PATRICIA D. CHASE SMITH

SARASOTA, Florida – Patricia D. (Blaisdell) Chase Smith, 66, died Monday September 5, 2022, in Sara­sota, Florida. She was born on December 21, 1955, in Waterville, the seventh child born to the late Reginald and Pauline (Vigue) Blaisdell.

Pat attended Waterville public schools, where she paused her education in eighth grade to go to work and help provide for her brothers and sisters at home. Knowing the importance of her education , she went back and completed both her GED and her CNA in 1975. Pat worked at various jobs over the years from nursing homes to waiting tables, from call centers to bird hatcheries. She made friends at every job she held as she loved to talk and always wanted to be family with every friend she made.

On August 22, 1981, she married the late Kenneth “Kenny” L. Chase Jr.. They enjoyed 32 years together, raising a family, camping, attending NASCAR races around the country and watching their grandchildren grow until Kenny’s passing in 2013.

Pat was lucky to find love again with William “Bill” Smith. They were married on June 4, 2016. They would spend their time traveling between their combined homes in Maine, Florida, and Bill’s family camp in Pennsylvania. She loved meeting Bill’s family and welcomed them into her own.

Pat is survived by her husband William “Bill” Smith, of Sarasota, Florida; her daughter January and husband Jason, of Clinton; her granddaughters Jorja and Jenna; her bonus daughter Lisa and husband Larry; her siblings Reggie, Carol, Roger, Ronnie, Barbara, Mike, Brenda, Al and Donnie; and many nieces and nephews.

She was predeceased by her parents Reginald and Pauline; her husband Kenny, her sister Joyce and her brothers-in-law Ron, Paul and David.

Services were held on Monday September 26, 2022, at the China Baptist Church, 38 Causeway Rd., China, with a graveside burial immediately following at St. Francis Catholic Cemetery, 78 Grove St., Waterville.

CAROL M. RUNDLETT

ALBION – Carol Marie Rundlett (nee Leck), 84, passed away on Friday, September 9, 2022, at MaineGeneral Medical Center, in Augusta. She was born in Meridan, Connecticut, daughter of Edward and Lillian Leck. She went to Wagner College, in Staten Island, New York, where she met her husband, David Rundlett, of 63 years.

Carol was the Director of Academic Resources at CW Post Long Island University for 20 years where she loved helping disabled students achieve their dreams of getting a college degree. She retired and she and her husband moved to Albion, in 2001. She will forever be cherished and remembered by her family and friends.

Carol is survived by her children Deborah Hicks, of Corinna, Richard Rundlett, of Memphis, Tennessee, and Jonathan Rundlett, of Davidsonville, Maryland; six grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren; and her brother in Lakewood, Colorado.

A memorial was held on September 12, and she was buried in Libby Hill Cemetery, in Albion.

LEONARD D. POULIN SR.

WINSLOW – Leonard Douglas Poulin, Sr., 81, passed away in his workshop on Wednesday, September 14, 2022. Leonard was born on December 15, 1940, and lived in Winslow his entire life.

He graduated from Winslow High School in 1959 and married Yvette Lachance, his high school sweetheart, on September 2, 1963. They had just celebrated their 59th wedding anniversary. Doug and Yvette were lifelong parishioners and generous supporters of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, in Winslow.

After high school, Doug joined the Air National Guard Reserve, serving for six years and graduated from Maine Vocational Technical Institute with a degree in building construction. In his early 20s he began his career with the Maine Department of Transportation where he worked as a civil engineer and superintendent until his retirement. He worked on and supervised many road and bridge projects throughout his career, notably the creation of portions of Maine Interstate-95 and the Donald Carter Memorial Bridge, connecting Waterville and Winslow. His years of career experience allowed him to sit and pass the State of Maine Professional Engineer License Exam in 1993.

Doug and Yvette were real estate investors right from the beginning of their marriage. They built their home on Marie Street, in Winslow, and went on to own and operate over 40 rental units in addition to having full-time careers and two children.

After retirement, Doug could be found at his 300-acre woodlot where he and his brother, Mike, spent countless hours harvesting, cutting and splitting firewood that he shared with his family to heat their homes. At the same time, his woodlot served as a multi-use recreation area for his family where they all enjoyed the miles of trails he built throughout to camp, hunt, walk, snowshoe and enjoy nature. He and Yvette loved 4-wheeling to their favorite spot by the brook to picnic or just sit and enjoy its quietude.

His greatest satisfaction in life came from spending time with his extended family and many friends. His daily schedule revolved around his “meetings” at The 107, McDonalds, and his shop solving all the town and world problems. He continued to keep in touch with co-workers and friends from the Maine DOT and from his high school class. He particularly loved seeing his children, grandchildren, great-granddaughter and all their cousins and friends swimming in the backyard pool that he worked so hard to maintain every summer since 1974.

For many years after retirement, he could be found in his garage “man cave” reading, watching television, and welcoming his many visitors. He always had special treats ready for both visiting children and pets. He was a “demon” at playing cribbage and did it every Wednesday for years with his brother, Mike, a game he first learned to enjoy as a lifelong member of the Waterville Elks Lodge.

He was a generous father, neighbor and friend always anticipating our needs and making sure they were met or would lend a hand. During winter snowstorms, after plowing all his family’s driveways, if he saw that town plows had blocked the end of his neighbors’ driveways, he would always be sure plow those, too.

Leonard was predeceased by his parents, Joseph Noel Laurier Poulin and Yvette Ferland Poulin.

He is survived by his wife Yvette (Lachance) Poulin; his children Leonard Poulin, Jr. and partner Laurie Allen; his daughter Leslie Wilson and husband Ian; grandchildren Joshua, Jorja, and Liam Poulin; great-granddaughter Harper Poulin; his brothers and their wives, Warren and Patricia Poulin, Michael and Madeline Poulin, and Tom and Roberta Poulin; and his sisters-in-law Lucille Roy and Juliette Akins.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Thursday, September 29, 2022, at 10 a.m., at St. John the Baptist Church, in Winslow, with a Celebration of Life at the Waterville Elks Lodge immediately following.

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

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at http://www.VeilleuxFuneralHome.com for the Poulin family.

DOROTHY MORRISSETTE

SIDNEY – Dorothy Morrissette, 91, passed away Thursday, September 15, 2022, at MaineGeneral Medical Center, in Augusta, following a period of failing health. She was born in Waterville, March 23, 1931.

She graduated from Waterville High School in 1949. She was married to Donald A. Morrissette for 40 years until his passing in 1993. They spent many happy years on Snow Pond, in Sidney, and then were fortunate to be able to retire and enjoy warmer winters in Florida. After Don’s passing, she continued to travel to Florida, and spent the happiest times of her life there among many wonderful friends at Plantation Landing, in Haines City. She took up golf (at age 60!) and played two and three times a week. She had the fondest memories of those times and spoke of them often.

She is survived by her only child, Donna Witham and her husband David, of Sidney; her grandson Kevin Foye, of Oakland; and two great-grandsons, Corey Foye, of Portland, and Collin Foye, of Gardiner, sons of the late Tim Foye who passed away in 2009.

She didn’t want any funeral service and will be buried at the Veterans Cemetery, on Civic Center Drive, in Augusta. No date has been set.

Her care is being handled by Gallant Funeral Home of Waterville and Gracelawn Memorial Park in Auburn.

CURTIS C. CARR

CLINTON – Curtis C. Carr, 50, passed away on Tuesday, September 13, 2022, at Eastern Maine Medical Center, in Bangor. He was born December 29, 1971, in Waterville.

He grew up in Oakland. He was a current resident of Clinton.

He was predeceased by his parents, Melvin Carr and “Skeets” Marie Carr, of Oakland; also by many uncles and aunts.

He is survived by his uncle Leo Gauthier and many Gauthier cousins; “his sisters from another mister”, Denielle ONeal, her partner Mike Mea, of Winslow, Alisha Simpson and her son Alex Simpson, of Skowhegan.; and his domestic partner Rebecca Day, of Clinton.

Curtis worked for Levi’s Paving Company for 10-plus years. He enjoyed fishing, cornhole, puzzles, scratch tickets, and watching football.

A graveside ceremony will be held at 11 a.m., on Saturday, October 15, 2022, at the Lewis Cemetery, in Oakland. Followed by a celebration of life at noon, at the Oakland American Legion Post #51.

BASIL U. GRANT

WATERVILLE – Basil Upton Grant, 85, passed away of age related illnesses, peacefully, at home on Thursday, September 15, 2022. Basil was born May 5, 1937, in Houlton, to Basil F. Grant and Audrey Upton Grant. Basil was the grandson of Dr. and Mrs. George Upton, of Sherman.

Basil married Susan Bradbury Grant on October 4, 1964, in Bridgewater, spending 57 years together as husband and wife.

Basil was affectionately known as “Sonny” to his family and friends growing up because he was such a happy child.

Basil graduated Houlton High School in 1955 and attended Ricker College, and then the University of Maine, getting his degree in education in 1959. In 1959 Basil commenced his passion for teaching at Bridgewater Classical Academy. In 1966 Basil obtained his master’s degree in education (biology) from the University of Oregon. In September 1966 Basil was hired as an educator at Waterville Senior High School where he worked until his retirement in 1998.

In 1972 Basil was recognized as the Maine Outstanding Biology Teacher of the Year by the National Association of Biology Teachers and the Fourth Maine Environmental Congress at Bowdoin College. Basil gave countless hours of his time to his students, especially enjoying teaching his advance placement students genetics with fruit fly experiments.

In the community Basil was a 50-year member of the Waterville Kiwanis service organization. In 1972 Basil organized and created the local Key Club Chapter, associated with the Kiwanis Club and Waterville Senior High School. In 1986 he was recognized as the Key Club New England Advisor of the Year, an accomplishment made possible by the nomination from his son Steve, the New England Key Club Lieutenant Governor.

Basil’s family was everything to him. Basil enjoyed attending his grandchildren’s events from everything from soccer, to dance, to gymnastics. His real love was traveling with his wife, children, grandchildren and friends. Basil loved going to London and Hawaii and everywhere in between.

He is survived by his wife Susan Grant; his children Brad Grant and wife Laurel, of Winslow, Steve Grant and his wife Stephanie, of Keller, Texas; five grandchildren David Grant, Susan Grant, Colton Grant, Lauren Grant and Taylor Grant; his niece Robbie Myers and her husband Gary; great-niece Trina Morris and her daughter Sophia.

A celebration of life will take place in the future.

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

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Waterville Kiwanis Club by contacting Bart Stevens at barton@c21nason.com.

RODNEY E. THERIAULT

WATERVILLE – Rodney Eugene Theriault, 56, passed awayFriday, September 16, 2022, at the Pines unit of Graybirch Longterm Care facility, in Augusta, from complications due to diabetes.

Rodney was born in Waterville on December 13, 1965, the youngest son of Larry and Colette Theriault, and lived at the Theriault home on Summer Street until his health forced him to move to Graybirch in 2020.

Rodney was a plumber and heating technician most of his adult life, working for many different companies, but he was most proud that he was a self-employed technician, operating Rodney’s Oil Burner Service for several years. He had a growing clientele of friends, family, and many loyal customers that he accrued over his career. Some gave him honey and other goodies because of his friendly and dependable service.

Rodney was a huge New England sports fan, especially when it came to the Red Sox, Patriots and especially the Bruins. He spent many hours in the off-season watching Bruins classic games and reruns. He had a Bergeron jersey hanging in his living room year-round so that it was there when there was a Bruins game on TV. He also enjoyed watching the classic shows like Hogan’s Heroes and John Wayne movies, but sports were his true love.

Rodney was an avid painter, with much of his work hanging around the Pines halls and family rooms. Rodney was a self-taught artist. He learned by watching many hours of Bob Ross videos and going to sidewalk art shows. He especially loved to do outdoor scenes like rivers, waterfalls, mountains, and cabins.

Rodney earned the nickname Pew from his siblings at a very young age, based on the cartoon character Pepe La Pew. Pew was well known to be a very slow and non-excitable animal, and this fit Rodney’s personality perfectly. His siblings always teased him that he would never be on time for anything, and his mother would tell him that dinner would be served at 5:00 if she wanted to serve it at 6:00. Even with that extra hour he would still be late. If Rodney told you he would be over to clean your furnace on Tuesday – look for him on Thursday.

Rodney was predeceased by his parents Larry and Colette.

He is survived by his brothers, Joe Theriault and his wife Celeste, Danny Theriault and wife Vicky, and Patrick Theriault; as well as his sister Cathy Taylor and husband Dan; niece Danielle Woods (Jesse), and nephews Eric Theriault (Kristina) and Dustin Taylor (Sara); great-nephews Wyatt Taylor, Caden Woods, and Emmitt Theriault; great-nieces Sophia Taylor, Olive Theriault and Atley Woods.

A graveside service was held at St. Francis Cemetery on Tuesday, September 27, 2022.

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

DONALD W. CARRIER

SIDNEY – Donald W. Carrier, 78, passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday, September 17, 2022. Donald was born in Piopolis, Canada, on September 10, 1944. He was the son of the late Joseph Carrier and Jeannette Fortier Carrier and is one of 15 brothers and sisters.

Donald moved to Maine where he met his wife, Geatane, of 57 years, and had two children, Roger and Michelle. They lived in Augusta until 1984 when, after building his own home, they moved to Sidney were they have resided for the last 38 years.

Donald worked doing drywall for his brother-in-law at Jean Pepin Drywall for 30 years. He then started his own business. But for the last several years, Donald was working with his son, Roger, his two grandsons, Joshua and Tayler, and his brother, Julien.

Donald had a great sense of humor and always liked to have a good time. He enjoyed four wheeling with his son and grandsons, working in his yard and on his house with Geatane. He also enjoyed puttering around in his workshop, and loved helping people; he would always be there when ever needed, no matter the day or time, he was always there to lend a hand. Most of all, he was a loving family man and loved spending time with his wife, his son, his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Donald is survived by his wife, Geatane Carrier, of Sidney; his son, Roger Carrier and his wife, Suzette, of Augusta, along with their children, Justine DeSanctis and her husband, Mario DeSanctis, of Sidney, Joshua Carrier and his partner Kailee Nickerson, of Palermo, David Caldwell and his partner Elizabeth Piccone, of Augusta, and Tayler Carrier and his partner Delaney Russell, of Augusta; his four great-grandchildren, Mia and Antonio DeSanctis, Jameson Caldwell, and Joshua Carrier II; his brothers, Julien and his wife, Rolande, Ernest and his wife, Ginette, Benoit and his wife, Huguette, Raymond and his partner, Diane, Jean and his wife, Line, Francois and his wife, Sylviane, and Mario and his wife, Jocelyn; his sisters, Claire Pepin, Diane Breault, and Lorraine Rodrigue; several brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law; and several nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by his parents; his daughter, Michelle; his grandson, Matthew; his brother, Herman, his sister, Muriel Plante and his bother-in-law, Gerard, his sister, Olivetti Gauthier and his brother-in-law, Yvon, his sister, Jacinthe Lachance, his brother-in-law, Donat, his brother-in-law, Jean Paul Pepin,, and his brother-in-law, Lionel Breault.

Visiting hours will be held on Friday, September 30, from 6 to 8 p.m., at Plummer Funeral Home, 16 Pleasant St., Augusta.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 9 a.m., on Saturday, October 1, at St. Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church, Western Ave., Augusta.

Interment will follow at Holy Family Cemetery, Townsend Road, Augusta.

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

MICHELLE C. DUQUETTE

AUGUSTA – Michelle Cote Duquette, 55, of Augusta passed away peacefully at Maine General Medical Center, on Wednesday, September 21, 2022, following a lifelong battle with Mytonic Dystrophy.

After her graduation from Waterville High School, she was employed by Colby College, in Waterville, until her marriage. She then shared her time volunteering. In 2008, she received her nail certification from Capelli Institute and used those skills traveling to mursing homes and performing manicures for the residents. She enjoyed playing Bingo with her twin Melissa and mother.

Her memory for dates was phenomenal and she never missed an opportunity to reach out with a celebratory birthday wish or congratulations regarding special occasions. Michelle would spend the better part of three months painstakingly crafting candy gifts for relatives at the annual Cote Christmas Party.

She was brought up in Vassalboro and was a member of Corpus Christi parish, in Waterville/Winslow. After her marriage to Carl, they settled in Augusta and Michelle became a member of St. Michael Parish where she served as a Eucharistic Minister.

She was predeceased by her parents Marie (King) and Onezime Cote as well as her identical twin sister Melissa.

She is survived by her husband Carl Duquette; sisters-in law Catherine Duquette, Joan Bourgion and brothers-in law Eric and Thomas Duquette; as well as nephew Hayden and numerous cousins.

A Mass of Christian Burial was held on Wednesday, September 28, at Notre Dame Catholic Church, 116 Silver Street, Waterville.

Burial will follow in the St. Francis Catholic Cemetery, 78 Grove Street, Waterville.

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.

YVETTE BEGIN

WINSLOW – Yvette “Mary Rose” Begin, 98, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 21, 2022, at Lakewood Nursing Home, in Waterville. Yvette was born in Waterville to Francis and Alma (Morin) Reny in June 1924. She attended Waterville area schools.

In February 1946, after a brief courtship, she married the love of her life, Omer Begin. Together, they raised seven children.

Yvette was predeceased by her parents Francis and Alma; her husband Omer, brother Leo, sisters Cecile, Priscilla, and Gloria; and her son Bruce.

She is survived by her children Diane (Alan), David (Jenny), Ken (Susan), Mike (Hope), JoAnn (Ron), Jeff; daughter in-law Doralene “LuLu,”; and grandchildren Derek, Valerie, Cayce, Anna, Noah, Sara, Brian, Chris, Shannon, Amanda, Mike, Brandon, and Katie; as well as 23 great-grandchildren.

In her twilight years, she lived in Winslow with JoAnn and Ron in her cozy in-law apartment. She remained adamant about helping around the house and was never without sharp wit or humor. Yvette was an avid reader, enjoying dozens of books every year and keeping close track of all of them. She enjoyed making puzzles, playing Candy Crush, and was very competitive with family over games of Words with Friends. She looked forward to football every season and loved the Patriots. The Bucs, too, once Tom Brady took his talents to Tampa.

As her health declined, she took special joy in spending time with her children, and grandchildren who would often visit. She looked forward to afternoon coffee and sweets with JoAnn, visits with long-time family friend Tish, music listening sessions with Hope, and Wheel of Fortune with Brandon and Lindsay.

At her request, a private celebration of life will take place at a later date.

Arrangements are in the care of Lawry Brothers Funeral Home, 107 Main St., Fairfield where memories may be shared, and an online register book signed by visiting http://www.lawrybrothers.com.

NANCY A. SABAN

PALERMO – Nancy A. Saban, 84, of Palermo, passed away on Friday, August 19, 2022, in Palermo. She was born in Vassalboro, on August 15, 1938, to parents Herbert and Ferne Keller.

On May 14, 1955, she married the love of her life, Bernard Saban. Nancy stayed at home and raised her daughters and, later in life, worked in the kitchen at Erskine Academy, in South China, which she loved.

Nancy will be remembered for her warm kindness and loving spirit as well as her blue-ribbon pies and yummy doughnuts.

Nancy is survived by daughters Esther Riley, of Palermo, and Ann Marie Saban and her partner, Jeffrey Trask, of Pittston; granddaughters Brianna Riley and Beth Riley; grandson, Dylan Cook and his wife Brittany; and three great-grandchildren, Jaden, Liam and Adaline; sister, Linda Thompson and husband Shelton; brothers Dennis Keller and wife Miriam, Paul Keller and wife Sandy; many nieces, nephews and cousins; and her angels here on earth, Becky and Larry Casey, Jeff and Lauretta Grady and Eileen Grady.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Bernard; brother, Donald, sisters Hazel McCaslin and Hilda Randall; and nephews Dave and Chad McCaslin and Fred Saban.

A celebration of her life took place at the Palermo Christian Church, on Sunday, September 11.

Memories and condolences may be shared at ripostafh.com.

GLENN A. LEAVITT

WATERVILLE – Glenn A. Leavitt, 66, of Waterville, passed away  on Monday, August 22, 2022. Glenn was born on May 9, 1956 in Mil­linock­et to Richard and Shirley Leavitt.

He graduated from Waterville Senior High School in 1975.  He married Cynthia Williams Leavitt, his high school sweetheart, on June 22, 1974.

After graduating high school, he began working for Milton Vending, in Waterville, and then, for most of his career, he worked as a wine sales representative for Pine State Trading Co. These careers provided him the opportunity to do one of his favorite things, meet and talk with different people. He never forgot a name and always made everyone he met feel like they had been friends forever.

Glenn’s love for sports was passed on to his children at a very early age. Bruins, Red Sox, Celtics, Patriots (and even the Cowboys for a couple of years until he realized the error of his ways) were his favorite teams. He realized the important role sports played in children’s lives. So much so, that not only did he encourage his children to play every sport possible (although he may have regretted hockey and the 5 a.m. practices), but he also spent years volunteering his time to coach Waterville youth baseball, hockey and football.

Glenn’s love for community continued as he became a member of the Waterville Elks Lodge #905. He was an active and dedicated member becoming the Exalted Ruler from 2002-2003 and took every opportunity to help those in need. The parties, dances and comedy shows he organized to help raise funds for the Maine Children’s Cancer Program will be fondly remembered by all who attended.

Glenn’s favorite place to be was at the family camp in Benedicta, (Beno). He was never happier than when he was sitting by the campfire with family for hours, playing cribbage and frisbee with his grandchildren or telling stories from his childhood about the old homestead in Millinocket and “Little Italy”. Glenn was a loving and dedicated husband, father and grandfather who always made sure his family came first. His grandchildren were his pride and joy. He never missed an opportunity to brag about them. He loved going to his grandson’s baseball games, giving them all money to get ice cream on the way home and bringing them all to the Elks when they had events for children. His love, devotion, humor and larger than life personality will be greatly missed by all who knew him

Glenn is survived by his wife of 48 years, Cynthia, of Waterville; son, Chris and his wife, Lisa, of West Gardiner, son, Brandon and his wife, Alisa, of China, daughter, Bethany, of Waterville; sister, Deborah Colangelo, and her husband, Stephen Gilman, of Waterville; aunt, Dorothy “Dot” Howard, and her husband Frank, of Millinocket; uncle, Bruce Leavitt, and his wife, Paula, of Carmel; grandchildren Jaidyn, Zoey, Makayla and Reece; and many cousins, nieces, and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his father, Richard Leavitt, mother, Shirley Colangelo Leavitt; brothers, Keith Leavitt, David Leavitt, and Brian Leavitt.

A memorial service was held on September 11, at the Pleasant Street United Methodist Church, 61 Pleasant St., Waterville.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at http://www.VeilleuxFuneralHome.com for the Leavitt family.

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

In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Maine Children’s Cancer Program at  https://fundraising.mmc.org/mccp-donate-now or Maine Medical Center, Philanthropy Department, 22 Bramhall St. Portland, ME 04102.

DIANE M. MOORE

WINSLOW – Diane M. Moore, 72, of Winslow, passed away on Thursday, August 25, 2022 following a courageous battle with stage IV ovarian cancer. She was born on July 7, 1950, in Biddeford, and was the daughter of Francis and Marion Poirier Breton.

Diane was a 1969 graduate of Waterville High School. She obtained her CNA certificate and worked at AMHI, in Augusta, and various nursing homes. Diane most recently worked at the Maine Smoke Shop, in Waterville, for 14 years.

Diane enjoyed spending time outdoors. She loved hunting, four-wheeling, going up north to camp, going on adventurous car rides, and spending time with family and friends.

She was predeceased by her parents; her husband of 22 years, George A. Moore Sr.; and many aunts and uncles.

Diane is survived by her daughter, Leana Gagne, of North Carolina; her twin brother, Daniel Breton and his wife Joyce, of Winslow; a nephew, a niece; a great-nephew; two aunts, Peggy Leo, Marie Hutchinson; many cousins; and a sister-in-law, Pat McDevitt.

A burial will be held at the convenience of the family.

Arrangements are under the care of Dan and Scott’s Cremation.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her name to the Harold Alfond Cancer Care, P.O. Box 828, Waterville, ME 04903.

GARY G. RASMUSSEN Ph.D.

WATERVILLE – Gary Glenn Rasmussen, Ph.D., 80, Clinical Psychologist, passed away on Thursday,

August 25, 2022, at the Glenridge Hospice Comfort Care unit, in Augusta, from multiple medical issues. Gary was the son of Glenn and Ellen Rasmussen, of Fresno, California.

Gary is survived by his wife of 40 years, Pamela Pariser Rasmussen and his two sons, Ian Pariser Rasmussen, of Portland, Oregon, and Kai Pariser Rasmussen, of Boston, Masachusetts. Gary’s family was part of an extended Danish community in Fresno, Caliornia. He has many extended family members in Fresno, California.

Gary served in the U.S. Air Force for four years after he finished high school. He was stationed in New Mexico and Nevada, where he worked as a weatherman. He graduated from University of California, Santa Barbara, with a bachelors’ degree in sociology. After he graduated from college, he spent a year working in Denmark and living with his Danish relatives. Gary received his masters’ degree in counseling from U.C., Santa Barbara. In Bakersfield, California, he ran an outpatient program for individuals with substance abuses. In Boise, Idaho, he ran a halfway house for individuals coming out of prison to help them transition back to the community under the umbrella organization of the Salvation Army.

Gary graduated from Peabody College, at Vanderbilt University, with his doctorate in clinical psychology, in Nashville, Tennessee. Gary met and married his wife, Pamela, in Nashville, Tenessee. in 1982. Gary moved with his wife to Maine to complete his psychology internship at the Togus V.A., in Augusta. He has worked for the past 40 years as a clinical psychologist in Waterville. Gary worked for several years as the psychologist in the psychiatric unit at Seton Hospital, in Waterville. Gary continued his private practice providing counseling services and was also a forensic psychologist.

Gary will have a Celebration of Life at the Winslow Congregational Church on Saturday October 8, at 2 p.m. The address of the church is 12 Lithgow St., Winslow. This service will be a hybrid service, in person and live streamed. If you are attending the in-person service, please wear a mask. Masks will be provided to those who attend and do not have their own masks. For any more specific information about the Celebration of Life Service, please contact Veilleux Funeral Home using the following email address: Jo.Vigue@Dignity Memorial.com

In lieu of flowers, donations to your choice of the following organizations are preferred: Alfond Youth and Community Center-Waterville; Winslow Community Cupboard at Winslow Congregational Church; Salvation Army (Augusta/Waterville branch); Comfort Care (hospice) Glenridge, Augusta.

MARGARET A. PACKARD

WATERVILLE – Margaret Anne (Ohrt) Packard, 94, died at her home, in Waterville, on Friday, August 26, 2022. She was born in Tulsa, Oklahoma, on October 8, 1927, to parents John Benno Ohrt and Margaret Louise Cowles.

Peggy, as she was nicknamed, was the youngest of her siblings, John, Dorothy and Henry. During her childhood Margaret moved multiple times while the family followed her father’s job in the oil business. Besides Tulsa, her youth found her living in San Antonio, Houston, Berlin, Germany, Mexico City, New Orleans, Ann Arbor, Michigan, and Los Angeles.

After her parents’ remarriages, she traveled between Houston, Texas, and Livermore Falls. As a result, Margaret experienced a great variety of adventures and educational settings that fueled numerous later stories. She was a terrific storyteller.

In the 1940s while living in Brunswick, she met her future husband, Christopher Moore Packard. In 1950, they married in Québec City, Canada, and returned to Brunswick where Chris completed his studies at Bowdoin College.

Margaret worked at the Walker Art Museum where she set up a crib for their infant daughter, Margaret Bellamy, in the lobby. A son, Christopher Moore, followed and by that time the family had moved to the Packard farmhouse in the Pennellville neighborhood of Brunswick. Margaret was a homemaker while her children were young and then worked at Senter’s department store, in Brunswick, until her retirement. Other jobs included years of editing her husband’s weekly nature columns for the local paper and supporting Audubon events.

Tuesday evening path clearing groups at the new Mast Landing Sanctuary, in Freeport, were fueled in part by her potato salad and pies. Not many cooks could rival her pies. Margaret was an avid reader and supporter of libraries. She enjoyed poetry, history, biography, and always a good mystery. She never missed Masterpiece Theater and loved opera.

A lasting legacy Margaret made was to ensure the land in Pennellville would remain conserved in memory of her husband, Christopher. Having grown up there, he had spent a lifetime observing and writing about the flora and fauna he experienced.

Margaret was predeceased by her parents, siblings and husband.

She is survived by her daughter, Margaret (Peggy) Menchen, of Waterville; and son, Christopher (Kit) Packard, of Georgetown, and their spouses, Gary and Jane; grandchildren Christopher Menchen, of Benton, Margaret (Sadie) Menchen, of Los Angeles, California, and their spouses, Lacy and Megan, and Kylie Packard, of Tampa, Florida, and her fiancé Gregory Austin; and great-grandchildren Sara, Benjamin and Matthew Menchen, all of Benton.

Upon her wishes, there will be no memorial service and her family will gather at a later date.

Those who wish to honor Margaret may do so by supporting a local conservation group, animal shelter, or library, or by enjoying an opera.

ANN MARIE LaLIBERTE

WATERVILLE – Ann Marie Laliberte, 89, of Waterville, passed away peacefully on Monday, AugUST 29, 2022, at Concord Park Senior Living in Concord, Massachusetts, where she lived for the past five years. She was born in Waterville on April 12, 1933, the daughter of the late Lionel J. Poliquin and Helen Bouchard Poliquin.

At the age of 12, Ann lost her hearing and as a result, had to decline acceptance to The Juilliard School of Music when she was 17. She was able to overcome this adversity when her hearing was surgically restored in her 30s, and she joyfully went on to pursue her music education once again. A talented pianist, Ann graduated from Mount Merici Academy, in Waterville, in 1951, and after raising her three children, started a second career as a piano teacher for many children in the Waterville area.

Ann was predeceased by her husband, Bernie “Boom-Boom” Laliberte in 2004; and her brother, Lee Poliquin, who passed away in March of 2022.

Ann was a proud parent, grandmother and great-grandmother and is survived by her children, Linda Laliberte-Cote and her husband Claude Cote, of Lincoln, Rhode Island, and Jefferson, Dana Laliberte, of Maine, and Karen Laliberte and her husband Dr. John Niles, of Acton and Boston, Massachusetts; eight grandchildren, Bryan Murphy, Nate Laliberte, Andrew Murphy and his wife, Meghan, Christopher Cote and his wife, Druanne, Danielle Cote and her husband, Manga Shuman, Kyle Laliberte Randall, Patrick Murphy, Katherine Laliberte Randall; and five great-grandchildren, Abby Murphy, Mansa Shuman, Parker Murphy, Colette Shuman and Aiden Laliberte; and many nieces and nephews.

Relatives and friends will gather for a graveside service at St. Francis Cemetery, 78 Grove St., Waterville, on Saturday, September 17, at 10 a.m.

For Ann’s online guestbook, please visit http://www.DeeFuneralHome.com.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Ann’s memory to the New England Music Camp, 8 Goldenrod Lane, Sidney, ME 04330.

RHONDA A. BRANN-BUBIER

JEFFERSON – Rhonda Ann Brann-Bubier, 34, passed away on Tuesday, August 30, 2022. Rhonda was born on March 7, 1988, in Nashua, New Hamp­shire. but has lived in Maine for the majority of her life.

As a young child, she participated in baseball, chorus, played the violin and was known to always be babysitting as she loved kids. She graduated from Maranacook High School in 2006. From there, she was very eager to work in the medical field and started to work as a CNA and then quickly became a CRMA. From there, her interest in mental health sparked. She ended up going to college and graduated with two bachelor’s degrees; one of Rhonda’s proudest accomplishments. Rhonda had another most prized accomplishment, becoming a mother to her daughter, Lahla. Watching Rhonda as a mom was one of the most beautiful things to witness. She loved her daughter so very much and a part of Rhonda will live in Lahla forever.

Rhonda was an intense person to a stranger, but anyone who came to know her, knew that it was because of her deep passion for life. She did everything with 100 percent effort. Being a mom, cooking, baking, canning, painting, crocheting, listening to music, dancing, hosting holidays, making someone laugh, helping someone in need, going to church, and stopping by just to make someone’s day. With that said, Rhonda experienced a lot of tough things that comes with life; but she never let it get her down. Without Rhonda, a lot of people wouldn’t be where they are today. She was inspiring, resilient, kind, compassionate, professional, and overall a one of a kind woman. If love could have saved her, Rhonda would have lived forever. Love you, latah.

She was predeceased by her grandmother, Shirley Anne Shank; her great-grandmother, Barbara Grigas; her cousin, Joey Grigas; her aunt, Joy Schofield; and her Pepe, from her biological father’s side.

She is survived by her daughter Lahla; her husband, Aaron; her stepchildren Mackenzie and Zachary; her parents Joseph and Debra Legendre; her siblings Hollie, Jess, Joseph and Justin; her biological father, Armand; as well as many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, and in-laws.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, September 17, at 11 a.m. at Plummer Funeral Home, 983 Ridge Rd., Windsor, ME 04363. A period of visitation will be held beginning at 10 a.m. until the time of service. There will also be a potluck celebration of life held after the service at a location to be determined.

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

In lieu of flowers, please consider a memorial contribution to benefit Lahla.

JANE V. KENNEDY

WINSLOW – Jane (Van Note) Kennedy passed away on Sunday, September 4, 2022. Jane was born on October 31, 1931, along with her identical twin, Margaret, to parents Grace (Wamsley) and Bartlett Monroe Van Note.

Jane grew up in Waterville, Wellesley, Massachusetts and Newton, Massachusetts. The family also enjoyed a cottage at Drakes Island, in Wells, and the beach was her happy place throughout her life. She attended Wheelock College, and began a long career in teaching. She touched the lives of many students who were lucky to have her as their teacher; many she remained in contact with throughout her life. She taught for many years in Dover, New Hampshire, and in Connecticut and Maine, and gave her time as a Sunday School teacher as well.

If you asked Jane what she was happiest about, she would quickly answer her children and grandchildren.

As one of her caregivers shared: You couldn’t help but become a better, more caring person just by knowing her. She had a peaceful, authentic presence that radiated pure love. She noticed the small stuff and yet understood the bigger picture.

She leaves behind her son, Robert and his wife Katie, Kimberly and her husband John, Daniel and his wife Debbie, Kristen and her husband Scott, and Matthew and his wife, Micheline; her grandchildren are the late Sarah Renee, Nicholas (Kristin), Rachel, Jamie, Danielle (Kayembe), Joshua (Jamie), Samuel (Haley), Gabriel, Benjamin and Malise; a great-grandson, Mason; many nieces and nephews; and her brother, William Van Note.

She was predeceased by her twin, Margaret “Peggy” and her brother, Bartlett “Pete”.

She was previously married to Herman Allyn, Ernest Foss, and John Kennedy.

ELVA M. LaPOINTE

UNITY – Elva M. LaPointe, 93, passed away on Monday, September 5, 2022, as the result of a car accident in Albion. Elva was born the daughter of William and Alice Dee on October 11, 1928.

She became a U.S. citizen by naturalization and attended schools in Fort Fairfield. Elva married Edmond J. LaPointe Jr. on September 11, 1950, and they had two children, Randy, and Sharon.

Elva and E.J. moved to Fairfield in the early 1960s where she began working in retail. She was employed by Centers Department Store, the Mammoth Mart, both in Waterville, and later by LaVerdiere’s Warehouse, in Winslow. She retired in the late 1980s.

Elva first and foremost loved her family and delighted in any and every activity. She had a quick wit and a sharp tongue. She never held back and had a friend in everyone she met. She would give her last dime and go without so someone could have their needs met. She was always a champion for the underdog. She enjoyed reading and cross word puzzles and keeping up with the news of the world. She enjoyed car rides and lunch out and leaf peeping in the fall.

One of her favorite things to do was watch her grandsons play football.

She was predeceased by her father, William, and her mother, Alice; her sister, Greta; and beloved son, Randy.

She is survived by her daughter, Sharon Carter and her husband Henry; her grandchildren Tanya Lennon, Shawn and Kim LaPointe, Randy LaPointe Jr.; great-grandchildren Jacob Lennon and wife, Abigail, Bradley Lennon, Chase LaPointe, McKinzie LaPointe, Cayden, and Olivia LaPointe; her bonus grandchildren Todd Carter and Binika Beauleau, Brian and Kristen Kimball, Amber and Jeff Lafrance, Jacob and Jordyn Alward; great-grandchildren Allie and Davanee Kimball, Mason, Colten, and Piper Carter, Rory Rose and Lucas Lafrance, Jadynce, Jaxon, Jamason and Acadia Alward; two grandsons, Abraham Aldus, of Virginia, and Matthew Aldus, of Colorado; sister, Maxine Morrisette; brother, Sterling Davenport; many nieces and nephews; in-laws.

A private burial will be held at a later date.

Arrangements are in the care of Lawry Brothers Funeral Home, 107 Main St., Fairfield where memories may be shared, and an online register book signed by visiting http://www.lawrybrothers.com.

In lieu of flowers, please do something kind for someone else.

RICHARD L. GIROUX SR.

VASSALBORO – Richard L. Giroux Sr., 93, of Vassalboro, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, September 7, 2022. Richard was born October 4, 1928, in Waterville, and grew up in China.

Richard served in the Korean war from 1950 to 1952 in the 40th Infantry Division, 3rd Battalion and was honorably discharged with the rank Sergeant First Class.

Richard was a man of many passions. After the war, Richard obtained his pilot’s license, bought a plane, and enjoyed many excursions at flight. Richard also became an experienced beekeeper, reaching roughly one hundred hives at one time, and rented them for pollination and sold honey to his fellow Mainers.

He was an avid and true outdoorsman, skilled in hunting, trapping, fishing, and gardening, up until the very end of his life. He was called for many wildlife issue; he was known as local legend. Amidst all these passions. Richard worked at Chinet (Keyes Fibre/Huhtamaki) for 40 years before retiring in 1990.

Another gift that all would agree that he was someone who love to talk and share stories. He was a man of great wisdom. He lived his life to his fullest and was always there to help anyone in need. He was a devoted Catholic and was strong in his faith.

Richard was a loving and dedicated husband, father, grandfather, and friend. He married his wife, Carmen (Morneau), in 1963, and had four children. Richard will be missed dearly by all who knew and loved him, and his legacy will live on in all of the people whose lives he touched.

He was predeceased by his parents Louis and Louise Giroux, his brother Robert Giroux, sister Lucille Bailey, his wife Carmen L. Giroux, and granddaughter Larissa Patnaude.

Richard is survived by his sister Loraine Adams, of Winslow; his daughters Barbara Patnaude and husband David, of China, Jacqueline Giroux, of Vassalboro; son Richard Giroux Jr. and wife Cindy, of Albion; son Peter Giroux, of Vassalboro; his grandchildren, Nathan Patnaude, Michael Patnaude, Caleb Patnaude, Jacob Boivin, Jaron Boivin, Jestil Boivin, Jadelynn Giroux, Daven Giroux, and Jessica Bolduc; eight great-grandchildren.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m., on Saturday, September 17, at Notre Dame Catholic Church, 116 Silver Street, Waterville.

A celebration of his life will be held immediately following the Mass at Notre Dame. His military burial will be held at 10 a.m., on Tuesday, October 4, at the Maine Veterans Memorial Cemetery, 163 Mount Vernon Road, Augusta, Maine, 04330.

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

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

DEATH NOTICES

JASON A. MICHAUD

OAKLAND – Jason A. Michaud, 55, died September 3, 2022 at a local hospital in Portland. Arrangements under the care and direction of Dan & Scott’s Cremation & Funeral Service, Skowhegan.

CHARLENE D. LaBRIE

CLINTON – Charlene D Labrie, 72, passed away Friday, September 9, 2022, at a hospital, in Waterville. Arrangements by Dan & Scott’s Cremation & Funeral Service, Skowhegan.

CURTIS C. CARR

CLINTON – Curtis C. Carr, 50, passed away Tuesday, September 13, 2022, at a hospital, in Bangor. Arrangements by Dan & Scott’s Cremation & Funeral Service, Skowhegan.

ROBERT F. FORTIN

WINSLOW – Robert F. Fortin, 91, passed away on Tuesday, August 23, 2022, at home, in Winslow. Robert was born in Winslow, November 20, 1930, where he lived his entire life. His parents were Alphonse (Peter) and Julia Fortin.

He grew up in a large family of eight boys and two girls; he was the last surviving sibling. Robert was part-owner of Fortin’s Meat Market and Sunnyside Dairy Farm, in Winslow. He was in business with his father and brothers – Gerard, George and Donald – for many years.

In grade school, he met his future wife – Joan (Little) Fortin. They attended Winslow High School together and graduated in 1951. Robert was captain of the football team during his senior year in high school. Robert and Joan were married in January 1952 and recently celebrated 70 years of marriage. Together they raised four children. Sadly, Joan passed away on Easter Sunday this year.

Family was of utmost importance to dad. He adored his children and their spouses: Cynthia and Michael Soule, Corning, New York; Karen Sidelinger and Michael Thibodeau, Fairfield; Robert and Donna Fortin, China; and Janet and Brian Ellis, Winslow.

Robert was was blessed with 10 grandchildren: Matthew (Mandie) Hall, Upton, Massachusetts; Mark (Stacey) Hall, Belmont; Nathan Sidelinger, Fairfield; David (Tedi) Soule, Raleigh, North Carolina; Sara Siglin, Corning, New York; Rob (Christy) Fortin, Troy, New York; Nicole Fortin, New York City, New York; Brian (Lauran) Ellis, China; Jason (Sasha Rolland) Ellis, Waterville; and Troy (Katie) Ellis, Clinton.

He was called “Gicky” by all his grandchildren (a name given to him by his first grandchild Matthew). He always called them his “pals”. He also had 13 great-grandchildren: Bella, Lauren, Drew, Macie, Sadie, Ava, Ella, Robbie, Aubrie, Cole, Rowan, Avery Rose, Leo and soon to be born Madelyn Joan. He loved seeing them as often as possible and always enjoyed hearing about their lives.

In his younger years, he loved to fish and spend time with family their camp on Webber Pond, in Vassalboro. So much family fun swimming, fishing, eating and laughing. His sweet personality and fun sense of humor will be deeply missed by all who loved him so much.

A Mass of Christian burial was celebrated at 10 a.m., on Thursday, September 1, at St. John the Baptist Church, 26 Monument St., Winslow.

Interment to follow at St. Francis Cemetery, 78 Grove St., Waterville. Afterward a reception will be held at Notre Dame Church, 116 Silver St., Waterville.

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

Please share your memories in the online guestbook at http://www.gallantfh.com.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Robert’s name to St. Jude Memorial Giving, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 (800-213-6584) or Beacon Hospice, Amedisys Foundation, 5 Community Dr., Augusta, ME 04330 (207-621-1212).

JEAN MARIE PARLIN

JEFFERSON – Jean Marie (Casper) Parlin, 59, of Jefferson, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, August 25, 2022 at her home. She was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, on August 12, 1963, the daughter of Mary Casper.

Jean eventually moved to Maine and attended Erskine Academy, in South China, where she met her high school sweetheart Richard Parlin, and they married on August 7, 1982, and had two children.

Jean worked for the Maine Revenue Services and retired in March 2020. She enjoyed her family gatherings, playing bingo, watching her children and grandchildren play sports and dance, going camping, going to the beach, and playing cards with family and friends.

She was predeceased by her mother, Mary (Casper) Sandborn and stepfather, Stephen Sandborn.

Jean is survived by her husband of 40 years, Richard A. Parlin Sr., of Jefferson; two children, Richard A. Parlin Jr., of Jefferson, Erica (Parlin) Ontiveros and husband Rafael, of Windsor; her grandson Christopher and granddaughter Jasmine, both of Windsor.

She will always be remembered as Jeannie.

Visiting hours will be held at Staples Funeral Home, 53 Brunswick Avenue, Gardiner, on Thursday, September 8, from 5 – 7 p.m.

A celebration of Jean’s life will be held at the American Legion, 396 Eastern Avenue, Augusta, on Friday, September 9, at 2 p.m.

Arrangements are entrusted with Staples Funeral Home and Cremation Care, 53 Brunswick Avenue, Gardiner, Maine.

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

JEAN-GUY PAQUET

JEFFERSON – Jean-Guy Paquet, 82, passed away Monday, May 16, 2022, at his home. He was born in St. Prosper, Canada, on April 1, 1940, a son of Armand and Gabrielle (Giroux) Paquet. He was the oldest of 11 siblings.

Jean-Guy moved to Jackman in 1966 working for Scott Paper Co., Bison’s Garage, and as a mechanic for the MDOT. He enlisted in the U.S. Army National Guard and graduated from Forest Hills High School, in Jackman, in 1975. He retired from the U.S. Army in 2002 with the rank of CW3. He retired from the MDOT as a toll collector in 2018. He enjoyed traveling, camping, and the Fryeburg Fair.

He is survived by his children, Yvette Costello, of Jackman, Celine Myrick, her husband Scott, Gene Paquet and his wife, Tami, of Unity; six grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.

A memorial graveside service will be held on Saturday, September 3, 2022, at 3 p.m., at the Maine Veterans Memorial Cemetery, 163 Mt. Vernon Rd., Augusta, where military honors will take place. Condolences, stories and photos may be shared at http://www.plummerfh.com.

GEORGE H. PRENTISS JR.

WINSLOW – George H. Prentiss, Jr., 99, passed away, in Waterville, on July 29, 2022. He was born in Morristown, New Jersey, on March 23, 1923, the son of the late George H. and Edna R. (Koelsch) Prentiss Sr.

Following his schooling, George served with the U.S. Navy during World War II. His employment included working at Wyndotte-Worsted Woolen Mill, in Waterville, for 10 years and retired from the Winslow school system as a custodian. He also worked part time delivering kitchens for Waterville Custom Kitchens.

George was a lifetime member of the MacCrillis-Rousseau VFW Post #8835, in Winslow, and was a member of the Clinton American Legion Post #66, in Clinton.

He was predeceased by his first wife, Sally; his second wife, Leona (Crummett) Prentiss; and his sisters, Edna Cutler, and Beatrice Abrahams.

George is survived by his sons, George T. Prentiss, and Gary R. Prentiss; his stepchildren, Lorraine Sullivan, Lawrence Hall, and Kenneth Saucier; and two grandchildren.

A graveside service with military honors was held on Tuesday, August 16, at Pine Grove Cemetery, in Belgrade.

Arrangements are in the care of Wheeler Funeral Home, 26 Church Street, Oakland, where condolences, memories, and photos may be shared with the family on the obituary page of the website at http://www.lawrybrothers.com.

DORA L. BORAWA

ROME – Dora Leah Borawa, 92, of Rome, died peacefully on Friday, July 29, 2022. Dora was born on May 17, 1930, in Ipswich, Massachusetts, the only daughter of Donald Edward Comeau and Alice Evelyn Lee.

She was predeceased by her brothers Donald, Douglass, and Philip.

Dora moved a lot as a child and young adult, eventually moving to upstate New York as an adult. Dora married her first husband, John VanDerwerken (who survives her) on January 1, 1954, and together they had three children. After their divorce, Dora married her second husband, Chester Borawa, on October 10, 1968. They shared 43 years together until his death in 2011.

Dora never graduated from high school but was an extremely hard working woman all of her life. She retired from a long career at General Electric Company, in Schenectady, New York. After retirement, Dora and Chester moved to Sun City Center, Florida, and lived there for over 20 years – spending their summers in Maine. Dora enjoyed retirement and spent a lot of time traveling around the country and world, volunteering at South Bay Hospital and Southeastern Guide Dogs.

After Chester’s death, Dora moved to Maine to be closer to family. She spent several winters in California with her son to escape the cold Maine winter. One time she enjoyed a three week cross country trip with Roger and Jacque in their RV and another time enjoying a train ride across the country with Mark. In Maine, she loved her log cabin which was conveniently across the road from her daughter and son-in-law’s farm. Dora could be seen walking or riding her golf cart around the farm, hulling berries, peeling garlic, feeding the donkeys, and other farm jobs. She was a regular fixture at the Belgrade Lakes Farmers Market and many art/craft shows. Dora also enjoyed lighthouses, dogs, bird watching, visiting with friends, and going out to eat. Dora worshipped with her daughter at the Union Church in Belgrade Lakes, strongly reminding her that she was a Catholic!

Dora is survived by her daughter, Alice VanDerwerken (David Sprague), of Rome; her sons, Roger (Jacque) VanDerwerken, of Escondido, California, and Mark VanDerwerken, of Central Bridge, New York; daughter-in-law, Anna Vanderwerken, of Central Bridge, New York; three granddaughters, Christina (James) Fuller, of Oceanside, California, Rebecca (Ryan) O’Hare, of Albany, New York, Beth (Blad) Hernandez of Valley Center, California; three grandsons, Jordan (Manuela) VanDerwerken of New Orleans, Louisiana, Robert VanDerwerken and John (Mattea) VanDerwerken, all of Central Bridge, New York; six great-grandchildren; sister-in-law, Jackie Comeau, of St. George, Utah; many nieces, nephews;

Friends and family are invited to a Memorial Service, on Saturday, August 27, 2022, at 3 p.m., at the Union Church, Main St., Belgrade Lakes, Maine.

Arrangements are under the care and direction of Dan & Scott’s Cremation & Funeral Service, 488 Farmington Falls Rd., Farmington, Maine, 04938.

JOSEPH E. BOUDREAU

WATERVILLE – Joseph Edgar Aurele Boudreau, 89, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 29, 2022, in Waterville. He was born August 11, 1924, in Maria, Québec, to Edgar and Julia (Guite) Boudreau.

He worked at Maine Central Railroad until his retirement. An avid outdoorsman who loved hunting and fishing, he was presented with the very first Lifetime Outdoor Achievement Award from the Maine Inland Fisheries and Wildlife. He raised and trained Labrador retrievers, earning many trophies, medals and ribbons. He was a hunter and gatherer who loved his dogs and his gardens. If you played ice hockey in the 1970s, he most likely sharpened your skates. He was a long time member of B.P.O.E. Lodge #905, (The Elks Club), in Waterville. He loved telling the stories of his countless adventures and experiences … a life well lived.

He is survived by his children, Paul (Lucille Poulin), of Waterville, Mark (Patricia Michaud), of Waterville, Gerard (Joline St. Pierre), of Waterville, Jeanne Otis (Thomas) Waterville, David (Teresa Michaud), of Fairfield, Daniel (Cherie Murphy), of Deerfield, New Hampshire, Donald (Tina Boulette), of Sidney, Julie Capponi (David), of Fairfield, Susan Inman (Kevin), of Topsfield, Massachusetts; brother Gerard; sisters Doris, Rita, Huguette and Louise, all from Canada; many nieces and nephews; 26 grandchildren; and 16 great-grandchildren.

He was predeceased by two wives, Theresa (Roy) Boudreau and Pauline (Couture) Boudreau; sons, James and Ronald; sisters Laurette and Claire; and brother Renald.

A graveside service was held on Thursday, August 11, at St. Francis Catholic Cemetery, 78 Grove Street, Waterville.

Arrangements are under the care and direction of Veilleux and Redington Funeral Home 8 Elm St., Waterville, Maine 04901.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Humane Society Waterville Area, 100 Webb Road, Waterville, 04901 or The Sisters of the Blessed Sacrament, 101 Silver Street, Waterville, Maine, 04901.

ROBERT YORK

BENTON – Robert York, 69, passed away on Saturday, July 30, 2022. Bob was born August 14, 1952, in Waterville, the son of William “Bill” and Nancy York.

Bob was a boy and a man full of life and love for all. He loved fiercely, his family and friends.

Bob spent his childhood years in Caratunk alongside Pleasant Pond stream and wonderful summers at Pleasant Pond.

His first jobs were washing dishes at Martin Pond Diner, in The Forks, and then working alongside his dad and brother in Bill’s sawmill.

He graduated KVMHS, the class of 1971. Bob then enlisted in the U.S. Navy, “to see the world”. He actively served from 1971-1975 and served in the Army National Guard from 1975 until retirement. From 1977 to 1979 Bob attended Washington County Vocational Technical Institute, in Calais.

His early years were spent as a lumberman cutting for Herb Haines, then in construction as a heavy equipment operator. But his greatest passion was the several years spent in his 18-wheeler providing cross country shipping throughout the United States. His great memories and stories told were that of his sons, Kenny and Walter, doing cross country trips with him.

Bob is survived by his parents, Bill and Nancy York, of Skowhegan; his children, Kenneth York, of Calais, and Walter York, of Bangor; mother to his children Joy Mercier York, of Calais; brother Walter and wife Maggie, of Skowhegan; and sister Betty and husband Jon Giguere, of Liberty.

He was predeceased by paternal grandparents, Walter and Leona York, maternal grandparents, Edwin Towne and Lillian Adams, several aunts, uncles and cousins.

Funeral services are set for Thurssday, August 18, 2022, 11 a.m., at the Federated Church, in Skowhegan. Immediately following there will be a celebration of life gathering in fellowship hall. And burial of military honors will then follow in the Webster Cemetery, at Caratunk.

LUCILLE E. ROBERGE

WATERVILLE – Lucille Evangeline (Bolduc) Roberge, 91, passed away onSunday, July 31, 2022. Born March 17, 1931, Lucille was the fourth daughter of Joseph V. Bolduc and Lucille Emily (Letourneau) Bolduc.

Lucille attended Notre Dame Catholic School, in Waterville, for eight years, four years at Waterville High School and was on the cheerleading squad. She graduated while receiving The Becker College Key for having the highest point average in the secretarial science course.

She took a job at Colby College working for the vice president and attended college courses in English and accounting. After two years at Colby College, Lucille took a job in Washington D.C. After returning home she worked for the president of WTVL radio station, in Waterville, for 26 years. Following the closing of WTVL, Lucille was hired by Mid-Maine Medical Center, in Waterville, as an administrative assistant to the chief of staff and the chairman of the various hospital departments. In 1987 she passed the exam to be the first certified medical staff coordinator in the state of Maine and retired in 1993 at the age of 62.

Lucille married James T. Roberge in 1956 and had four children.

She is survived by Melissa Hartman, of Williamsburg, John Roberge, of Mt. Vernon, James F. Roberge, of Waterville, and Andrea Daigle, of Rome; 11 grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren.

A Mass of Christian Burial was held on Wednesday, August 17 at Notre Dame Church, Silver Street, in Waterville.

Lucille will be buried at Maine Veterans Cemetery at a later date.

Arrangements are under the care and direction of Veilleux and Redington Funeral Home, http://www.VeilleuxFuneralHome.com.

RUSSELL CUMMINGS

SIDNEY – Russell Cummings passed away unexpectedly on Monday, August 1, 2022, at his home in Sidney.

Rusty graduated from Williams High School, in Oakland. He married his high school sweetheart, Janice M. Stevens, on February 24, 1967. Together they raised three children, Angela, Brook, and Chad.

Throughout his lifetime Rusty embarked on multiple occupations. Out of high school he worked for Hazard Shoe Shop, in Augusta. Then went on to work for Mobil, in Waterville, as an attendant. Rusty was also a boxing promoter and manager. Rusty wheeled-and-dealed as a livestock dealer for many years. His family never knew what he would unload from the truck to add to the farm.

Rusty loved his volunteer work as a basketball and baseball coach to many youngsters in the community. They had many years of undefeated seasons. Rusty and Janice took over ownership of Cummings Boarding Home for adults with special needs during the ‘70s.

He was an avid hunter, trapper and became a Registered Master Maine Guide. He guided many hunters in successful hunts through his company, Big Country Guide Services. Over the years many of those hunters became like family. Rusty loved his hunting hounds, Queenie being one of his favorites and later his spoiled beagle, Foxie, whom he took with him everywhere. At his orders, she will be buried with him.

He then went on to start Cummings Bait Shop, and Cummings Greenhouse and Vegetables with his wife Janice. During this time, he also bought a hot dog stand “Boss Hogg’s Dogs”, in Oakland. Which was coincidentally one of his favorite foods along with lobster.

In his retirement years, Rusty enjoyed going to the fairs and shows during the summer with his grandchildren and prize show goats.

Rusty lived his life his way!

He was predeceased by his parents Russell and Marilyn (Keene) Cummings, grandson Zachary Cummings, and a brother Ronnie Cummings.

He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Janice; daughter, Angela and husband Nathan Philbrick; sons, Brook and wife Laurie Cummings, and Chad Cummings and partner Heather Doucette, all of Sidney; his grandchildren Nicholas and wife Jessica Cummings, Blake and wife Lydia Philbrick, Brady and wife Hope Philbrick, Noah, Hannah, and Logan Cummings, Dylan Gagne, and Avery Redlevske, all of Sidney, and Samantha Veilleux, of Mercer; great-grandchildren Nathan, Drew, and Maisey Philbrick, and Madelyn Cummings, all of Sidney, and Clayton, Gabrielle and Everett Vielleux, of Mercer; his brother, Richard Cummings, of Rome; many nieces, nephews, cousins.

A graveside memorial will be held at Reynolds Hill Cemetery, in Sidney, Sunday, August 21, 2022, at 2 p.m.

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

In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the Ronald McDonald House of Maine in memory of Rusty.

EMILY L. GOOD

ALEXANDRIA, Louisiana – Emily Louise Good, 95, passed away on Wednesday, August 3, 2022, at the home of her son, Stephen H. Good, in Alexandria, Louisiana. Emily was born July 24, 1927, in Newport, to Harold and Ernena ( Cornforth) Huse.

She graduated from Newport High school in 1946. After graduating from the University of Maine in 1950, Emily started her career as a dietitian at the Sister’s Hospital, in Waterville.

Emily married Charles Richard Good on Oct. 7, 1950. Jim was born in 1951; Steve in 1953. She worked part-time until her husband passed away in 1962. At that time, she went to work as a dietitian at Thayer Hospital, in Waterville.

Emily met her dear friend, George Leavitt, in the late ‘60s. The were close companions and spend a great deal of time with family at George’s camp.

Emily would rarely go right home after work. She was famous for visiting her loved ones in her hospital uniform bringing vegetables from the local farm stand and toy and goodies to the little ones.

Emily loved animals. She always had at least one cat and a dog, but usually more. She had a bird feeder in her backyard and loved watching the birds and other wildlife.

She loved her work, but eventually retired at 68. Even after retirement, she maintained the friendships she had developed over her working years,

Emily was such a cheerful, up-beat person; people wanted to be around her. She was genuinely interested and inquisitive about others. It didn’t matter if you were family or a stranger.

Emily was predeceased by her husband, Charles Richard Good in 1962.

Emily is survived by her two sons, James Good and wife Darcey, of Winslow, and Stephen Good and his wife Debbie, of Boyce, Louisiana; three granddaughters, Charlie Good, of Alexandria, Louisiana, Serena Good, of Winslow, and Stevie Fowlkes, of Boyce, Louisiana; four great- grandchildren, Benjamin and Dianne Good of Alexandria, Louisiana, and Henderson and Corbin Fowlkes, of Boyce, Louisiana.; a sister, Marilyn McDowell, of Roca, Nebraska; and two nieces, Patty Rabbass, of Hickman, Nebraaska and Peggy Bugaring of Broomfield, Colorado.

Visitation will be held Saturday August 20, from 10 a.m. to noon, with a burial to follow at Pine Grove Cemetery, in Waterville.

Arrangements are under the care and direction of Veilleux and Redington Funeral Home 8 Elm St. Waterville ME 04901.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Emily’s name to the Kennebec Humane Shelter.

ADAM T. ZIBURA

WINDSOR – Adam Thomas Zibura, 33, passed away on Thursday, August 4, 2022. Adam was born on March, 25, 1989, in Portland, to Hope Marx Zibura and Paul Zibura.

He received his associates degree from Kennebec Valley Community College, in Fairfield, in 2010, and graduated from Thomas College, in Waterville, in 2013, with a bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice. He worked at the Kennebec County Correctional Facility as a corrections officer for several years before taking a position as a Public Safety Communications Specialist (dispatcher) for the Maine State Police.

As a dispatcher, Adam truly found his calling in life. He had a natural talent for helping people and he saved countless lives through his work. His selflessness continued in his efforts as a volunteer firefighter with the Windsor Fire Department. Adam loved listening to his police scanner to stay up to date on any emergencies in the area that required assistance. He was always the first person on the scene to a car crash, fire, or other emergency and he never hesitated to be there – in any weather, and any time of night. His passion for helping others and improving his community will be remembered forever.

Adam was also known for his wonderful sense of humor and ability to make people laugh in any setting or situation. He had a passion for Boston sports, pickup trucks, first responder vehicles with lights and sirens, and animals. He loved caring for his horse, Beamer, and was adamant about having rescue pets to ensure those animals had a wonderful home. Adam will be remembered for his eternal optimism, jokes and lighthearted pranks, and unique ability to spread his joy and happiness everywhere he went.

Adam is survived by his wife, Angelia “Lia”; his twin sister, Ashley; his brother-in-law, Brad; his parents, Hope and Paul, and many aunts, uncles, and cousins.

A funeral service was held on Wednesday, August 10, 2022, at 11 a.m., at Plummer Funeral Home, 983 Ridge Road, Windsor, Maine 04363.

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

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the following charities in Adam’s honor: the Lymphoma and Leukemia Society, The Pixel Fund, and the Kennebec Valley Humane Society.

CARLTON R. CAREY

WATERVILLE – Carlton R. Carey, 87, of Waterville, passed away unexpectedly at a local hospital on Thursday, August 4, 2022. He was born in Albion on June 21, 1935, to Louis J. Carey and Eva Mae (Libby) Carey.

Following his high school graduation he married the love of his life Carolyn Duplessis, of Fairfield. They shared 64 years of marriage and raised four children together.

In 1953 Carl’s father Louis purchased Kennebec Building Supply, in Waterville. Carl and his father worked closely together until 1988 when Louis passed away. Carl continued working there with his son until 2012 when he retired.

Carl was a life time member of the Waterville Elks Lodge #905. He served on a number of committees and looked forward to working at the Bingo games when he could.

He was an avid outdoorsman and loved hunting and fishing. He would look forward to the moose drawing every year even though he’d been picked three times in the past 20 years. He couldn’t wait for spring fishing and enjoyed the trips to Moosehead Lake. But most of all he looked forward to family gatherings at home where he loved to barbeque and spend time with his grandchildren.

He was kind, generous, and friendly to everyone he met. Carl had a great sense of humor and will be missed by all.

Carl was predeceased by his wife, Carolyn, his brothers, Alan Carey, Dan Carey and David Carey, and his sister Mary Carey.

He is survived by his son Carl (Casey) Carey and his wife Alice Schlosser, of Vassalboro; three daughters, Eva Goulette, of Waterville, Gale Mahoney, of Willimantic, Connecticut, and Lynne Boyd, of Saco; five grandchildren and their families, Geoff Boyd, Jamie Beaulieu, Chelsea Boyd, Casey Mahoney and Sarah Mahoney; his sister Margaret Soucy and her husband Lester; his brother Paul Carey and his wife Patty; his companion Laurali Bonney; as well as several nieces and nephews.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10 a.m. on Monday, August 22, at Notre Dame Church, 116 Silver St., Waterville. Burial will follow at Saint Francis Cemetery, 78 Grove Street, Waterville, Maine. A reception will be held at Notre Dame Church after the burial.

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, memorial donations may be made to the Humane Society Waterville Area, 100 Webb Rd., Waterville, ME 04901, http://www.hswa.org

ROGER B. GAGNON

OAKLAND – Roger B. Gagnon, of Oakland, passed away at his home on Tuesday, August 9, 2022. Roger was born on December 30, 1939, in Etchemin, Québec, Canada, the son of Leo Gagnon and Camille Chabot.

In 1958, Roger came to the United States to play semi-pro hockey for the Waterville Exchange Club Bruins. After the Bruins he played for the Lewiston semi-pro hockey team. He played until the age of 61.

He also worked for various contractors before going to school at Eastern Maine Vocational Technical Institute, in Bangor, in 1965-1966 to become a machinist. He graduated from Eastern Maine Vocational-Technical Center (EMVTI), with highest honors and was his class Valedictorian. He later went to work for Keyes Fibre Company (now Huhtamaki), in Waterville, where he was employed for 35 years, retiring in 2012.

Roger was predeceased by his parents, Leo Gagnon and Camille Chabot; and his brother, Gervais Gagnon, all of Etchemin.

He is survived by his wife, Mae Landry; his two sons, Sean Gagnon and Stephen Gagnon; three grandchildren, Devin, Dylan, and Hunter Gagnon; his two sisters, Roberte, of Lac Etchemin, and Annine Vachon, of Winslow; many nieces and nephews.

A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, August 20, 2022, at Lewis Cemetery, in Oakland.

Arrangements are in the care of Mid Maine Cremation Services (207)453-6006.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Roger’s memory may be made to New England Division, American Cancer Society, 30 Speen St., Framingham, MA 01701.