962 and Julie Victoria Briggs in 1964, her husband, George, in 1988, her parents.

Vickie is survived by her brother, Leon Blow and his wife, Carol, of Georgia; her sister-in-law, Amy Morway, of Vermont; and several nieces and nephews.

A funeral service was held on Thursday, December 17, 2020, at the Kennebec Valley Baptist Church, Waterville.

Burial will be in Grande Isle Cemetery, Grande Isle, Vermont, with her husband and daughters.

An online guestbook may be signed, and memories shared at http://www.familyfirstfuneralhomes.com

Memorial donations may be made to the Clinton Baptist Church, 10 Spring St., Clinton, ME 04927 or Kennebec Valley Baptist Church, P.O. Box 704, Waterville, ME 04901-0704.

JOSEPH G. E. RODRIGUE

WATERVILLE – Joseph G. E. Rodrigue, 77, passed away Wednesday, December 9, 2020, at Oak Grove Center, in Waterville. He was born November 3, 1943, in Waterville, the son of Albert and Juliette (Vellieux) Rodrigue.

He graduated from Waterville High School in 1978. He was employed as a custodian at the Waterville Elks Lodge and was a member of the Forrest J. Pare VFW Post #1285, in Waterville. He enjoyed going to garage sales and junk stores. He was a veteran who proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps during the Vietnam War until his honorable discharge.

Joseph is survived by his daughter, Nancy Clowes, of Waterville; three brothers, Albert Rodrigue Jr. and wife Jeanne, John Rodrigue and wife Bernadette, James Rodrigue and wife Barbara; sister, Theresa Rodrigue; and nephew, Scott McAdoo.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date at the convenience of the family.

Arrangements under the direction and care of Dan and Scott’s Cremation and Funeral Service, 445 Waterville Road, Skowhegan, Maine, 04976.

DARWOOD G. COREY

WATERVILLE – Darwood G. Corey, 86, passed away Thursday, December 10, 2020, at Woodlands Center, in Waterville. He was born May 1, 1934, in Waterville, the son of James and Sadie (George) Corey.

He attended Waterville High School, Lincoln Welding School and was a trained Firefighter/Emergency Medical Technician. On June 24, 1960, he married Mary Ellen Hamlin, who predeceased him in 2018.

He was a veteran who proudly served his country in the U.S. Army as a paratrooper and medic, with special training in jungle warfare, in Panama, until his honorable discharge in 1956. He continued to serve in the Army Reserves until 1962. After his military service he became a welder and in 1962 became a call firefighter with Waterville Fire and Rescue and in 1971 became a career firefighter/EMT until his retirement in 1994.

Darwood was a member of the American Legion and an avid year-round hunter and fisherman. He greatly enjoyed fly-tying and puttering in his garage. Friends and family came to him for his vast knowledge on many subjects and his great company.

He will be especially missed by his cousin and hunting/fishing partner, Payson George and his family.

He is survived by daughters, Lore (Corey) Wing and Darus Vear and husband Bob; sons, Jed Corey and Drew Corey and wife Rachel; brother, Antone Corey and wife Bernadette; grandchildren, Shana (Corey) Page and husband Les, Sara Wing, Brittany Corey, Jessica Tomaszewski and husband Igor, Nikkia-Ria Vear, Bekah Johnson, Maggie Morgan and husband Ryan; great-grandchildren, Joey Page, Helena Page, Makenzie Burton-Wing, Amelia Burton-Wing, Henry Tomaszewski, Willow Morgan, Osiris Morgan, and children of Nikkia-Ria; sister-in-law, Barbara Finnemore and children.

A memorial service will be held at a later date, at the convenience of the family.

Arrangements under the direction and care of Dan and Scott’s Cremation and Funeral Service, 445 Waterville Rd., Skowhegan, ME 04976.

In lieu of flowers, friends wishing to may make donations in Darwood’s memory to the Travis Mills Foundation, 747 Western Ave., Manchester, ME 04351, email: foundation@travismillsfoundation.org.

VIVIANE G. FOTTER

BENTON – Viviane G. Fotter, passed away on Thursday, December 10, 2020. 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 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. They 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 Viviane 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 grandson Joseph Fotter who was with her the entire ride.

Viviane was predeceased 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, Indiana; 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; 14 grandchildren; 16 great- grandchildren; and two great-great- grandchildren. A graveside service will be held in the spring with Rev. Bill Meyers officiating.

Arrangements are under the care and direction of Funeral Alternatives.

Condolences may be expressed at http://www.funeralalternatives.net.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to ShineOnCass Foundation, 64 Heritage Rd., Oakland ME 04963.

ARLEEN M. SMITH

FAIRFIELD – Mrs. Arleen M. (Reynolds) Smith, 87, passed away on Thursday, December 10, 2020, at Mt. St. Joseph, in Waterville, following a lengthy illness. She was the wife of Henry Howard “Howie” Smith with whom she shared 64 years of marriage. Arleen was born August 11, 1933, in Clinton, the daughter of the late Elmer and Mary (Stewart) Reynolds.

She grew up in Clinton and moved to Fairfield. She attended Clinton schools and Lawrence High School, in Fairfield.

For many years Arleen ran a daycare in Fairfield, she loved taking care of the children from all around Fairfield. She did this for many years until her retirement.

She adored her grandchildren and treasured the time she spent with her family and friends. She was very active at the Interfaith Food Pantry and was one of the founding members.

A lifelong member at Fairfield Center United Methodist Church, where she was also a member of the Methodist Women’s Club and the choir. She was also a member of the Rebecca’s and the Eastern Star. She and her husband Howie loved dancing at the former Fox’s Den and the White Owl Pavilion dance halls, in Fairfield. Arleen also enjoyed going for walks with her friends, toll painting and doing ceramics.

Arleen is survived by her children, Dale H. Smith, of Fairfield Center, Dean H. Smith, of Fairfield, and Darcy J. Smith, of Fairfield; her brothers, Alden Reynolds and his wife Andrea, of Fairfield, and Randy Reynolds and his wife Sally, of Old Orchard Beach; 10 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents, Arleen was predeceased by her sisters Gale, Sharon and Joyce Elkins and her brothers Gary, Roger, Dwayne, Tank and Merlin “Buba”.

Her funeral service were held privately in the Lawry Brothers Funeral Home, in Fairfield.

Interment will be in Tozier Cemetery in the Spring of 2021.

Arrangements are in the care of the Lawry Brothers Funeral Home, 107 Main Street, Fairfield, where condolences may be shared with the family on the obituary page of the funeral home website at http://www.familyfirstfuneralhomes.com.

RONALD G. SABATTUS

WATERVILLE – Rodney G. Sabattus died Saturday, December 12, 2020, at his home in Waterville. Born in 1951 in Calais, he was the son of Merrill Sabattus and Eileen (Sydleman/Sabattus) Frost.

Rod attended Immaculate Conception Catholic grade school, was a 1969 graduate of Calais Memorial High School and graduated from the University of Maine at Orono in 1974 with a B.A. in economics. Rod had a 35-plus year career with the Internal Revenue Service beginning as an RO and subsequently holding various positions within management until his retirement in 2009.

RG and Robin (Adams) met in the fall of 1982 while he was on assignment to the Augusta Office. Married in November 1984, they shared a deep commitment and love for one another.

In his youth, Rod served as an altar boy at the Immaculate Conception Roman Catholic Church, in Calais. A person of faith in Our Lord God, Rod worshipped in the communities of Corpus Christi Parish, in Waterville, and China Baptist Church.

Rod was a courteous and kind person with a quiet, dignified presence. He enjoyed listening to jazz and reading mysteries, including the Rumpole stories by John Mortimer. A reader of both local and national news, Rod kept abreast of current and international affairs. His travels always included reading the local newspaper and searching for national newspapers which were not as available in central Maine. He was a sports fan of UMO hockey and the New England Patriots and he himself was a “legendary” golfer.

He loved animals and, over the past few years, enjoyed the simple pleasures of watching and feeding the birds. He appreciated the many community members he would meet while volunteering for the collaborative walking program offered between MaineGeneral and Colby College.

Rod is survived by his wife of 36 years, Robin; his aunt, Betty Moreside; sister-in-law, Nancy; brothers-in-law, Lawrence and wife Vikie, and Scott and wife Priscilla; several cousins; and several nieces and nephews.

Services will be at a later date with burial at China Extension Cemetery.

Memories may be shared and an online register book may be signed by visiting http://www.familyfirstfuneralhomes.com.

Arrangements are in the care of Lawry Brothers Funeral Home and Cremation Care, 107 Main St., Fairfield.

Memorial donations may be made in Rod’s memory to the charity inspired by his aunt , Berlin, New Hampshire 03570.

KITTY I. GILLUM

VASSALBORO – Kitty Irene Gillum, 96, of Waterville and Vassalboro, died at home, in Vassalboro, on Saturday, December 12, 2020. Irene was born on December 19, 1923, at Trara, in Fredrikstad, Norway, the first of three children and only daughter of Finn and Judith Nilsen.

She was predeceased by her two brothers, Arnulf and Arvid, and by her husband, Kemp Frederick Gillum.

Irene came to the United States in 1925, returned to Norway in 1928, then in 1934 came back to live permanently in the U.S.

The BSN program in nursing at Northwestern University prepared Irene for a career in nursing at Kenosha Hospital, in Kenosha, Wisconsin, and then at Thayer Hospital, later MaineGeneral Medical Center, in Waterville, for 25 years. After retirement, Irene took part in the early development of the Hospice Volunteers of Waterville Area, serving as an organizer, volunteer, and teacher of volunteers for close to 20 years.

Irene is survived by two daughters, Karen Judith Gillum and Mae Elizabeth Simmons, and by son-in-law, Dennis Simmons, sister-in-law, Arlene Edquist Nilsen; five nieces and five nephews and their families.

A family ceremony was held on December 12, at home in Vassalboro. A memorial will be scheduled at some time next year.

Arrangements are under the direction and care of Gallant Funeral Home, 10 Elm Street, Waterville.

An online guestbook may be signed, condolences and memories shared at http://www.gallantfh.com

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice Volunteers of Waterville Area, 304 Main Stree, Waterville, ME 04901, http://www.hvwa.org, or to Mid-Maine Homeless Shelter, 19 Colby Street, Waterville, ME 04901, http://www.shelterme. org.

PETER W. GOLDEN

OAKLAND – Peter W. Golden, 70, of Oakland, passed away Saturday, December 12, 2020, at Northern Light Inland Hospital, in Waterville, following a brief illness. He was born, in Gardiner, on May 13, 1950, to the late Robert J. Golden and M. Pauline Dodge Golden.

Peter was a 1968 graduate of Gardiner Area High School and Dartmouth College class of 1972. He went on to do graduate work for two years at the University of North Carolina. Peter worked for the Social Security Administration for 30 years, beginning his career in Rockland and ending in Baltimore, Maryland, as a computer program analyst.

At an early age Peter became interested in genealogy and it developed into a lifelong passion. He also enjoyed golfing and singing with Sacred Harp groups throughout the country. Peter had an amazing memory for dates and details and was always happy to share genealogy information with family.

Peter was a member of the Palermo Historical Society (where he served as treasurer for several years), Kennebec Historical Society and Taconnett Falls Genealogy Society.

During Peter’s times singing with Sacred Harp groups, he gained acquaintances and friends who shared his passion for music. These friends graciously recorded and dedicated songs for Peter to enjoy during his illness.

Time shared with children and grandchildren brought Peter much joy. Many happy memories resulted from watching Tobey play and coach lacrosse; coaching Andrew’s little league team; exploring Civil War battlefields with Drew; cheering on Ashley at ice hockey games; or playing the part of the handsome prince to Jillian’s princess in the family plays she wrote.

In addition to his parents, Peter was predeceased by his brother Bob Nason.

He is survived by his wife of 40 years, Noreen Tobey Golden, of Oakland; sons Tobey Farrington (Karen), of Scarborough, Andrew Golden (Deb), of Waterville; grandchildren Andrew Farrington, Ashley Farrington and Jillian Golden; three sisters Carolyn Goggin, of West Gardiner, Janine Brown (Ted), of Paradise Valley, Arizona, and Trish Lorenz (Al), of Brewer; as well as several cousins, nieces and nephews.

A celebration of life will be held when it is safe to gather again.

Arrangements are in the care of Lawry Brothers Funeral Home and Cremation Care, 107 Main St., Fairfield, Maine.

Condolences, memories, and photos may be shared with the family on the obituary page of the Lawry Brothers Funeral Home website: http://www.familyfirstfuneralhomes.com.

Those who wish to honor Peter’s memory could do any of the following: have a lobster cookout with family, play a round of golf with friends or become actively involved in your local historical society

RONALD GILLIS

WATERVILLE- Ronald “Randy” Gillis, 59, passed away on Tuesday, December 15, 2020, after losing his battle with COVID-19. He was born on August 9, 1961, in Sidney, Cape Breton, Nova Scotia, to Ronald and Florence Gillis, spending his childhood in New Waterford, Cape Breton, Nova Scotia.

Randy moved to the United States in 1984 with his then-wife, Melody, in support of her nursing career. Randy worked at Huhtamaki, in Waterville, for 33 years.

A proud Cape Bretoner at heart, Randy looked forward to going home every summer. One of his happiest moments was when he became a grandfather.

Randy is survived by his daughters, Kayleigh Love (James) and Sarah Gillis; his grandchildren, Jensen Love and Margot Love; his fiancée, Renee Michaud; his ex-wife, Melody Gillis, and mother, Florence Gillis; his brothers, Joseph (Marina) Gillis, Glen Gillis, Paul (Diane) De Ruyte, and Mark (Bin) De Ruyte; and sisters, Karen (Paul) Lowe, Nancy De Ruyte, Heather (David) Hare, and Theresa (Rick) McPhee.

He was predeceased by his father, Ronald Gillis and birth mother, Anne-marie De Ruyte.

Arrangements are under the care and direction of Veilleux and Redington Funeral Home. Condolences and memories can be shared by visiting Ronald’s guestbook at http://www.veilleuxfuneralhome.com.

DELORIS A. McCASLIN

CHINA – Deloris A. McCaslin, 79, of China, passed away on Wednesday, December 16, 2020. She was born in Augusta, the daughter of Lucille (Fisher) Seeley and Perley Seeley.

She grew up in the Augusta and Windsor area, and graduated from Erskine Academy, in South China, in 1958.

On November 29, 1958, she married Melvin E. McCaslin, at the China Baptist Church, in China.

She was employed for many years as a stitcher in the button hole department at Hathaway Shirt Company, in Waterville. Deloris also worked as an assistant cook in the China schools, and owned and operated The Landing Restaurant, at the head of China Lake. For several years she worked at Caswell’s Liquidation Center, in Waterville, as a cashier, where she met a very dear friend Judy Reid and her husband George, of Clinton.

Over the years Deloris loved to cook, knit, snowmobile, and going fishing and camping.

Deloris was predeceased by her parents, her husband Melvin, a very special companion Dickie Merrill, sisters Janice Mays, Gloria Norton and Marie Latulippe; brothers Raymond Seeley, David Seeley and Larry Goderre.

She is survived by her children Malcolm Small, Michael Small, Marilyn Small, John (Wendy) McCaslin, Dale Seeley, Linda Seeley and Debra McLaughlin; and grandchildren.

Services will be held at a future date.

GERENE R. LACHANCE

WATERVILLE – Gerene R. Lachance, 79, formerly a resident of Augusta, died Monday, December 21, 2020, following a long illness. She was born in Augusta on February 5, 1941, a daughter of the late Elmeune Letourneau and Diana (Roy) Letourneau Carroll.

Mrs. Lachance attended Augusta schools and was a communicant of St. Michael Parish. She had been employed for many years at the Augusta Mental Health Institute as a food service worker. She was an avid Beano player who loved playing on Wednesday’s at Le Club Calumet, in Augusta.

Mrs. Lachance was predeceased by her husband, Robert J. Letourneau; a daughter, Susan Lachance; and her brother, Roger Letourneau.

She is survived by her daughter, Linda Randall, of Augusta; her grandchildren, Amy St. Peter, of Waterville, Ashley McGuire, of Augusta, Laura Atter, of Monmouth and Zachary Randall, of Augusta; as well as several nieces, nephews and cousins.

There will be no public visiting hours. A graveside service will be held in the spring in Holy Family Cemetery, Townsend Rd., Augusta.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Plummer Funeral Home, 16 Pleasant St., Augusta, ME.

Condolences, stories and photos may be shared at http://www.plummerfh.com.

DONALD R. PEACE

OAKLAND – Donald Richard Peace, 80, of Oakland, passed away on Wednesday, November 18, 2020, at his home. Donald was born in Waterville on October 30, 1940, son of Gordon Peace and Margaret (Carey) Peace.

Donald graduated from Waterville High School, class of 1961. Don worked in the poultry business and retired from Fred’s Coffee, in Waterville. After retirement he worked at Waterville Bowling Alley and Ray Haskell Ford, in Waterville.

Don liked to pull pranks, like duct taping Christmas presents, watching western movies (he was a huge John Wayne fan), enjoying time at East Pond and Old Orchard Beach, puttering in the garage and making sure his lawn was in perfect condition. His pride and joy was his garden that he spent many hours enjoying, and his pets. He had three dogs, Billy, Mickey, Julia and two cats, Peanut and Baby.

Don was predeceased by his parents, Gordon and Margaret and his brother, Robert and sister, Barbara.

Don is survived by his wife Judy Peace; son, Greg (Jonni) Peace; daughter, Lisa (Rocky) Gravel; stepson, Tim Grenier; stepdaughter, Ginger and her spouse Kevin Bacheller; his grandchildren, Kyle, Matthew, Sonny and his spouse Yulia, Georgia, Jessica, Nicholas; his great-grandchildren, Andrew and Lana; and his siblings, Raymond, Jean, Judy, Charlene, Larry and Bruce.

Arrangements are under the direction and care of Gallant Funeral Home, 10 Elm Street, Waterville.

An online guestbook may be signed, condolences and memories shared at http://www.gallantfh.com.

In lieu of flowers donations can be made in Don’s honor to the Human Society Waterville Area, 100 Webb Rd.,, Waterville, MEW 04901, or to any other animal shelter of your choice.

ANDREA G. MASON

ALBION – Andrea Gail Mason passed away on Tuesday, November 24, 2020. She was born on May 28, 1939, to parents Mary and Kenneth Henderson.

Andrea obtained a bachelor’s degree from Pembroke College, in Brown University, and a master’s degree from Rhode Island school of Design in Art Education, in Providence, Rhode Island.

She became an art teacher at Lawrence Junior High School, in Fairfield, where she inspired students to express themselves through drawing, painting, and sculpting. For most of her life she was an avid knitter, sewer and quilter. She was known by her family and friends as a loving and compassionate person, who also made time for others.

Andrea is survived by her husband, Gerald Mason; her brother, John Henderson; her daughter, Jessica Fowles Mussatti; her son, Seth Fowles; her granddaughter, Samantha Heath and grandson, Alec Fowles.

Arrangements are under the care and direction of Veilleux and Redington Funeral Home.

Condolences and memories can be shared by visiting Andrea’s guestbook at http://www.veilleuxfuneralhome.com

LeROY ROBERTS

SIDNEY – LeRoy Roberts, 69, of Sidney, passed away suddenly from Covid-19 on Thursday, November 26, 2020. He was born on June 4, 1951, in Ashland, Wisconsin, to Roy and Leila Roberts.

Lee graduated high school in Washburn, Wisconsin in 1969, and went on to earn his bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering from the University of Wisconsin, in Platteville, Wisconsin.

Lee earned accolades in his chosen career as a paper mill manager and eventually retired from F.W. Webb Co., as operations manager, in Augusta, Maine. He valued hard work and enjoyed working with the public.

In 1973, Lee married the former Angela Haines, in Dubuque, Iowa. They went on to move several times in their 48-year marriage as he advanced in his career.

Lee was an avid outdoorsman. He loved fishing on the Sioux River, in Washburn, Wisconsin. He also enjoyed golfing, bowling, hiking, traveling and taking walks. Lee had a green thumb and was known to spoil Angie with beautiful roses from his garden. He also enjoyed Sudoku puzzles and spent many hours reading on his deck.

LeRoy will be missed by his wife Angie Roberts, of Sidney; two daughters, Naomi Roberts, of Minot, North Dakota, and Alicia (Tony) D’Anna, of Portland, Oregon; two grandsons, Alex and Markus D’Anna; two sisters, Janet (Harvey) Kangas, of Blaine, Minnesota, and Joan (Dave) Condon, of Minocqua, Wisconsin; and nieces and nephews.

LeRoy was preceded in death by his parents.

A graveside service and interment will be held in the summer of 2021 in the Calvary Cemetery in Washburn, Wiconsin.

The Bratley Funeral Home, in Washburn, is handling the arrangements.

To view this obituary online, sign the guestbook or express online condolences, visit us at http://www.bratleyfamilyfuneralhomes.com

SFC (RET.) SCOTT N. VAFIADES

FAYETTEVILLE, North Carolina – SFC (Ret.) Scott Nicholas Vafiades, 66, Fayetteville, North Caroline, formerly of Sidney, passed away Saturday November 28, 2020, at the SECU Jim and Betsy Bryan Hospice House, in Pittsboro, North Carolina.

Scott was born October 18, 1954, in Schenectady, New York, to the late Delores Keeler Vafiades and Nicholas Vassor Vafiades.

Scott spent his childhood in Pembroke, Massachusetts. He would go on to serve his country as a military policeman in the U.S. Army retiring from service in 1995. Following his military service, Scott pursued a career as an auditor with the state of Maine until his retirement in 2016.

Scott never met a stranger and was passionate about motorcycles. Most of all, he enjoyed caring for and spending time with his beloved family.

Scott is survived by his wife of 18 years, Domenica Navoni Vafiades; his daughter Kelsey D. Reid; his son Nicholas A. Vafiades and wife Hashi; his grandchildren Zoe Vafiades and Evie Vafiades; his sister Diane Duffy, his brother Greg Vafiades and wife Sue; and several nieces, nephews; great-nieces, and great-nephews.

A funeral service was held on Friday Dec. 4, 2020, at Jernigan-Warren Funeral Home.

Online condolences may be made at http://www.jerniganwarren.com

Services are entrusted to Jernigan-Warren Funeral Home, 545 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Carolina 28301.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project, 7020 A. C. Skinner Parkway, Suite 100, Jacksonville, Florida 32256.

J. TED. L. BONSANT

WINDSOR – J. Ted Lawrence Bonsant, 77, of Weeks Mills Road, passed away on Sunday, November 29, 2020, at MaineGeneral Hospital, in Augusta, as a result of Covid-19 infection. He was born in Augusta on July 1, 1943.

He was raised by his aunt Yvette and Harold Manwaring. Ted attended St. Augustine School and Cony High School, both in Augusta.

He served honorably in the U.S. Army from 1962 to 1965.

Prior to his retirement, he was employed for 34 years by Cives Steel. He previously worked at Edwards Manufacturing Co., in Pittsfield, Hallowell Shoe Co, Lipman Poultry, and dug blood worms.

After his retirement, he was director of parking for Windsor Fair Association. He worked with his wife Brenda as cook and helped with Lady Bug Daycare.

He always put family first, supporting his children and grandchildren in all sports and activities. The kids loved him and would all call him “Beepa”. He loved to tell jokes and always laughed at his own. He was a selfless man and always was looking to make another person’s day brighter. Ted was a great staple in the community where he was enjoyed by everyone.

Ted was a member of North Windsor Baptist Church where he had been a deacon for many years and currently he was a trustee of the church. He helped out at the Windsor Food Bank by picking food and making deliveries. Ted was manager of the Windsor Farm League, and Little League for 15 years. He loved spending his time golfing with his friends Dick Hutchinson, Hank Peaslee, Joe Greenwood and Brian Casey, hunting with the boys, bowling, and trivia.

He was predeceased by a brother, Earl Gaslin,

Surviving is his wife of 58 years, Brenda L. (Mason) Bonsant, of Windsor; three sons, Thomas Bonsant, of Bonners Ferry, Idaho, and his wife Cindy Bonsant, Tracy Bonsant, of Windsor and his wife Wendy Bonsant, and Timothy Bonsant, of Augusta, and his wife Dorothy Bonsant; one daughter, Tina Bonsant, of Windsor, and her husband Jake Buck; 10 grandchildren, Joshua Bonsant, Courtney Bonsant, Emily Bonsant, Alex Silva, Ally Bonsant, Noah Bonsant, Catherine Silva, Matthew Bonsant, Jacob Fifield and Julia Buck; three brothers, Harold Gaslin, of Bucksport, and his wife Lynette, and Peter Morin, of Florida, and wife Lisa Morin, and Rocky Gaslin, of Augusta; four sisters, June Dunn, of Manchester, Millie Tondreau, of Lancaster, California, Rita Daigle, of Hampton, New Hampshire, Lisa Willis, of Vassalboro, Janice Lewis, of Florida, and Leeanne Plourde, of Vermont.

There are no public visiting hours planned. A memorial service will be held in the summer of 2021.

Burial with military honors will be in Maine Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Augusta.

Arrangements are under the care of Plummer Funeral Home, 983 Ridge Road, Rte. 32, Windsor, ME.

Condolences, photos and stories may be shared at http://www.plummerfh.com.

Memorial donations are requested to Whitefield Lions Club, P.O. Box 52, Coopers Mills, ME 04341, or Windsor Food Bank, P.O. Box 147, Windsor, ME 04363.

RONALD P. DOUCETTE

WATERVILLE – Ronald Paul Doucette, 83, passed away at his home on Sunday, November 29, 2020. Ronald was born in Waterville on September 16, 1937, to Patrick and Mina (Pro­vost) Dou­cette.

He married Priscilla Brown in 1972 and they lived 48 years together. Ronald loved his time working at Parks Diner and MaineGeneral Medical Center, both in Waterville, for nine and 40 years, respectively, among other jobs. He met many people and always greeted them with a smile. Ronald enjoyed eating out, especially at The Villager Family Restaurant, in Waterville, where he would get caught up with friends and news. He also loved going to Eric’s Restaurant, in Waterville, for breakfast with his 8:45 group. Ronald had many wonderful birthdays with this group.

Ronald enjoyed having a grandson to raise and was always especially proud of his grandson’s accomplishments. He had many great memories with his wife Priscilla including vacations to Florida, Las Vegas and on cruise ships.

Ronald was a simple, hard-working, and kind man who will be truly missed by his family and friends, and especially the family cat, Nina.

In addition to his parents, Ronald was predeceased by his son Ronald P. Doucette Jr.; sisters Cecile Dennis, Lucille Barnes, Madeline Doucette, Alice DuPerry, Linda Little, and Margaret (Peggy) Doucette, and brothers Ernest Doucette, Rene Doucette, Reginald Loisel, Freeman (Popeye) Doucette and Roger (Foxy) Doucette.

Ronald is survived by his wife Priscilla Doucette; grandson Jonathan Doucette; son Daniel Doucette; brother in-law Gary Little; and many nephews and nieces.

Due to COVID-19 and the time of year, services will be held in the spring or summer of 2021.

Memories and condolences may be shared with the family at directcremationofmaine.com.

CARMELITA T. MARTIN

OAKLAND – Carmelita T. Martin, 95, passed away on Monday, on November 30, 2020 at Bedside Manor, in Oakland. She was born in Corinth, Iowa, on November 6, 1925, the daughter of John T. Lickteig and Mary E. (Ohmas) Lickteig, of Wesley, Iowa.

She was educated in Wesley, Iowa, schools and graduated from St. Joseph’s Mercy College of Nursing, in 1946, as an R.N.

She was employed for four years at the former Edwards Mill as a nurse in the First Aid Room, eight years as a staff nurse at the Veterans Affairs Medical Center at Togus, and several years as a staff nurse, then known as Augusta General Hospital. For 20 years she worked as a private duty nurse until her retirement at age 62.

She met the love of her life, Richard G. Martin, through her brother, Don, when he served in World War II with Richard. They became pen pals, then later met and were married for 63 years.

She was involved with the Daughters of Isabella and awarded Mother of the Year.

She was a member of St. Augustine’s Parish, in Augusta, and Corpus Christi Parish, in Waterville, a member of the Ladies of St. Anne, the ANA, The Blue Army and Marion Movement of Priests. She also became involved with the Rosary Makers and through the years her Rosary Beads were sent all over the world to different missions. In her prime, she would make three a day. They were beautiful.

She enjoyed her travel with good friends, Al and Gretchen Soriente, to Germany to visit her ancestry.

Her other hobbies included gardening and flower arrangements, raising house plants, sewing, crafts, crocheting and loved to have yard sales and also go to them.

She was predeceased by her parents; her husband, Richard G. Martin; five brothers, Urban, Don Jack, Dennis and Gerry and two sisters, Ann Buettner and Edna Waldschmidt.

Survivors are her three sons, Michael and wife Mary Lou, of Winslow, Peter and wife Lynda, of Sidney, and Paul and wife Julie, of Arlington, Washington; one sister, Shirley Hanley, of Iowa, and a sister-in-law Luella Lickteig, of Iowa; six grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews and cousins; and Lorraine Martin.

Adhering to CDC guidelines of 50 or fewer people, social distancing and wearing of masks, a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Thursday, Dec. 10, at 11 a.m., at St. Augustine Catholic Church, Northern Ave., Augusta.

Burial and committal prayers will follow in the new Maine Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Mt. Vernon Rd., Augusta.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Plummer Funeral Home, 16 Pleasant St., Augusta, ME.

Condolences, stories and photos may be shared at http://www.plummerfh.com.

In lieu of flowers a gift may be made to Rosary Makers, c/o Leonel Larochelle, 82 Wade Rd., Augusta, ME 04330.

BYRON R. NORTON

WINDSOR – Byron Ralph Norton, 68, of Windsor, passed away peacefully Tuesday, December 1, 2020, at home following a long, hard-fought battle.

The son of Richard and Eugenia (Moxcey) Norton, Byron attended elementary schools in Hallowell and Whitefield and graduated from Erskine Academy, in South China, in 1972.

In his younger years, Byron enjoyed bass fishing and playing guitar and harmonica in a rock ‘n roll band. More recently, he enjoyed boating, working in the yard on his tractor and watching the New York Giants lose.

With his dry delivery and quick wit, he was known by most to be quite funny. Byron held jobs at Augusta Iron Works and Bath Iron Works before working the majority of his life as a self-employed builder. He was meticulous in his craft and generous to his customers. His life’s work has left countless physical marks on this world. Although he constructed many houses, Byron’s most proud accomplishments were the homes he built for family members including his son and daughter.

Byron is survived by his wife of 41 years, Lovina (Joslyn) Norton, their daughter Jessica Norton, and their son Jacob Norton with wife Jessica (Dunn) and children Elijah, Aubrey and Isaac Norton, all of Windsor; three sisters, Laurie Mullens with partner Richard Cummings, of Whitefield, Patty Preservati, of Somerville, and Pamela Metten, of Chelsea; brother-in-law Don Joslyn with wife Cheyenne, of Sidney; sisters-in-law Debbie Landry, of Jefferson, and Pam Norton, of Somerville; and many nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by his parents, his brothers Richard and Timothy Norton.

In light of the pandemic, a celebration of Byron’s life will be held at a later date.

Those who knew and loved Byron are encouraged to share memories and photos of him and/or his work for inclusion in a memory book, either online, or by mail to 134 Griffin Rd, Windsor, ME 04363.

Memories and condolences may be shared at directcremationofmaine.com.

FANADO PELOTTE

WATERVILLE – Fanado “Gid” Pelotte, 98, of Waterville, passed away on Monday, November 30, 2020. He was born on October 2, 1922, in Waterville, to parents Henri and Lea (Veilleux) Pelotte.

Fanado “Gid” started a gravel company in Waterville in 1942, at the same location as it still is today, a quarter of mile from where he was born and grew up. He had to quit school at the age of 13 to help his dad in the fields so they could produce dry goods for sale to the local markets. When starting out his business, Gid would borrow his father’s dump truck after working in the fields all day and in the evenings, he would haul sand to the St. Francis Cemetery for the Portland Diocese. He was hauling ammunition and supplies to the Bath Iron Works (shipyard) when he met a young woman named Yvette Camire (who was a tack welder inside the ships) and immediately fell in love. Together they started what is now Fanado Pelotte Contractors.

During the war, he joined the Civil Air Service as a private contractor, helping to build several airports: such as Loring, Limestone Air Force Base, Brunswick Naval Air Station, Portsmouth Naval Shipyard, and Norridgewock Airport just to name a few.

Gid and Yvette had three boys David, Linwood (Woody, Doey), and Raymond. When they were old enough they were right by his side all the time, learning and helping him grow the business into what it is today.

Gid was in good health and was the Boss (78 years) of the company right until his death. He was an avid hunter, angler, and sportsman. He loved his lodge on Brassua Lake and would get up there every chance he could. His dedicated service in the community, representing his family business which was his joy in life, and he was thankful for the many friends he made that shared in his generosity and giving nature. He was a member of Corpus Christi Parish, at Notre Dame Church, in Waterville.

Surviving Gid is his son Raymond and wife, Barbara Pelotte; his daughter-in-law Linda Pelotte; his grandchildren Stephanie Nielson (Erik), Matthew Pelotte, Timothy Pelotte (Deb), Anthony Pelotte (Jamie), and Irene Richards (Scott); his great- grandchildren, Kylie Nielson, Gabby Pelotte, Elliott Pelotte, Cody Pelotte, Shawna Pelotte, Jake Stinson, Lucas Pelotte, Trevor Pelotte, Zach Dionne; and two great-great-grandchildren Colton and Camden.

Gid is predeceased by his wife of 44 years Yvette (1988); a son David Pelotte (1962), a son Linwood (2017); and a very special close friend Mamie Ouellette (2015). Gid’s predeceased siblings are James (Jimmy) Pelotte, Willie Pelotte, Alphie Pelotte, Emma King, Florence Salley, Rosaire (Roger) Pelotte, and Evelyn (Dee) Morrison.

A private Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated on Friday, December 4.

Please see our website http://www.veilleuxfuneralhome.com to share your condolences with Gid’s family and view his Life Remembered Video.

In lieu of flowers, Gid’s family is requesting donations to be made to MaineGeneral Hospice Care Unit.

ROBERTA F. DICKINSON

FAIRFIELD – Roberta “Bert” Faye (Quimby) Dickinson, 83, passed away suddenly on Tuesday, December 1, 2020. She was born July 21, 1937, in Bingham, to the late Alston Bertell Sr., and Dorothy Irene (Lindsay) Quimby Brooks.

Although she never made national headlines for curing the common cold or writing the next great novel, Roberta lived a full and rich life. For 17 years she followed Sonny across the country as he proudly served his country in the U.S. Navy, or waited patiently for him at home during the times he had to be away for duty. Many times she had to be mother, father, chief cook and bottle washer to her girls, and the many other children who filled her life and loved her like a mother. Upon his retirement from the Navy, Bert and Sonny returned home to Maine where they spent the next 36 years working and loving and living. Always ready for a game of Yahtzee, Roberta also enjoyed conquering word puzzles, jigsaw puzzles and exploring the world without leaving home through her love of reading. Above all else, she loved her family.

Roberta is predeceased by her husband of 53 years, Laurel “Sonny” L. Dickinson Jr., and her sister, Marilyn “Mal” (Quimby) Spaulding.

Roberta is survived by four daughters, Dottie Dickinson-Greene and husband Mervin, of Fairfield, Laurie Buzzell and husband Rick, of Clinton, Janet Keicher and husband John, of Brookline New Hampshire, Leslie Jones and husband Steve, of Benton; 13 grandchildren and 30 great-grandchildren; her sister, Mildred ‘Millie’ Blackwell, of New Philadelphia Ohio; brother, Alston ‘Sonny’ Quimby Jr. and wife Wanda, of Madison; brother, Philip ‘Phil’ Brooks, of Fairfield; as well as an extended family of sisters-in law, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews, and cousins.

It was Roberta’s wish that she not be remember with a funeral, so a celebration of life will be held at a later date at the convenience of the family and in consideration of the current restrictions.

Arrangements under the direction and care of Dan and Scott’s Cremation and Funeral Service, 445 Waterville Road, Skowhegan Maine 04976.

In lieu of flowers, family and friends wishing may make donations in Roberta’s memory to Hospice Volunteers of Waterville Area, 304 Main Street, Waterville ME 04901.

JEFFREY D. FISHER

WATERVILLE — Jeffrey D. Fisher, 69, passed away on Wednesday, December 2, 2020, in Waterville. He was born April 17, 1951, in Waterville, the son of the late William P. Fisher Sr., of Waterville, and the late Ernestine (McCorisson) Fisher, of Plainville, Connecticut.

Jeff grew up in Oakland and attended Oakland public schools. Jeff served in the U. S. Navy during Vietnam. He was stationed on the USS Somers from March 1969 to March 1973. Jeff lived part of his life in the central Connecticut area where he was a tree surgeon by trade. He later moved to Maine and worked at Old Town Canoe for 30 years. In recent years Jeff was a beloved handyman for his community where people baked him food, goodies and wrote him letters of thanks.

Jeff was an avid fisherman. He fished all seasons including ice fishing. Jeff was known for his love of oldies music from the ‘50s and ‘60s. While living in Connecticut he worked part time as “DJ Jeff” for parties and events. His Halloween parties were legendary. Jeff was the best joke teller and enjoyed making people laugh. He was a Red Sox and Patriots fan.

Jeff leaves behind his kitty Sunshine along with a newer kitty BigFoot. He fed many strays looking for food. The community called him the Cat Whisperer. He had a gentle nature and kind soul that all animals loved.

Jeff is survived by his six siblings, William Fisher, Jr, of Winterport, Bonnie Mindek and her husband Robert, of Rome, his twin brother, John Fisher and his wife Patricia, of Waterville, Dolores Krampitz and her husband Edward, of Plainville, Connecticut, Jolene Zerbe and her husband Kevin, of Southington, Connecticut, and Raymond Fisher and his wife Linda, of Wallingford, Connecticut; many nieces, nephews and cousins.

A celebration of life will take place at a later date at the convenience of the family.

An online guestbook may be signed, and memories shared at http://www.familyfirstfuneralhomes.com.

Arrangements are by Wheeler Funeral Home & Cremation Care, 26 Church St., Oakland.

Family and friends wishing to honor Jeff may make a donation in Jeff’s name to the Humane Society Waterville Area, 100 Webb Rd., Waterville, ME 04901.

ROYCE B. NELSON

PALERMO – Royce B. Nelson, 87, of North Palermo Road, passed away on Friday, December 4, 2020, at Maine Veterans Home, in Augusta, after suffering a stroke. Born in Palermo on April 6, 1933, he was the son of Jasper Nelson and Edith Nelson and the oldest of four children.

After graduating from Erskine Academy, in South China, he enlisted in the U.S. Army where he was stationed in North Carolina before volunteering to serve overseas in Korea. When he completed his military service, he returned home to Palermo and purchased his first Ford dump truck. He was a lifelong Ford owner and remained steadfast on the brand. He would go on to own a small fleet of trucks, hiring drivers and contracting with Blue Rock Industries and others to help pave many roads throughout the state. Later he was elected to serve as Road Commissioner in Palermo, with responsibility for maintaining and repairing the roads.

In 1963 he married his wife of 57 years, Jeannine. Together they built their home where they raised four children. He took pride in seeing his own livestock of Black Angus bred and born on his 300-acre farm he named Pond View Farms. In addition to owning over a hundred head of cattle, the farm was also the home to horses, pigs, chickens and his beloved German Shepherd, Duchess. It was a true labor of love for him.

Although he never fully retired from farming in his later years, he did take some time away from it, and he enjoyed camping and spending time with his children and grandchildren. As the years passed, he would eventually be diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease. His progression was blessedly slow and although Alzheimer’s eventually took from him his independence and his memory, it left his gregarious, funny and gentle personality fully intact. An honorable, self-made man with his own special brand of humor, he was well liked and always respected by all who met him.

Surviving is his wife, Jeannine Nelson, of Palermo; two sons, Todd Nelson and his wife Tina, and Troy Nelson and his wife Angie, both of Palermo; two daughters, Tammy Leeman and her husband David, of Newcastle, and Tracy Cardelli, of South Portland; six grandchildren: Jessica, Scott, Cody, Jenna, Alicia and Royce; and two great-grandchildren: Brady and Olivia.

He was predeceased by his parents, two sisters, Jackie Nelson and Phyllis Draiss, and a brother, Keith Nelson and his son-in-law, Stephen Cardelli.

There are no planned public visiting hours.

A graveside service and military honors was held on Tuesday December 8, 2020, at Maine Veterans Memorial Cemetery, 163 Mt. Vernon Road, Augusta.

Condolences, stories and photos may be shared at http://www.plummerfh.com.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association Maine Chapter, 383 U.S. Route One, Suite 2C, Scarborough, ME 04074.

MARCIE L. COLSON

CLINTON – Marcie Lynn (Delafontaine) Colson, 44, passed away unexpectedly Thursday, November 12, 2020. She was born in Berlin, New Hamsphire, on June 25, 1976, the daughter of Jeanne Poussard (Aubut) and Richard Delafontaine.

She attended Wells high school and later achieved her GED from Waterville high school.

Marcie worked in the industrial cleaning business from 1998 to 2013 and then went on to become a personal housekeeper from 2013 until the day she passed. She was a two-year member of U.B.M and was a confirmed Catholic with Saint Joseph Catholic Church, in Berlin, New Hampshire.

Marcie was a loving daughter, sister, mother, devoted wife, friend, and extraordinary Mimi. She had a love for everything outdoors. She loved hunting and fishing, spending time with family and her grandbabies. She enjoyed long dirt road rides and riding on the motorcycle with her husband. She was very competitive in ice fishing against her husband, always trying to catch the first, the best, and the biggest fish. Marcie was loved by all that had the pleasure of meeting her.

Marcie is survived by her parents Jeanne Poussard (Aubut), Richard and Carol Delafontaine; her husband David Colson; her son Brandon Gerry and his significant other Macklyn; her daughters Angel and her husband Kevin Asher, and Ashley Gerry and significant other Buddy; two stepchildren Stephen Lambert and Jasmine Colson and significant other Corey; eight grandchildren, Annie, Jackson, Connor, Malachi , Lilly, Arabella, Nalani, and Abigail; her two brothers Timothy and spouse Amanda Delafontaine, and Tyler Delafontaine.

There will be a celebration of life held in June 2021.

Arrangements are under the direction and care of Aable Cremation Service, LLC. , Waterville, Maine.

In lieu of flowers and donations please contact Angel Asher at amgjdc@gmail.com.

WALTER L. SMITH

OAKLAND – Walter L. Smith, 84, passed away Friday, November 13, 2020, at his home, in Oakland. He was born September 26, 1936, in Hartland, the son of Everett Louis and Lois Ann (Stubbs) Smith.

He attended schools in Palmyra and Benton. On November 16, 1957, he married the former Ruth Johnson, in Skowhegan. He was a veteran who proudly served his country in the United States Army until his honorable discharge.

He held a number of jobs during his lifetime including Mill Wright, Boiler attender, master oil burner technician, truck driver for Waterville Hardware, warehouse foreman, and volunteer chaplain for the hospitals. He was a member of Calvary Church of God, in Oakland, Living Waters Worship Center, in Ocala, Florida, and Blood Bought Church, in Oakland. He enjoyed fishing, working on cars, hunting, loved animals of all kinds, and strolling through the woods talking to the Lord.

Walter is survived by his wife of 63 years, Ruth (Johnson) Smith, of Oakland; five daughters, Evelyn L. Beaulieu, of Rangeley, Lois A. Letourneau and husband Dan, of Ocala, Flaorida, Rhonda L. West, of Oakland, Rosemarie L. Smith, of Oakland, and Lisa L. Goodrich and husband Randy, of Sidney; stepdaughter, Jeanne Brann and husband Merle of Phillips; grandson, Aaron L Smith of Rome; sister, Alta Thomas, of Leesburg, Florida; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by son, Lyle W. Smith; sister, Evis Littlefield and husband Arthur, brother, John “Jack” Smith and wife Lorraine, half-brother, Earl “Harvey” Stubbs.

A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date at the convenience of the family.

Arrangements under the direction and care of Dan & Scott’s Cremation & Funeral Service, 445 Waterville Road, Skowhegan, ME 04976.

In lieu of flowers, friends wishing may make donations in Walter’s memory to the American Cancer Society, New England Division, One Bowdoin Mill Island, Suite 300, Topsham ME 04086-1240.

ALLEEN THOMPSON

WATERVILLE – Alleen Thompson, 101, passed away on November 13, 2020. Alleen was born in Waterville on September 18, 1919, to Margaret Arnold Thompson, of Waterville, and Mark R. Thompson, of Brookfield, New York.

An amazing woman, she lived an extraordinary life. Her love of books began early as she spent a good deal of time at the Waterville Public Library in her youth. She was a graduate of Waterville High School, and the class of 1940 at Colby College, Waterville, with a major in geology. She lived at home rather than on campus and became a member of the Alpha Chapter of the Sigma Kappa Sorority. She went on to earn her master’s degree in library science at Simmons College, Boston, Massachusetts.

Alleen was accomplished in her work yet humble about her life experiences. She was a pioneer of her times when, while working at Penn State’s Engineering Library in 1941, the Navy organized its women’s auxiliary known as WAVES. She most enthusiastically joined the third class of WAVES and was assigned to the Naval Air Station in Miami, Florida, as a communications officer. As a WAVE ensign during World War II she was re-assigned to Kaneohe Naval Air Station, in Hawaii, in 1943. It was full on wartime in Hawaii and the work was demanding; decoding messages by the thousands, midnight watches, and tending the radios, teletypes, and switchboards. Alleen left the Navy after the war in 1945 as a full lieutenant.

Because Alleen was such a modest person about her accomplishments, some of her prestigious jobs may never be known to all. We do know, however, that for six years she held a top library post at the State Department of Public Health in Berkeley, California.

Around 1955, General Electric came calling as they were building the Dresden (Illinois) Power Station, to include a nuclear reactor. Her job would be to build a brand new library on atomic science from the ground up. The library was over 2,000 square feet and contained thousands of highly technical books, magazines, and publications, many of which were classified.

Still a WAVE Reserve, Alleen continued her communications job as head of General Electric Company’s special library at the Atomic Power Equipment Department, in San Jose, California. She was one of only a handful of women who rose to the rank of Lieutenant Commander, Reserve, a post only two slots below Captain’s rank.

In 1965 she became the first West Coast woman elected as President of the Special Libraries Association. As Mrs. Elizabeth B. Roth (Head Librarian of the Standard Oil of CA Library) stated in her announcement, “In Alleen are combined the high standards of a New England education and the rough experience of mastering several western libraries. You can’t show her a library problem that can’t be identified, attacked, and licked. Eastern skeptic and Western pragmatist, she admires wit and aggressiveness, especially in special librarians.” One of the highlights of her presidency was being invited to the White House and introduced as one of the “1200 Most Influential Persons in the United States” for her time. In 1970, she was tasked with setting up a library in Korea. In 1982, Alleen was named to the Special Libraries Association’s Hall of Fame.

She traveled extensively for work and pleasure visiting Art Museums throughout Europe, Japan, and India to name a few. Alleen visited well over 40 countries during her remarkable life journey.

Alleen returned to her Waterville roots in 1998 making the solo cross-country trip by car with her belongings and two cats. Being back in Waterville, Alleen had the opportunity to reconnect with old friends and with what the city had to offer. That had to include all things Colby! She enjoyed lectures, the Great Books programs, the plethora of exhibitions at the Colby Museum of Arts, attending all of Professor Brancaccio’s film classes offered through the Goldfarb Center, and the campy fun at the Broadway Musical Reviews, which she often introduced to friends. As a proud alumna, Alleen followed every accomplishment, accolade, and innovation of the college with great interest.

She enjoyed shows and events at the Waterville Opera House, and was a member of the Waterville Historical Society, and the Central Maine Garden Club. Alleen supported the many animals at Waterville Humane Society even donating “Poppy’s Room” out of her love of cats. She was an active supporter of her favorite charities, many including causes for all animals and the environment as well as the Waterville branch of the Salvation Army.

Alleen was a traditionalist by nature, preferring to be addressed as Miss Thompson unless she knew you on a more personal basis. She loved wearing stylish skirts and dresses rather than slacks complimented by the perfect hairstyle and handbag. She enjoyed eating out and did not mind travelling for good meals, most notably with her group of friends who made their yearly outing to The Lost Kitchen.

Out of respect for her wishes, there will be no services.

Arrangements are under the care of Veilleux & Redington Funeral Home, 8 Elm Street, Waterville, ME. http://www.veilleuxfuneralhome.com

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Alleen’s name to Colby College, Division of College Advancement, 173 Main St., Suite 201, Waterville, ME 04901, or Humane Society Waterville Area, 100 Webb Rd., Waterville, ME 04901. Donations to Colby College will be directed to the Gordon Center for Creative and Performing Arts under construction on the Mayflower Hill campus

RAYMOND W. LaCHANCE JR.

WATERVILLE – Raymond William Lachance Jr., 74, of Waterville, passed away on Saturday November 14, 2020. He was born October 29, 1946, to Raymond Lachance Sr. and Geneva Lachance.

Raymond graduated from Winslow High School. He then enrolled in the Navy and went to Vietnam from which he received many medals of honor.

Raymond was a skilled mechanic and carpenter. Through the years he has had his own businesses with close family friends, Renald Cloutier and Eric Dickey.

Before Dale Earnhardt’s passing he was an avid NASCAR fan. He was Matt’s biggest fan and never missed a football game which was usually followed by McDonald’s.

He was always there through thick and thin. He was the strongest most reliable kind caring giving soul. There was nothing Raymond wouldn’t do for his family and he will be so very greatly missed.

He is survived by his children, Alison Thomas and her life long partner Chad Gilley, Michael Thomas and Mistylynn; his grandchildren, Michael (Matthew whom he raised like he was his own son), Kalianah, Sage, Tayanah, Taten, Keanah; his great-grandfather children; his brothers, Kenneth and Brian.

In honor of Raymond’s wishes there will be no funeral service. There will be a celebration of Ray’s life at 2 p.m. on Sunday, November 29, at Grass Eaters, on College Ave., in Waterville.

CHESTER G. EAMES

WATERVILLE – Chester G. Eames, Jr., 75, of Waterville, known fondly as “Chet” to family and friends, died peacefully on Tuesday, November 17, 2020, at Marshwood Center, in Lewiston. He was born in Bangor on November 9, 1945, the son of Chester G. Eames, Sr. and Clara Eames.

Chet graduated from Bangor High School in 1963 and earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Accounting in 1967 from Husson College, in Bangor. He enlisted in the U.S. Army and served in the Vietnam War.

When Chet met his future wife, Florence Eastman, he managed the W.T. Grant Department Store, in Bangor. They married in 1972, and they have loved and cared for one another for the past 48 years. They moved to Greenville, South Carolina, where they owned and operated a laundromat called “Soap and Suds”. Chet also worked at a textile mill while he studied theology at Bob Jones University.

His Christian faith remained strong and central throughout his life. Eventually, to be nearer to family, they moved back to Maine and settled in Waterville where Chet became a security guard for Thayer and Seton hospitals, later to be named MaineGeneral Medical Center. He also worked part time as a seasonal L.L. Bean Service Representative at the call center in Waterville.

He was predeceased by his parents, Chester and Clara Eames, his mother-in-law, Ella Eastman; his brother-in-law, Theron Micue, Jr. and his sister-in-law, Wilma Eastman.

He is survived by his wife, Florence, of Waterville; his sisters-in-law, Rose Micue, of Norridgewock, Phyllis Corey and her husband George, of Sidney, and Roberta Brown and her husband Fremont, of Terryville, Connecticut; nieces, nephews, and cousins. Chet will be remembered by his family for his tall stature, his sense of humor and his gentle manner.

At Chet’s request there will be no services.

Memories and condolences may be shared at directcremationofmaine.com.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made In Chet’s memory, payable to Amedisys Foundation Beacon Hosplice, 245 Center St., Suite 10A, Auburn, ME 04210.

ERVIN H. TYLER

WINSLOW – Ervin Herman Tyler, 99, passed away on Tuesday, November 17, 2020, following a long battle with COPD. He was born on June 7, 1921, in Benton.

He was the beloved husband of Audrey (Witham) Tyler for 75 years. Theirs was the strongest of love, and a marriage to emulate. His home was always full of joy and laughter. He teased Audrey endlessly which was a true display of his affection. How he loved his family, it was the “core” of his existence.

As a young boy he moved to Freedom. During those early years he loved “Gram” Tyler’s cooking, sliding, working on the farm and playing with the family dogs and cats. He went to grammar school in Freedom and graduated from Freedom Academy in 1940. He played on the baseball and track teams. In his adult years, he liked to hunt, fish, garden, mow lawns, go to country fairs, going for rides with the family to see relatives and friends, grocery shopping for and taking family and friends to appointments.

He enjoyed watching sports on television, especially the Boston Red Sox, wrestling and various news channels. He liked discussing current events as well as reminiscing about “the good old days”. His memory was remarkable even at age 99.

For years, he attended the University of Maine’s girls’ basketball games, even at the age of 88. He loved going to his grandson’s swim meets and his great-grand children’s soccer games.

In the 80’s, he enjoyed going to breakfast with his “breakfast group” seeing the folks at Wendy’s and Dunkin’ Donuts. Ervin met friends at McDonald’s in Winslow every Wednesday night for 15 years and they became his “McDonald’s family”. He was very fond of his neighbors who became true friends and so enjoyed visits from them.

Ervin was an active member of the Benton Falls Congregational Church. For years, he was an usher and worked on church suppers. He loved serving people and telling them about his church. He was very fond of his ministers, Jack Quigg and Pastor Kim Shrader and looked forward to their visits.

In 1940, Ervin worked in the woods cutting cord wood for $2.00 a day and got a cord a day. In 1941, he worked at the Bryant Mill (Freedom Novely Mill) now known as the Mill at Freedom Falls. He ran a lathe making wooden screwdriver handles for 32 cents an hour. He was the only person who ever worked there that attended the mill open house on June 5, 2013. Two of the handles he made are on display in the mall showcase. Ervin was in a documentary film about the mill which was part of the Camden Film Festival and was shown at the Strand Theater, in Rockland, on September 29, 2013. At this premier, Tony Grassi, project manager, showed the audience two of the screwdriver handles he made, even at age 92, Ervin was able to attend this premier and was recognized by the audience of over 200 people. In March 2014, the Freedom Mill documentary was shown at the Environmental Film Festival, in Washington, DC.

Ervin had an extremely strong work ethic. He worked for Hollingworth and Whitney and Scott Paper Company, in Winslow, for 41-1/2 years, retiring in 1983 as a back-tender on #4 paper machine. He only missed a few days of work due to surgery. When the roads were impassable, he would snowshoe or walk the 10 miles to work. After retiring, he worked part time at Poor Bob’s Store, in Benton.

Ervin was a World War ll Army veteran entering the service in 1944 and discharged in 1946. He served in the European Theatre and the 15th District Mechanized Constabulary. He took his basic training at camp Joseph T. Robinson, in Little Rock, Arkansas. He had to be a skilled hunter to survive back home in Freedom, and this skill served his well in the Army. Ervin went overseas when the Battle of the Bulge was nearly over. It took eleven days on a liberty ship to arrive in France. From France, he went to Belgium, Holland and finally Germany. He was the oldest charter member of the Winslow VFW Post #8835, and one of the oldest members of the Fairfield American Legion Post #14. Yearly, he attended the ceremonies in the Veterans Memorial Park in Winslow, standing for hours, even in the coldest of weather. He was in many Winslow Fourth of July parades. He loved his country and in a show of patriotism only purchased American made products.

At age 97, Ervin needed help with the activities of everyday living and his primary caregiver, from Helping Hands, was Mike Levesque. When Ervin was asked how Mike cared for him, Ervin had one word to describe Mike’s care, “Perfect”. They became good friends and they shared many laughs and stories. He was also very pleased with the work of his part time caregiver, Angela Marie Tracy.

Ervin was a handsome man with a “boyish grin” and loved to tell stories and jokes. He had the “unique” quality of making others feel special.

He is survived by his daughter, Bonnie Tyler; his grandsons, Mark McCutcheon and his wife Laurie, Michael and his wife Deanna McCutcheon; three great-grandchildren, Justin McCutcheon, Kristi McCutcheon Francey and her husband Dana, and Ian McCutcheon; his great-great grand children, Madeline and Liam Francey, and Penelope McCutcheon; a brother, Clarence Tyler Jr.; son-in-law, Harold McCutcheon and his partner Sharon Lamb; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

He was predeceased by his wife, Audrey Witham Tyler; his parents, Clarence and Mattie (Godale) Tyler; his daughter, Nancy Tyler McCutcheon; his brothers, Archie Tyler, Ernest Tyler Jr. and Carroll Tyler, his sister Maxine Gurney, his sister-in- law, Barbara Martin; and special cousin, Alice Alexander.

An online guestbook may be signed, and memories shared at http://www.familyfirstfuneralhomes.com

Arrangements are by Lawry Brothers Funeral & Cremation Care, 107 Main St., Fairfield.

There will be a private burial. A public celebration of Ervin’s life will be held on either June 6, or June 7, 2021, providing the Covid virus is under control.

Memorial donations may be made to the Benton Falls Congregational Church, Atten.: Dawnela Sheehan, 274 Bellsqueeze Rd., Benton, ME 04901.

DEBRA J. DeYOUNG

FAIRFIELD – Debra Jean (Palow) DeYoung, 65, passed away Sunday, October 18, 2020, at Maine­General Medical Center, in Augusta. She was born December 18, 1954, in Waterville, the daughter of Lewis and Lorraine Marie (Pomerleau) Palow.

She attended school in Waterville and Connecticut, graduating class of 1973. She was employed in many positions throughout her life including the Ramada Inn, in Missouri, tending bar in England at the Officer’s Club, she owned and operated a mobile home park in Missouri, phlebotomist in Texas and helped her sister Joan run P.T. Cab (driver and dispatcher), in Fairfield. She was a member of the Salvation Army Church, in Waterville, and enjoyed bowling, skating, swimming, dancing and spending time with her family.

Debra is survived by sisters, Linda Vigue, husband Raymond, of Smithfield, Joan Upton Cuares and husband Jeffrey, of Fairfield, Cathy Marquis and husband Shawn, of Oakland, Lorraine Jurdack and husband Doug, of Oakland; brothers, Louie Picard and wife Penny, of Newport, Frederic Palow and partner Rick Will, of Ellsworth, Daniel Palow and wife Angela, of Vassalboro, Kevin Palow and wife Jennifer, of Clinton, Alden Palow and partner Jamie, of Clinton; nine nieces, Luanne Phair and husband Jamie, of Oakland, Tiffany Palow, of Fairfield, Tina Belanger and husband Russell, of Fairfield, Erica Pendexter and husband Kevin, of Winslow, Lorna Hubbard and partner Richard, of Winslow, Lani Cuares and partner Jason, of Waterville, Breanna Phair and partner Jerry Mack, Porter and Lila (the apple of her eye) Mack, of Fairfield, Samuel Upton and Madisyn Pendexter, of Winslow, and Leilani Cuares; four nephews, Mathew Marquis and wife Danielle, of Sidney, Brandon Phair and partner Felicia, of Canaan, Nathan Marquis and wife Amanda, of Waterville, and Kimo Cuares; many more nieces and nephews.

She was predeceased by her parents, sisters, Sandra Hubbard Lottie, Ann Palow, and brother Dana Kitchen.

A Celebration of life will be held at a later date at the convenience of the family.

Arrangements under the direction and care of Dan and Scott’s Cremation and Funeral Service, 445 Waterville Road, Skowhegan, Maine 04976.

In lieu of flowers, friends wishing may make donations in Debra’s memory to the Waterville Homeless Shelter, 19 Colby St., Waterville, ME 04901.

KAREN A. DROUIN

WINSLOW – Karen A. Drouin, 52, passed away Wednesday, October 21, 2020. She was born in Lynn, Massachusetts, on April 29, 1968, to Patricia and Joseph Drouin.

She had three older brothers and a younger sister. She had one daughter Sheyenne with Brian Guay, in Danville, New Hampshire. Karen grew up in Lynn, Massachusetts, but lived back and forth from Maine, New Hampshire and Massachusetts. She decided to stay in Maine after losing Brian, to be surrounded by her family.

When she stopped working she spent time taking care of others and volunteering when she could. She loved to crochet, cook for her friends and family, and bird watching. Most people knew her as someone who was kind and loving and always helping others.

She was predeceased by her mother Patricia; brothers Kevin, Michael, and Brian.

She is survived by her father Joseph; daughter Sheyenne; brother Mark and family; sister Jaime and family; many nieces and nephews.

REGINALD E. DUMONT

WATERVILLE – Reginald E. Dumont, 90, of Waterville, passed away peacefully in his own home on Monday, October 26, 2020, following a long battle with diabetes and kidney cancer.

Reggie was born on March 21, 1930, in Waterville, the son of Clifford F. Dumont and Lorette M. Rancourt Dumont.

He went to Waterville schools and obtained his GED. Reggie joined the Navy at the age of 17 and went into the submarine service in 1947 where he served as an electrician on the USS Sea Leopard. After his discharge in 1950, he returned to Waterville and married Yvette Mailloux and raised his five children on Carey Lane. He went on to become a master electrician and worked in construction throughout New England for 41 years with the IBEW Local #1253 before retiring at age 62.

He was predeceased by his first wife, Yvette, in 1985 and remarried in 1988 to Mary Jean Gorneau Dumont.

Reggie and Mary Jean spent winters in Brooksville, Florida, and summers in Maine. They traveled together with friends and he enjoyed fishing and his vegetable gardens. This was the first year since 1953 Reggie didn’t have a garden. He was a proud member of the Augusta Submarine Veterans, The Holland Club, and the Weekie Watchee Submarine Veterans Club and a longtime member of the American Legion. Reggie was beloved by his friends and neighbors, always willing to lend a hand.

Reggie was predeceased by his parents; his brother Bernard and his wife Florence, his half brother Clifford and wife Mary Ann.

He is survived by his wife of 32 years, Mary Jean; his children, Michael (Mary), Brenda Hjort (Brian), Cathy Nason (Jay), Regina Nadeau, Jeffrey Dumont and their families; stepchildren, Chris Greenleaf (David), Diane Jackson (Gary), Gerard Pare Jr., Lisa Pare and their families; and his half-sister, Donna Dean Creasey (Tom).

Per his wishes, the family will hold a private graveside service at a later date.

Arrangements under the direction and care of Dan and Scott’s Cremation and Funeral Service, 445 Waterville Road, Skowhegan, ME 04976.

In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Northern Lights Comfort Care and Hospice, 50 Foden Rd., South Portland, ME 04106, or Alzheimer’s Association Maine Chapter, 383 US Route 1, Suite 2C, Scarborough, ME 04074.

SANDRA J. LAMOTHE

VASSALBORO – Sandra Jacques Lamothe, 73, passed away peacefully at her lakefront home on Three Mile Pond, in Vassalboro, on Friday, October 30, 2020, following a brave battle with lung cancer. She was born April 5, 1947, to Cecile (Lettre) and Maxim P. Jacques, in Augusta.

Three Mile Pond was her home for 41 years. She graduated from Cony High School, in Augusta, in 1965.

Sandy was a state employee for over 40 years, having worked at the Department of Labor, Department of Attorney General, and finally retiring from the Judicial Branch after 20 years.

She was previously deceased by her parents, brother Max, and nephew Michael. She is survived by her husband of 52 years, George; a daughter, Lisa Lamothe, and grandsons Grayson Petty and Casey Petty, all of China; a son, Scott Lamothe and grandson Dillon Lamothe; a nephew, Steven Jacques and family, from West Virginia; niece Sue-Ann Brann and family, from Winslow; and sister-in-law Sandra Brann and spouse David Brann, of Augusta; brothers-in-law Paul Lamothe, of New Brunswick, Canada, Claude LaMothe and his wife Norma, of Caribou, Roland Lamothe and wife Kathy, of Gardiner, Mario Lamothe, of Florida; sisters-in-law Jacqueline Lamothe, of Port Richey, Florida, and Irene Bourque, of Windsor;

At her request, no formal service will be held. Instead, a Celebration of Life will be scheduled next summer.

Condolences may be expressed at http://www.funeralalternatives.net

CHARLES V. DOOR

CLINTON – Charles V. Dorr, 76, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 31, 2020, at his home, in Clinton. He was born January 25, 1944, to Clifford R. and Florence E. (Eastman) Dorr, of Bucksport.

He attended Bucksport public schools. He started C and D Builders with his brother-in-law, David Proctor. Charles was instrumental in starting Clinton Ambulance Service and also served as the Clinton Fire Chief. Later he was superintendent for Bridge Construction Corporation for 17 years. After retiring, he was a volunteer driver for KVCAP. He loved his grandchildren, great grandchildren, camping, grilling, and making spaghetti sauce.

Charles is survived by his wife of 56 years, RaeJean (Proctor) Dorr; sons, Dennis and wife Caroline, Charles C. and wife Gail; daughter, Denzie; grandchildren, Ryan and wife Ashley, Seth and wife Chelsea, CJ, Derek, Laurel, Chelsea and fiancé Frank; three great-grandchildren, Blake, Reese and Jackson; brother, Leon and wife Debbie.

He was predeceased by his parents, Clifford R. and Florence E. Dorr; brother, David L.

A private graveside service will be held at a later date at the convenience of the family.

Arrangements under the direction and care of Dan and Scott’s Cremation and Funeral Service, 445 Waterville Road, Skowhegan ME 04976.

In lieu of flowers, friends wishing may make donations in his memory to the Clinton Fire Department, 19 Church St., Clinton, ME 04927.

JOYCE C. GOODINE

SOUTH CHINA – Joyce C. Goodine, 82, of South China, passed peacefully Sunday, November 1, 2020. She was born on December 9, 1937, the daughter of Leonard and Grace Griggs.

On September 3, 1956, she married her high school sweetheart Sheldon Goodine and raised four children.

She worked as a bookkeeper most of her life for local businesses and served on various boards in the town of China. She was a long-time member of the South China Community Church. She enjoyed making wedding/birthday cakes, camping with family in Brownville, doing crossword puzzles and traveling throughout the United States and surrounding countries with family and friends.

She was happiest when all her family was around; you would never leave her house hungry or without taking leftovers with you.

Joyce was predeceased by her parents and her sister, Sharon.

She is survived by her husband, Sheldon; her four children, Darlene (Jeff) Zimmerman, Terry (Benjamin) DeMerchant, Leonard (Danielle) Goodine and Carol (Norman) Bragg; 15 grandchildren, Sarah, Rachael, Emily, Jason, Joey, Jessica, Morgan, David, Sean, Cassie, Lanie, Jennifer, James, Dawne and Shannon; 18 great-grandchildren; her sister, Susie Allen; and various nieces and nephews.

A memorial service will be held on November 14, 2020, at 2 p.m., at the South China Community Church.

Reception immediately after at the Goodine residence.

In lieu of flowers, if you so wish, donations can be made to the South China Community Church.

MICHELLE A. RODERICK

VASSALBORO – Michelle A. Roderick, 70, passed away Tuesday, September 8, 2020, at her home, in Vassalboro. She was born July 29, 1950, in Cleveland, Ohio, the daughter of Eugene and Gwen (Doheney) Roderick.

She was employed for 20 years at (Northern Light) Inland Hospital, in Waterville, and in Alaska for 12 years as a nurse. She loved photography and the ocean, her two golden retrievers, Bar Harbor and Pemaquid Lighthouses.

Michelle is survived by three sisters, Penny Redden, Lori Roderick, Katie Roderick; two brothers, Chris Roderick and Peter Roderick.

There will be no visitation hours or funeral service.

Arrangements under the direction and care of Dan & Scott’s Cremation & Funeral Service, 445 Waterville Road, Skowhegan ME 04976.

MICHAEL S. WHITE

CHELSEA – Michael Shawn White, 47, of Chelsea, passed away peacefully at his home from complications in connection with a brief battle with Myelodysplastic Syndrome. Michael was born on September 22, 1973, the son of Jean (McGlashing) White and Lewis White Jr.

Michael had a passion for working on cars. In 1998 he opened Whites’s Auto, in Chelsea. He ran his business for the following 20 years. He was a hard worker and lived to take care of his loved ones. His family never needed or wanted for anything. Michael also loved playing poker and hosted games at his home and made many friends that he held in high regard until his last day. He always had a quick witted joke to offer.

He greatly enjoyed his trips to Foxwoods, taking long drives and going out to eat.

Michael was preceded in death by his mother Jean White and his nephew Aaron White-Sevigny.

Surviving are his father Lewis White Jr., of Augusta; daughters Samantha White and Crystal White, both of Chelsea, Hailey Pepper, of Monmouth; grandchildren Kristen White and Myles Cloutier, of Chelsea; sisters Jennifer Sevigny and her husband Roy, of Windsor, Tina White, of Litchfield; brother Kenny White, of Augusta; son Shawn White, of Augusta; aunt Pam and Bob Lee, of Oakland; uncle David and Maryanne White, of Windsor, and his special aunt Cindy who was a second mom to him, and his uncle Allen. Michael also leaves behind his love Wendy Phillis, of Chelsea; and several nieces and nephews.

There will be a memorial service at the American Legion Hall on Eastern Avenue, in Augusta, on Sunday, November 15, at 1 p.m. It will be a potluck event.