NANCY A. CAYFORD
WATERVILLE / SOUTH CHINA – Nancy Ann (Dubois) Cayford, 72, passed away on Thursday, September 5, 2024, at camp, her “happy place”. She was born in Waterville on October 28, 1951, the daughter of Wallace and Shirley (St. Peter) Dubois.
Nancy graduated from Waterville High School in 1970. She retired in 2019 after 20 years as front desk associate at the Fireside Inn and Suites (formerly Best Western), in Waterville.
Before her declining health Nancy loved vacation trips, cruises, and casino adventures with her beloved partner of 30 years, Dan Pooler, and his sister, Margie and brother-in-law, Craig Handley. Their recently purchased summer home on China Lake instantly became her “Happy Place”, where family and friends were encouraged to visit and enjoy the lake. She loved floating around the lake on her inner tube, going for boat rides, and evenings by the fire pit with Dan.
Nancy was predeceased by her parents; her son, Vance Cayford, daughter, Lori Cayford; brother, Tim Dubois, sister, Susan (Dubois) Moffett, and sisters-in-law Linda Harding, Nancy Hewins and Pam Pratt.
She is survived by “her perfect man”, Dan Pooler; stepsons Dan Pooler and wife Sarah, and Shawn Pooler; sisters Donna Spillman and husband Wayne, and Debbie Goldsmith; sisters-in-law Donna Martin and Margie Handley and spouse Craig; grandsons Gaige and Gavin Hessert; step-grandchildren Kenzie, Jordan, and Maryanne Pooler; and great-grandson, Ezra Hessert; as well as many special nieces, nephews and cousins.
A celebration of life was held on Saturday, September 21, 2024, in South China, Fire Road 37 (directly across from the China School sign), Camp 54.
Please visit Nancy’s memorial page at https://dsfuneral.com/obituaries/nancy-cayford where condolences, photos, and special memories may be shared.
In lieu of flowers those who wish may donate to Dialysis Clinic, Inc., 205 Ridge Rd., Fairfield ME 04937.
JOHN JOHNSON
CHINA – John Johnson, 58, passed away at Lahey Hospital, in Burlington, Massachusetts, on Sunday, September 8, 2024. John was born in Winslow on April 26, 1966, son of Patricia (Corey) Johnson and John Johnson.
He graduated from Winslow High School in 1984 and went straight into the workforce as an excellent Subaru mechanic for 32 years.
John was an avid hunter, fisherman, and snowmobiler. He loved being in the woods, regardless of the season. John enjoyed building tree stands, making his own deer jerky, and riding his Polaris up to Canada.
At the age of 32, John became the proud father of triplet girls. He passed his enthusiasm for animals and the outdoors on to his children, who grew up to be lovers of animals and nature as well.
John was predeceased by his father, John Johnson; and his sister, Anna Bouchard.
He is survived by his mother, Patricia (Corey) Johnson; his wife, Lisa Johnson; and his daughters Kinsey, Lexi, and Meagan Johnson; his sisters, Linda Marshall and her husband Paul Marshall, and Terry and her husband Blaine Breton, and Jody Leary and her husband Chuck Leary.
A graveside service was held at St. Francis Cemetery, in Waterville, on Friday, September 20,2024. .
Services are in the care of Veilleux – Redington – Lawry Brothers Funeral Home, 8 Elm St., Waterville.
WILLIAM WAHLEFIELD
CHINA – William Wahlefield, 88, died peacefully on Thursday, September 5, 2024.
Bill was born in New York City on July 20, 1936. He attended the University of North Dakota and graduated with a degree in Civil Engineering and continued his studies at Lowell Technical Institute. He was a supervising civil engineer for the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection in the Construction Grants department and a member of the Underwater Inspection Unit inspecting bridges, wall foundations, and sewer outfalls throughout the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. He eventually started his own business, Atlantic Engineering, which operated until 2019. He retired at the age of 83. In 2002 he married his wife, Deanna. They resided in Revere Massachusetts, until moving to the place he truly loved, China, Maine, in 2020. He was also a dedicated member of the Elks in Winthrop, Massachusetts and Augusta.
Bill was an avid fisherman all his life, sharing this passion with his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. As a young man, he took up SCUBA diving so he could explore the beauties of the ocean even further, and, of course, bring in a few lobsters along the way. After fishing out of the Boston Harbor for many years, he retired to China Lake, and was often seen hauling in fish at his secret “Honey Hole.”
Bill truly loved animals of all kinds, especially dogs. He treated every dog he met as his own, spoiling them with abundant amounts of table scraps, invites to sit on his lap, and never-ending scratches.
He was a do-it-yourself type of man, taking on any challenge no matter how large. And most importantly, he was a man who valued family. He placed family above all else, and spent his life going above and beyond for them. In the summers, he spent his mornings at the griddle making eggs, bacon, and buttery english muffins for everyone. Every afternoon you could find him at the grill, determined to bring his family and friends together for a big meal. His beautiful wife Deanna “Nana Deedee” was often cooking alongside him making her famous macaroni salad. He loved making his homemade custard for dessert and sharing his box of Hershey bars with almonds.
In between, he filled his time with fishing, bringing his grandchildren tubing, spending time with his daughters and son, and fixing anything he could get his hands on. His energy was contagious and he was a joy to be around, always managing to be the funniest in the room. He lived life to the fullest, beating to his own drum until his last days. Bill passed along his strong values, resilience, selflessness, work ethic, and huge heart to all his children and grandchildren. His impact will be felt forever.
William “Papa Bill” is survived by his wife, Deanna Wahlefield; his children, Cathy (Parris) Varney, Charlotte Keefe, Julie Brachanow, Linda (Ariel) Anguiano, Joanne (William Sullivan) Torres, William Wahlefield Jr.; his grandchildren, Parris Varney Jr., Lindsey Varney, Liam Keefe, Casey Mcgah, Nathania Brachanow, Frankie Brachanow, Tonya Omar, Catherine Downard, Charlotte Anguiano, Kiyanna Anguiano, Denise Lawrenson, Deborah Morel, Joanna Torres, and Gabriella Torres; 16 great-grandchildren; four step-daughters, Rhonda Fulton, Kimberly Imbruglia, Annette Guarino, Sharon Mercier; and many step-grandchildren.
He was predeceased by his granddaughter Julia Healey, his son Richard Wahlefield, his brother Richard Wahlefield Jr., his mother Kathleen Wahlefield and his father Richard Wahlefield.
A service will be held at 1:30 p.m., at the China Baptist Church, 36 Causeway Rd, China, on Sunday, October 13, 2024, followed by a celebration of life at 2:30 p.m., at 701 Neck Road, China. All of his friends and acquaintances are invited.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Kennebec Valley Humane Society or your local animal shelter.
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DOUGLAS DAVIS JR.
BENTON – Douglas Davis Jr., 72, of Benton, passed away Sunday, September 8, 2024. He was born in Waterville on September 17, 1951, to Cecile Tingley and Douglas Davis, Sr.
He attended school in Fairfield and joined the U.S. Army in 1970, stationed in Germany and then at Fort Sill, Oklahoma. He then worked for MSAD #49 for many years.
Doug loved sports, whether it be watching sports or playing sports. He loved to play golf. He was in a bowling league for many years, earning many awards and honor scores. Doug enjoyed collecting baseball cards and playing cards with family and friends.
He was predeceased by his parents; his sister, Lucille Thibodeau and brother, Greg Davis.
He is survived by daughter, Christine Fontaine and husband Ted; son, Keith Davis, wife Magda; grandchildren, Mariah Bryant and fiancé, Richard Shibles, Nicolas Fontaine and Mckenzie Davis; great-grandchildren, Reed and Walker; brothers Gilbert Willette and David Davis; sisters Colleen Willette Rezendes and Rhonda Levine; brother-in-law, Stephen Thibodeau.
A graveside service will be held on Friday, September 27, 2024, at 1 p.m., at St. Francis Cemetery, in Waterville.
LEON A. DUFF
VASSALBORO – Leon A. Duff, 89, of Vassalboro, passed passed away on Monday, September 9, 2024. Lee was born on June 5, 1935, at his homestead in East Hodgdon, to Maurice and Ruth Barton Duff and was the ninth of 10 children.
He graduated from Ricker Classical Institute in 1953 and went on to obtain a bachelor’s degree in education from Bob Jones University in 1957.
He started his career as a high school English teacher in New Haven, Connecticut, and eventually received a master’s degree and post master’s certificate in Education Administration from the University of Connecticut.
Lee was passionate about education and worked his way through the ranks to eventually become assistant superintendent at Amity Regional School District and then superintendent of schools in Woodbury and Bethlehem, Connecticut.
In 1984, he moved his family back to Maine where he spent 17 years as superintendent of schools for Winslow, Vassalboro and China, and retired in 2001 after 44 years in education.
Lee was an active member of Winslow Congregational Church and spent much of his retirement volunteering his services to United Way, Kennebec Behavioral Health, and Hospice Volunteers of the Waterville Area. He was an avid racquetball player and known for his quick wit, dry humor and sage advice. He loved to play cribbage and was a fierce competitor during outdoor family horseshoes and washers tournaments. Family fun was always on the agenda, but not until the work was done.
He was ready with a chore or project as soon as help arrived. He was generous, kind and giving. When he saw or heard of a need, he offered help and guidance. He shared stories and wisdom with family, friends, colleagues and acquaintances. He made a difference for many people. Lee once said “As long as I am able, I want to make a difference and that’s the bottom line.” And that is truly how he lived his life.
Lee is survived by his wife Barbara; children Bruce and (Leslie) Duff, of Plain City, Ohio, Suzanne and (Chuck) Rogers, of Colchester, Connecticut, Kathryn and (Robby) Pelotte, of Hallowell, Maury and (Pennie) Duff, of Brewer, and Emelia and (Patrick) Strainge, of Woolwich; 10 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren with two more on the way.
He was predeceased by his first wife, Ann Barnes Duff; his parents; and five siblings.
A Celebration of Life will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, October 12, 2024, at Winslow Congregational Church, 12 Lithgow St., in Winslow.
Memorial gifts may be made to Maine General Homecare and Hospice, in gratitude for their kind and compassionate care in Lee’s final weeks.
DAVID A. STEVENSON
VASSALBORO – David A. Stevenson, D.M.A., 72, of Vassalboro, passed away on Friday, September 13, 2024. Born in Mars Hill on January 20, 1952, David lived most of his life in Unity and Vassalboro.
He was a devoted father who loved taking his family on epic road trips around the U.S. each summer, which eventually turned into international travel with his wife. He particularly looked forward to their February vacations in Saint Maarten and fondly remembered their trek across El Camino de Santiago de Compostela. David was quite the Renaissance man; this unassuming guy was incredibly handy and could replace a head gasket while giving instructions on how to do it in Spanish, build anything from custom cabinets to canoes, plumb and wire a house, plow and maintain fields with an antique tractor, and more.
In retirement, he embraced ‘slowing down’ by helping build his daughter a new house and growing fields of pumpkins with his grandchildren to sell and contribute to their college funds. Few things made him happier than watching his grandchildren play sports and perform in recitals.
David was a music teacher for 42 years, primarily at Mt. View High School, in Thorndike, where he was known by his many students as Stevo. In addition to teaching, he arranged and composed many of the pieces his students sang, planned an international tour each April vacation for the Chamber Singers, wrote and ran the annual Olde Tyme Radio Hour variety show, and conducted the Kennebec Valley Chordsmen. Dedicated to his craft, David received his Doctor of Musical Arts from Boston University and had numerous compositions published under various pen names. Despite these accomplishments, he was perhaps best known for his quiet strength and humility.
David was predeceased by his parents, Dana P. and Madeline Dickey Stevenson. He is survived by his wife of 46 years, Sonia; his daughter Jen; his son Anthony and wife Sarah, their three children, Manny, Lucia, and Violet; his sister Paula Young and husband Dana Turcotte; his brother Jeff Stevenson and wife Brenda; his extensive Zepeda family; and many nieces and nephews.
A celebration of life will be held at 2 p.m., on Sunday, November 3, 2024, at the China Lake Conference Center, 255 Neck Rd., China, ME 04358; all are welcome.
In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to a charity of your choice.
LUCIEN VEILLEUX
WATERVILLE – Lucien Veilleux passed away Sunday, September 15, 2024. Lucien was born on Thanksgiving morning November 30, 1933. He was the middle child of John and Josephine Veilleux, in Waterville.
He graduated from Waterville High School in 1951. He enjoyed sports, especially baseball and candlepin bowling. He was an avid fan of the Boston Red Sox and the New England Patriots.
He joined the U.S. Air Force in April 1952 and served in Japan during the Korean Conflict. He was selected as “Airman of the Month” by Stars and Stripes magazine. In April 1954, he was promoted to Senior Airman to be in charge of the machine shop, with the rank of NCIOC. He was discharged in March 1956 and while attending Southern Maine Vocational-Technical Institute (SMVTI), in Portland, he met Glennis Bubier. They courted for three years and were married on April 4, 1959. They were blessed with three children, Kevin, Garrett and Karen.
Lucien was proprietor of Veilleux’s Meat Market, on Sherwin Street, in Waterville, from 1958 to 1967. Then he went onto work at Laverdiere’s Super Drug Stores, as manager, in the Waterville area for 26 years until they sold to Rite- Aid in 1995.
Lucien is survived by his wife of 65 years, Glennis; children, Kevin, Garrett and Karen; his brother Roland, of Skowhegan; his sister Vernette Dechaine, of Statesboro, Georgia; and many nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his parents, John and Josephine Veilleux; brother Leonel Veilleux;and his wife Bernly; his sister Jeannette Bourgoin and her husband Roland; his sister-in-law Everlyn Veilleux; his brother-in-law Roland Dechaine; his mother and father-in-law, Dorothy and Richard Bubier; brother-in-law Clarance (Sonny) Bubier; two sisters-in-law, Delores Leveque and husband John and Connie Wood and husband Harold.
A Mass of Christian Burial was held Tuesday, September 24, at Notre Dame Catholic Church, Silver Street, Waterville. The burial will be in Maplewood Cemetery, Fairfield.
Obituary was primarily written by Lucien himself.
Services are in the care of Veilleux-Redington-Lawry Brothers Funeral Home, Elm Street, Waterville, Maine. Please visit http://www.vrlfuneralhome.com to view the memorial page and sign the on-line guest book.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Humane Society Waterville Area, 100 Webb Rd., Waterville, ME 04901.
CHRISTINE E. DePROFIO
WINDSOR – Christine E. DeProfio, 60, passed away Wednesday, September 18, 2024, at her home. She was born December 26, 1963, a daughter of Francis “George” and Helen (Yoe) Schuessler.
Christine grew up in Waltham, Massachusetts, where she graduated from high school in the class of 1982.
On September 8, 1984, she married Joseph DeProfio and the two made their home in Windsor and raised two sons, Christopher and Steven.
Christine worked for Digital Corporation, in Augusta, later known as SCI and was employed for the last 21 years by UnitedHealthcare. In 2005, she graduated from Kennebec Valley Community College, in Fairfield, with an associate degree in Medical Transcription. Christine was an avid reader who enjoyed going to the beach and shopping. She will be remembered for her selfless nature and down to earth personality.
She was predeceased by her parents; and her brother, George Schuessler and his wife, Deborah.
Christine is survived by her husband of 40 years, Joseph DeProfio; her sons Christopher DeProfio and his wife Chelsea, and Steven DeProfio and his wife, Elizabeth Penrose; grandson, 18-month-old Lucas DeProfio; her siblings, Linda Dodwell and her husband Thomas, Karen Cutler and her husband Ralph, and Paula Serrentino and her husband Phillip; as well as many nieces and nephews.
A funeral service was held at 2 p.m., on Monday, September 23, at Plummer Funeral Home, 983 Ridge Rd., Windsor, ME 04363.
Condolences, stories and photos may be shared by visiting http://www.plummerfh.com.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Christine’s name may be made to Alzheimer’s Association at https://www.alz.org/maine.
LETICIA F. BROWN
SIDNEY – Leticia F. Brown, 58, passed away on Thurssday, September 19, 2024, following a long battle with cancer.
Leticia Brown dedicated 22 years of exemplary service to MaineGeneral Health. Leticia began her healthcare career as a medical transcriptionist at Mid-Maine Medical Center, in Waterville, in April 1994. In December 2000, she transitioned to MaineGeneral Health, taking on the role of Manager of Medical Transcription. As her career progressed, Leticia served as the Director of Health Information Management, Coding, and Transcription. Leticia retired from MaineGeneral Health on January 19, 2023, leaving behind a legacy of excellence, professionalism, and warmth.
Leticia will be remembered for her kindness and the care she showed everyone around her. She was particularly enthusiastic about helping those around her, especially her family and others suffering from cancer. Since 2014 Leticia participated in raising money in support of Team Hallowell for the Dempsey Challenge. Currently, she and her Lady Warriors are raising money for MaineGeneral’s “Day of Hope.”
Leticia is survived by her significant other, Terry Jacques, of Sidney; her two sons, Brandon Brown (his wife Ashley), of Oakland, and Ryan Brown, of California; her granddaughter, Maggie Hickey, of Oakland; her two brothers, Lyle Frost (his wife Cheryl), of Florida, and Wendall Frost (his wife Kay), of North Anson; her three sisters, Darlene Robbins, of Waterville, Melody Warren (her husband Terry), of Mercer, and Darla McGuire (her husband Peter), of Augusta.
She was predeceased by her parents Lyle and Arlene Frost; and her siblings Franklyn Frost, Arnold Frost, Melvin Frost, Sylvia Davis and Olene Hasson.
Leticia’s Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, September 28, from noon – 2 p.m., at the Augusta Elks Club.
Arrangements are entrusted to the compassionate care of Wheeler Funeral Home, located at 26 Church St., Oakland. Memories of Leticia can be shared, and an online register book can be signed by visiting http://www.wheelerfh.com
In lieu of flowers, Leticia invites you to donate to her fundraising page for the charity online at https://tinyurl.com/LeticiaBrown
JEANNETTE V. CURTIS
WATERVILLE – Jeannette Veronica Michaud Curtis, 93, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 15, 2024, at her home in Waterville. Jeannette was born on December 5, 1930, in Waterville, and is the daughter of Joseph E. Michaud of Saint-Isadore, Québec, Canada, and Hermoza V. Michaud (Gilbert), of Waterville. She graduated from Waterville High School with the class of 1948.
After graduation, Jeannette was employed by Spring Brook Ice and Fuel Co., in Waterville, while patiently waiting for her high school sweetheart, Keith M. Curtis, to return to Waterville from his U.S. Navy deployments.
On May 16,1953, she married Keith, the endearing love of her life. Over the next three years, Jeannette and Keith were blessed with three children, Kathy, Scott and Craig.
After living in Waterville and then Brunswick, they left Maine and moved to Wappingers Falls, New York, where they raised their children until they graduated from college. Jeannette was a stay-at-home nurturing mother and beloved wife. She was the quintessential homemaker, managing all aspects of the family. She instilled in her three children the importance of family life, unconditional love, and the values of hard work, commitment, respect, gratitude and integrity.
In 1989, Jeannette and Keith moved back to Waterville, their “home-sweet-home”. They found their dream home and settled down to enjoy their retirement, family, friends and their life together. It was a special time for them. Jeannette enjoyed several hobbies, including baking, reading, gardening, basket weaving, puzzle making, and over 30 years of team and doubles bowling. She was a very talented seamstress, creating beautiful outfits and home decor for herself, family, and friends. She was always happy to assist when someone needed tailoring or alterations.
Jeannette looked forward to summer vacations at Moosehead Lake where the family went for many years. She loved boating, swimming, canoeing, cooking four-course meals campside and watching sunrises and sunsets with Keith, and connecting with old friends each year. After she and Keith became empty-nesters, and even into their 80s, they continued trips to the lake, preferring the rustic lifestyle of a campground over an amenity-filled cabin. They enjoyed nature and being outdoors and they truly perfected their art of camping.
Jeannette’s beautiful love story with Keith was put on hold when he passed away in 2023. After more than 70 years together, the loss she felt was unimaginable, leaving a void in her heart. She will be remembered as a kind, friendly, loyal, devoted, and courageous woman, a woman who loved her husband and family unconditionally, a woman who would reach out to help friends and neighbors.
Jeannette was predeceased by her husband of 70 years, Keith Merle Curtis; her parents, Joseph E. Michaud and Hermoza V. Michaud; her three sisters, Gertrude Michaud, Germaine Alice Michaud Orloff, and Marie Michaud Lacombe, and a brother, Joseph Michaud.
She is survived by her three children, Kathy L. Curtis-Hernandez RN and her spouse, Gus Hernandez, of Scottsdale Arizona, Dr. Scott K. Curtis DVM, of Winslow, and Dr. Craig W. Curtis MD and his spouse, Sande Curtis NP, of Dedham; her younger brother, Harold Michaud and his spouse, Stephanie, of Shrewsbury, Massachusetts; her sister-in-law, Elizabeth King Michaud, of Waterville; her five grandchildren, Justin Curtis Jenkins and his spouse, Andrew Foster Shi, of Los Angeles California, Dr. Kimberly J. Curtis PhD and her spouse, Ian McDonnell, of Marlborough Massachusetts, Ethan S. Curtis, of Winslow, Dr. Kyle E. Curtis MD and his spouse Erika Curtis, of Farmington, Marcis I. Curtis, of Dedham; and a great-granddaughter, Eloise Curtis.
A public graveside memorial service will be held for Jeannette and her husband, Keith, at St. Francis Catholic Cemetery, 78 Grove St., Waterville, on Saturday October 5, 2024, at 11 a.m. Immediately following the memorial service, a reception and Celebration of Life will be held for Jeannette at the Best Western Plus Grand Hotel, 375 Main St., in Waterville.
Arrangements are in the care of Veilleux-Redington-Lawry Brothers Funeral Home, 8 Elm St., Waterville ME 04901. Memories may be shared and an online registry book may be signed by visiting: vrlfuneralhome.com
Others Departed
PETER A. LOCKHART
AUBURN – Peter Alan Lockhart, 70, of Auburn, husband of Lisa (Agurkis) Lockhart, passed away. They married on a beautiful day in China, on June 4, 2004. Peter was a courageous man with many health conditions until his passing.
His love for Lisa was unconditional with many happy trips around the state and special time with his grandchildren. He had a love of the Boston Red Sox and the New England Patriots as well as hunting at his families camp in Palermo.
Peter graduated from Erskine Academy, in South China, in 1971, and graduated from Washington Community Technical School, in Calais, for electrical construction, working beside his father in the electrical business before going to work at Bath Iron Works for 17 years as a marine electician and finally worked at Ace Security before becoming disabled.
Peter was predeased by his father Frank and Mother Marian (Hopkins) Lockhart, of China, and his uncles Donald and aunts Liesel Lockhart and Lloyd and (Isabel) Lockhart.
Peter is survived by his wife Lisa; his three sons, Justin (Stephanie) Lockhart, Jeremy (Krystle) Lockhart and Travis Lockhart; his brother Roger (Mary) Lockhart Sr., of China; nephew Roger (J.R) and (Stacy) Lockhart, Jr., and their children, Gwen and Owen, of China; niece Sarah and Jay Pucci, of South Carolina; and grandchildren, Hayden, Hunter, Piper Lockhart, Josh and Tyler Wilde, and Trent Poulin; great-grandchildren, Schyloh, Emmit and Leo; cousins Donald and (Robin)Lockhart, of South Carolina, Sandy and (Dominick) Lupichino, of Connecticut, Eunice and (Bob) Johnson, Everett and ( Debbie) Lockhart, all of Connecticut, Barry and Gail Mitchell, of China, and Cindy (Jim) Hart, of China, Carol Ann (Terry) Cusick, of Gardiner; mother in-law Priscilla Agurkis; sister and brother in-law Stephanie Agurkis, and Briggs Seekins.
A Celebration of Life will be on Friday, October 4, 2024, at China Baptist Church, in China, at 2 p.m. Refreshments to follow in the Vestry.
Donations can be sent to The American Kidney Foundation in Peter’s name.
MARC J. LaPOINTE
ANDERSON, Indiana – Marc Joseph LaPointe, 61, of Anderson, Indiana, formerly of Oakland, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, September 19, 2023, in Anderson, Indiana. Marc was born in Hartford, Connecticut, son of the late Leo George LaPointe, and is survived by his mother, Carole (Ferland) Pouliot and her husband, Ken Pouliot.
Marc had lived in Maine most of his life before relocating to Anderson, Indiana. He worked in Anderson for Two Guys and A Truck for the better part of 27 years as a mover. Marc enjoyed his job and the co-workers that became like family to him. Marc was a people person and every person in the world, to him, was just a friend he hadn’t met yet and one he could share his jokes with.
He leaves behind two sons, Shaun Evans and his wife Tabatha Evans, of Cookeville, Tennessee, and Joe Evans and his wife Brittany Evans, of Bloomington Springs, Tennessee; his brother, Raymond LaPointe, of Waterville; his sisters, Sue LaPointe, of Augusta, and Carolyn (LaPointe) MacKeil and her husband Mark MacKeil, of Peachtree City, Geogia; and several nieces.
EVERT FOWLE
LANCASTER, Massachusetts – Evert Fowle, of Lancaster, Massachusetts, passed away at his home on Saturday, September 14, 2024, following a 10-month fight against cancer. He was born in Cambridge, Massachusetts, to the late Evert and Cellen Fowle and grew up in Lexington, Massachusetts, where he graduated from Lexington High School in 1975.
Evert was an avid Boston sports fan, with a particular love for the Red Sox. Evert developed a lifelong love for travel with his family on road trips across the country and on adventures through Europe. He graduated from Macalester College in 1979 and Syracuse Law School in 1984.
After law school, Evert moved to Central Maine and began his career as a prosecutor working for David Crook, who became a lifelong mentor and friend. For 27 years, he served Kennebec and Somerset counties in the District Attorney’s Office, his last 10 years as the District Attorney. He devoted his career to helping victims and seeking justice for the people of Maine. His work went beyond the four corners of being a prosecutor. He strived to lower recidivism by co-founding Kennebec’s Co-Occurring Disorders Court in 2005 and the Veterans’ Treatment Court in 2011. Later that year, the governor swore Evert in as a District Court Judge. He spent much of his time on the bench presiding in Newport, Belfast, and Augusta.
Evert met his wife Lori in 1986 and the two were married in 1990. They moved to Vassalboro where they raised their three children. Like all other facets of his life, Evert parented his children by leading by example. He cultivated their curiosity by reading them books and being a lifelong reader. He showed them how to live a full life by living one himself, through attending symphonies, “Sox” games and community events. He did all of this while keeping a balanced checkbook. He could tell a good story, but was an even better listener, especially when his family wanted to tell him about their day.
In retirement, Evert and Lori divided their time between Maine and Florida before moving to Massachusetts in 2022. He enjoyed exploring and hiking with Hayden. For the last six years, Evert and Lori traveled around the country with friends and family joining them in places ranging from southern California to Vail, Colorado, to Jekyll Island, Georgia, to Prince Edward Island, Canada.
Evert leaves behind his wife, Lori; their three children, Evert, Hayden, and Morgan; daughter-in-law, Alyssa; and granddaughter, Sutton; his three siblings, Cellen Wolk, Jef Fowle, and Janet Fowle.
A memorial service will be held in Hallowell, at Maple Hill Farm Inn and Conference Center, on Sunday, October 6, 2024, at 2 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the following organizations serving Kennebec and Somerset counties: https://www.familyviolenceproject.org/ and https://www.silentnomore.org/how-we-help.html.
STEPHEN W. FOSS
CANAAN – Stephen Wayne Foss, 76, of Canaan, originally from China, passed away peacefully Thursday afternoon September 12, 2024. “Butch”, as he was affectionately known, was born in Waterville, on August 25, 1948, to Bernard and Catherine Foss.
Stephen will be remembered for many accomplishments. After graduating high school in 1966, Stephen enlisted into the United States Air Force. Where he was deployed in 1967 to fight in the Vietnam War. He served until 1972.
In 1972 – 1977, Stephen went to serve in the United States Navy where he was stationed in Europe.
From 1977 – 1991, Stephen transitioned to the United States Army Reserves, 1125th U.S. Army Hospital, in Bangor. From 1989 – 1990, Stephen was stationed in Panama to provide reinforcement to the hospital during the Noriega Conflict. In 1991, Stephen was then deployed to Desert Storm assigned to the 1st Engineer Battalion, 1st Infantry Division – “Big Red 1” – which led the ground invasion into Iraq.
From 1991 – 1995, Stephen moved into the Army Individual Ready Reserve. From 1995 – 1997, Stephen finished his 31-year military career at the 133RD Battalion Maine Army National Guard as an E6, staff sergeant. Throughout this career, Stephen served as a Combat Medic.
In his normal life, Stephen was a certified Nurses Aid (CNA), Certified EMT and then went onto becoming a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). Stephen had worked at Pleasant Hill Nursing Home before he went on to work at AMHI, now known as Riverview Psychiatry Hospital, in Augusta, which he retired from.
Stephen was a volunteer First Responder at the Canaan Fire Department along with being a medical officer part time at the old Somerset County Jail, in Skowhegan. He then went to work part time at Genesis Oak Grove Center, Waterville.
Stephen was also a USATF-Maine National Level Certified Official who specialized in Weights and Measures. His other caveats were officiating throwing events. Being a USATF-Maine National Level Certified Official, Stephen could officiate most events but maintained SME (subject matter expert) in Weights and Measures.
He is survived by his wife Valaree JL Foss; his daughter Stefanie L. Foss; his son-in-law Chris Foster; his sister Doreen Casabona; his grandson Ian Norton; many nieces, nephews.
He was predeceased by his first daughter Tavi J. Norton who recently passed herself in 2021.
Funeral service will be held on Sunday, September 29, 2024, at 1 p.m., at the Skowhegan Federated Church, 13 Island Ave, Skowhegan, followed by a graveside interment, 3 p.m., Fairview Cemetery, Hartland Road, Canaan. Finger foods and beverages provided after at the Carrabassett Masonic Lodge, 21 Oak Pond Road, Skowhegan. The Masonic Lodge is 1.7 miles from the cemetery.
Please visit Stephen’s memorial page at https://dsfuneral.com/obituaries/stephen-foss where condolences, photos, and special memories may be shared.
MURIEL O. M. DOUCETTE
SOUTH CHINA – Muriel Olsson Mann Doucette, 92, passed away on Friday, September 20, 2024. She was born in Newport, Rhode Island, on October 30, 1931, to Germaine Olsson Frederick and William Frederick.
She lost both parents at the tender age of 2-1/2 and was raised and later adopted by her maternal grandparents, Capt. Neil and Irene Olsson, of East Skowhegan, on a large dairy farm that comprised a large portion of Eaton Mt.
She graduated a top ten student of the 1949 Class at Skowhegan High School. She was a quite active actor and singer there and wore the crowns of Grange Poultry Queen and Apple Queen and was a Lady in Waiting at her Senior Prom. It was written in her year book “ She likes to act and likes to sing, but above all, she likes to smile”.
She went on to marry and had three beautiful children. They were the bright light in
her life. As the children grew she decided to go back to work outside the home. After passing many state exams for different positions, she went to work for the State Dept. of Transportation where she worked for 30 years, starting as a clerk/typist and eventually becoming chief accountant.
With her beloved husband Howard, they owned cottages at Belgrade lakes and Bottle Lake, in Lakeville Plantation. The enjoyed fishing on Junior Lake and going through the channels at West Grand Lake. Beautiful Salmon were quite plentiful and they enjoyed many a tall tale of who caught the biggest fish.
Her last home was in South China and here she would find a perfect outlet for her passion of gardening, flowers and bird watching. She was always improving the landscape around her and stayed quite active until a major back operation in 1977 slowed her down, but just a bit. She surely loved her country home.
She is survived by her three children, sons Larry Mann and partner Rene Veilleux, of Auburn, and Gary Mann and wife Tina, of East Winthrop; and daughter Margaret DeGroff, of Riverside, California; step-son Thomas Doucette and wife Colleen, of Windsor; and step-daughter Cheryl and husband Doug Clary, of Vassalboro; grandchildren Carrie and Alice DeGroff, of California, Jacob Mann and Katy Mann, both of Winthrop, and Jason Mann; four great-grandchildren and several step-great-grandchildren.
A Mass of Christian burial will be held on Thursday, September 26, 2024, at 10 a.m., at Notre Dame du Perpetual Secours, 116 Silver St., Waterville, ME 04901. Burial will follow at 1 p.m., at Mount Pleasant Catholic Cemetery, 449 Ohio St., Bangor, ME 04401, where she will be laid to rest with her husband.
Donations may be made in her name to the American Diabetes Association, or The Kennebec Valley Humane Society.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Plummer Funeral Home, 16 Pleasant St., Augusta, ME 04330.
Memories and condolences may be shared with the family by visiting www.plummerfh.com.
by Roland D. Hallee
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submitted by Rebecca Hapgood
