ROLAND E. TUTTLE

WINSLOW — Roland E Tuttle, 81, passed peacefully on Wednesday, November 1, 2023. Roland was born in Winslow, on June 6, 1942, to Randall B & Gertrude (Grant) Tuttle.

He attended Waterville schools, and although he started his work career before completing high school, he later earned his GED.

Roland worked physically demanding jobs his whole life, mainly for George H Mitchell Bottling Co., delivering bottled beverages to multiple Central and Coastal Maine restaurants and bars; and for John Martin’s Manor, in Waterville, where he progressed from dishwasher to line cook for more than 10 years. He also volunteered for the Waterville Fire Dept. and was awarded several medals for his service.

Roland married the love of his life, Elizabeth “Betty” on August 3, 1986; after a short time, they moved in with her mother Martha (Muzzeroll) DeRaps to care for her. Roland was an avid hunter/fisherman, a loyal New England Patriots fan and enjoyed wrestling. He enjoyed taking a tiny camper with Betty to PowWows and local camp sites, and attending antique car shows with his brother David.

He was a member and Deacon at the Second Baptist Church, in Waterville, for more than 30 years and co-leader of the regular church suppers held there with his good friend Ray Dyer – he loved feeding the hungry and raising money to help local people with fuel bills. He loved to sing in the choir, especially with his wife Betty accompanying on the organ. They both loved Jesus and shared that love with everyone they met. He always kept blessed oil with him and was always ready to pray for anyone.

After she passed, he would say he heard her calling his name in the night – he missed her deeply and longed to be reunited with her.

Roland was predeceased by his parents, wife Elizabeth “Betty” (DeRaps) Tuttle; son Roland E Tuttle II; and sister Gloria (Tuttle) Fitch.
He is survived by brother David E Tuttle; stepdaughters Deborah French, Meloney French, and Susan Hixon; daughter-in-law Theresa Tuttle, as well as several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews.

There will be no visiting hours; there will be a small graveside service in the spring at the Howard Cemetery, in Winslow.

CLARA J. NICKERSON

BENTON – Clara J. Nickerson, 80, of Benton, passed away suddenly at MaineGeneral Medical Center, in Augusta, on Thursday, November 2, 2023. Clara was born July 3, 1943, to George and Clara (Mills) Burns.

Clara attended Fairfield schools. She married the love of her life Richard Nickerson, Oct. 15, 1960.

Clara worked many jobs over the years, retiring from Downeast Energy in 2008. None of those jobs she held were quite as important as her role as Mom and Grammy. Clara was adored by her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.

In her sparetime you could find Clara at a local bingo hall; catching up on Hallmark movies; enjoying a day of cards with her family or at an event for one of her grandchildren.

Clara was predeceased by her parents; her husband Richard; her brother Rodney, sisters Robin, Linda, Bonnie and Pamela; and grandson Justin.

Clara is survived by her children, Robert and partner Trish Cole, of Benton, Laura, of Fairfield, Richard Jr. and wife Connie, of Fairfield, Carolyn “Sue” and partner Gary Steeves, of Albion, and Ryan and his wife Andrea, of Clinton; 10 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; her sister Wendy St. Amand, of Skowhegan; and many nieces and nephews.

At Clara’s request there will be no visiting hours or service.

Arrangements are by Lawry Brothers Funeral Home, of Fairfield.

MADELEINE BOLDUC

WINSLOW – Madeleine Bolduc, 90, passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 5, 2023. She was born in Keough, on November 22, 1932, the daughter of Arthur Bolduc and Lorette (Rioux) Bolduc.

Madeleine dedicated 40 plus years of service to Bell Canada as a telephone operator in Lac Megantic and Longueuil, Québec. After retiring, she embraced a new chapter of her life in Winslow to care for her mother.

Her commitment to community was evident through her volunteer work with the elderly at the Muskie Center, where she enjoyed spreading joy and compassion.

A proud descendent of her French-Canadian roots, she often spoke French with her family. It was important to her to preserve the language and traditions that shaped her. She was a big Montreal Canadiens hockey fan and knew every player by heart.

She loved gardening and taking care of her flowers. She could be seen outdoors all the time tending to her flowers. It was in her garden that she found her greatest joy. Her flower beds became a local attraction and a symbol of her love for nature. She also loved taking walks and loved her little dog Pooh Pooh until he passed away. She loved going out to eat with her family.

Madeleine’s zest for life continued through her love of music and dance, often found swaying to the tunes from her record player. In quieter moments when her eyesight diminished, she found solace in playing solitaire, often losing track of time as she laid out card after card. Her memory will continue to bloom in the hearts of those she touched, just as her flowers will return each Spring as a reminder of her presence.

Madeleine is survived by her daughter, Dany Beaudoin, of Waterville; her granddaughter, Kelly Lee and her husband TJ, of Winslow, their two children, Alexa and Raegan.

She was predeceased by her parents; her son-in-law Rick Burgess Sr., and special relatives.

Per her wishes, there will be no funeral services.

Please visit Madeleine’s memorial page at https://dsfuneral.com/obituaries/madeleine-bolduc where condolences, photos, and special memories may be shared.

DENNIS C. WEST

FAIRFIELD – Dennis C. West, 81, passed away on Wednesday, November 8, 2023. He was born on May 15, 1942, at Sisters Hospital, in Waterville.

His early years were spent in Connecticut, Maine, and California. In the 1970s he worked on nuclear submarines as a union electrician for General Dynamics, and as head of security for a nuclear power plant in Connecticut. He retired at the age of 35, found that the retired life didn’t suit his energy level, and began working for MSAD #49 as a custodian and a beloved bus driver for more than 40 years, where he touched the lives of countless students and colleagues during his dedicated service.

Dennis was more than just a bus driver. He was a world traveler, having toured various countries in Europe and Asia over the years. His sharp wit and great sense of humor made every journey with him a memorable one, turning routine bus rides into moments filled with laughter. He was known to play rock and roll and share candy with his passengers. The Lawrence Bulldogs, a team he passionately supported, have lost one of their most ardent fans.

A mischievous streak ran through Dennis, making him the undisputed prankster in the family. Whether it was a lump of coal during the holidays or a perfectly chosen humorous card accompanying a birthday gift, his antics brought joy and laughter to those lucky enough to be on the receiving end.

He had a noteworthy friendship with his supervisor Scott Washburn, and his dear friends Joy and Ray Dickey held a special place in his heart.

Dennis leaves behind a legacy of laughter, loyalty, and love. As we mourn his passing, let us also celebrate the rich tapestry of memories he leaves behind. His impact on his family, the school, and the community will endure as a testament to a life well-lived.

In a world that often moves too fast, Dennis C. West taught us the beauty of simplicity, the value of genuine connections, and the enduring power of laughter. As we mourn his passing, let us also celebrate the mischievous spirit and old-school charm that made him a beloved figure in the hearts of many.

Dennis was preceded in death by his mother, Lucille Strout, stepfather Gordon Wilmont Strout, and brother Gordon William Strout.

He is survived by his sister, Evelyn West Cairnie, and her extended family, and his late brother Gordon Strout’s sons and grandchildren.

Visiting hours will be held Saturday, December 2, 2023, from noon – 2 p.m., at Lawry Brothers, 107 Main Street, Fairfield, Maine. No formal service will be held.

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, the family requests that donations be made to the Lawrence Bulldogs in honor of Dennis’s unwavering support for the teams.

TAMMY PHILLIPS

OAKLAND – Tammy Phillips, 55, passed away on Sunday, November 12, 2023, following a strong battle with cancer. Tammy was born on July 13,1968, to Edwin and Angela Mullen.

She attended Oakland schools and graduated from Messalonskee High School in 1989. Tammy became a CNA and loved working in the healthcare field. Over the years she worked in many nursing homes and helped to care for her brother Aaron.

Tammy enjoyed going for car rides, car shows, and spending time with family and friends. Above all, Tammy’s true passion was caring for others. Nursing was very important to her and her calling.

Tammy met her husband Daniel Phillips and together they created their home together in Oakland, right down the road from her parents.

She was predeceased by her father, Edwin Mullen; her brother Aaron; and both sets of grandparents.

Tammy is survived by her husband Daniel Phillips; her children Inge Mullen and Markus Mullen; her grandson Skyler; her mother Angela Mullen; her brothers Shawn and his wife Karen and Dale and his wife Debbie; and several nieces, nephews, and friends.

A graveside service will be held in the spring.

KENNETH CORO

WATERVILLE – Ken Coro, 89, of Waterville, passed away peacefully Monday, November 13, 2023, at Northern Light Inland Hospital, in Waterville. Ken was born on June 15, 1934, in Benton to Guy E. Coro, Sr. and Ila M. (Hayes) Coro.

He attended schools in both Fairfield and Vassalboro.

He was an avid hunter who taught his children and grandchildren to hunt, along with gun safety. He also enjoyed fishing, Westerns and the Civil War. He was a proud member of the Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War, the Arnold Trail Sportsman’s Club, the NRA and the Antique Car Club of Maine. He was employed by Scott Paper Co.,, in Winslow, for 34 years.

Ken married the former Janice M. Nickerson on May 23, 1953. Together, they raised eight children. Janice predeceased him in 1998. Ken married Natalie Veilleux on June 25, 2005, who has been a blessing to both him and his family.

Ken is survived by his wife Natalie Coro; his children, Debra Arch, Kenneth H. Coro Jr. and Susan, Ed Coro and Lisa, Craig Coro and Shelley, Tina Trahan and Scott, Sue Hamel and Bill, 12 grandchildren, 23 great-grandchildren and 12 great-great-grandchildren.

He was predeceased by his parents and siblings, his first wife Janice, children Linda, Bruce, and baby girl Coro. Also, son-in-law, Dan Arch.

A short service was held on Saturday, November 25. A reception followed at the Fairfield VFW, 246 Main St. A graveside service will be held in the spring.

Arrangements are under the direction and care of Lawry Brothers Funeral Home & Cremation Care, 107 Main Street, Fairfield. An online guestbook may be signed, condolences and memories shared at http://www.lawrybrothers.com.

ANGELA GRENIER

WATERVILLE – Angela “Angie” Grenier, 87, of Waterville, passed away unexpectedly Wednesday, November 15, 2023, at MaineGeneral Medical Center. Angie was born December 21, 1935, the daughter of Theophile and Sadie (Belanger) St. Amand, of Caribou, and then, moved to Waterville and attended local schools.

She met and fell in love with Roland Grenier. They were married on September 1, 1957. They shared 66 years together. She was a fan of the Boston Red Sox and a fan of Alan Jackson. Throughout her adult life she worked at Waterville Osteopathic Hospital, and then had a private daycare.

She was predeceased by one sister, Madeline Parker, five brothers, Harold, Donald, Ronald, Gerald and Robert; also, daughter Cindy Veilleux; granddaughter, Desiree Grenier; and son-in-law, Steve Albert.

She is survived by her husband, Roland Grenier; two brothers, Norman and Carroll; her children, Steve and Bonnie Jonasson, Gary and Julia Grenier, Terri Jandreau, Gregory and Karen Grenier, Tammy and Kevin Dyer, Stacey and partner Shawn; son-in-law, Eric Veilleux; a daughter-in-law, Paula Grenier; along with her grandchildren, Shasta, Erika, Ryan, Jason, Nicole, Jen, Chloe, Britney, Angela, Alyssa, Cody, Kayla, Allyson and Abigail; and 16 great-grandchildren.

There will be a 10 a.m. Mass, Friday, December 1, 2023, at Notre Dame church, 116 Silver St., in Waterville. Following the Mass, there will be a celebration of life for Angie at the Elks Lodge, in Waterville.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Humane Society Waterville Area, 100 Webb Rd., Waterville, ME 04901.

REV. LAWRENCE E. MERCKENS

MANCHESTER – Reverend Lawrence Edward “Bud” Merckens, 88, of Manchester, passed away on Wednesday, November 15, 2023, at Oak Grove Rehabilitation, Waterville.

Raised in Buffalo, New York, where he was born on April 11, 1935, Mr. Merckens was associated with the family chocolate business until 1960 when he began his studies at Bangor Theological Seminary. Following completion of his seminary studies and further study at the University of Maine he and his family moved to Hallowell in May 1964 to serve as pastor of the Old South Congregational Church, a position he held through August 1975.

In September 1975, along with becoming the pastor of the Riverside Congregational Church, in Vassalboro, where he served until Easter 2019, Mr. Merckens also directed the Cooperative Education program at Hall-Dale High School until 1976. Later that same year he became the coordinator of student work experience for alternative education students at Cony High School, in Augusta, a position he held until June 1999. Since his retirement from public secondary education, along with his pastoral interests and responsibilities he consistently served as an instructor of Ethics and Interpersonal Communication courses through the University of Maine at Augusta at learning centers in Rumford/Mexico, Lewiston/Auburn, Bath/Brunswick as well as Augusta.

A person with many interests, Mr. Merckens found working with persons most fulfilling and tried always to be available for persons seeking his advice regarding career choices or changes, more effective personal communication skills and harmonious relationship techniques, hunger, consumer justice, environmental issues, and spiritual realities.

He and his wife Hilda Sperber Merckens were married in August 1959.

He is survived by his wife Hilda; daughter Heidi Merckens Chadbourne, of Manchester; son Ernst August Merckens III (named for his paternal grandfather) and his partner Susan Sites, of Belgrade; a grandson, Jeffery Tyler Merckens, of Jefferson, and his wife Jill; and his former son-in-law Steven A. Chadbourne, of Wales; two nieces Carol Lee Chappell and Phoebe Dreux Chappell.

He was predeceased by his parents Ernst August Merckens, Jr. and Alice (Hoffman) Merckens, and his sister Alice Merckens Chappell.

While there will be no funeral service an opportunity to celebrate the life of Mr. Merckens is being planned. A time and place will be announced later.

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.

Persons desiring to remember Mr. Merckens can appropriately do so by contributing in his memory to Heifer International, P.O. Box 8058, Little Rock, Arkansas, 72203 or a charity of one’s choice.

MAE BETH SMART

WATERVILLE – Mae Beth Smart passed away at home Thursday, November 16, 2023, following a courageous battle with cancer.

She fought like a true warrior and overcame the odds to gain another year full of memories with her family. Her wit and strength will be remembered by all who journeyed with her in the fight.

Mae Beth graduated from Winslow High School in 1973 and went on to spend a good portion of her working career at Al Corey’s Music Center, in Waterville. It was here that she made an abundance of lifelong friends that were more like family. She was able to submerge herself in her love of music … big band, folk, and of course her jazz favorite Ella Fitzgerald.

Mae Beth was predeceased by her father Harry Grant Nickel and her mother, Lois Helen Danforth Nickel.

She is survived by her husband of 41 years, Richard A. Smart, of Waterville; daughter Meghan and husband Alex Adorno; and her younger daughter Darcie Smart, also of Waterville; her brother Steven Nickel and wife Karen, of Union; sister Lise Nickel, of Winslow; and paternal uncle Jack Nickel Sr. and wife Carleen, of Albion; many cousins, nieces, nephews and in-laws. At Mae Beth’s request, there will be no services.

If you’d like to make a donation in her name, Waterville Hospice and the Harold Alfond Cancer Center are amazing, and her family appreciated their care and support.

NEAL R. POTTLE

PALERMO – Neal Richard Pottle, 78, of Palermo, passed away on Saturday, November 18, 2023, in Palermo. Neal was born in Freedom, December 11, 1944, to Robert G. and Esther (Reed) Pottle.

He was raised in North Palermo and graduated from Erskine Academy, in South China. Neal operated as an independent truck driver for 45 years and then drove for JC Stone for the last 12 years.

Neal shared his love of life with all who knew him. Infinitely curious, he was always investing his energy into new pursuits. He was a master of caveman physics and would jokingly say, “I only understand about half of what I know.” This innate curiosity spread to sailing. For years he and Theresa moored their boat in Belfast Harbor and shared that experience with anyone who had an afternoon free.

Neal spent significant time and energy growing potatoes and later growing and milling wheat – thousands of pounds of wheat. Neal was noted for his curiosity about generating electricity through hydro- and wind-power. At one point he attached a propeller to his 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit so he could calculate the RPMs and how much electricity could be generated. His grandchildren have fond memories of Penniless Creek where he made a small scale hydro-electric power generator, where, to their delight, he generated enough electricity to power a light bulb.

He also loved music and shared that love with his wife, children, and grandchildren. This love of music prompted the Friday Night Jam, and eventually led to the Family and Friends Bluegrass Festival. With kids running around, music and goodwill everywhere, Neal was in his element.

Neal had a generous heart. He was giving of anything he had to everyone who crossed his path, full of a deep seated faith that encompassed his whole being. He was a long-time member of the Palermo Christian Church and served the congregation as an elder, a trustee, a Sunday School teacher, and a music leader. When the church needed a new steeple, Neal employed his North Palermo ingenuity and decided that his fifth and sixth grade Sunday School class would build it. Neal and his class built, and raised the current steeple on the Palermo Christian Church.

Neal was the first call family members made if the car broke down, the pipes froze, or if you needed a house moved from Searsport to China. He knew how to fix your roof, plumb your house, and fix your battery. He was always ready with a story or joke. His loss will be keenly felt by all who knew him.

He was predeceased by his parents, and brothers, Robert, Gerald, and Norman, and grandson Craig.

He is survived by his wife Theresa and children, Ken and wife Michelle, Elaine and husband Derek, Cathy and partner John, Tim and partner Katie; nine grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren; numerous “adopted” children and grandchildren.

Visiting Hours will be on Friday, December 8, 2023 2 – 4 p.m., at Riposta Funeral Home, 182 Waldo Avenue, Belfast. Followed by a funeral on Saturday, December 9, 11 a.m., at Palermo Christian Church, 322 Branch Mills Road, Palermo. The service will be live streamed. Check https://www.familyandfriendsbluegrass.com/ for streaming information.

Memories and condolences may be shared with the family at http://www.ripostafh.com.

In lieu of flowers donations may be given to the Palermo Volunteer Fire Department. Mail to Palermo Town Office, 45 North Palermo Road, Palermo, ME 04354, In Memory of Neal Pottle.

TAMARA L. HARKINS

WINSLOW – Tamara “Tammy” Lyn (LoCicero) Harkins, 78, passed away peacefully on Monday, November 20, 2023, at Red­ington-Fair­view General Hospital, in Skowhegan, following a brief illness. Tammy was born on February 23, 1945, to Joseph and Tamara (Gregoriev) LoCicero, in Albany, California.

She attended schools in Oakland, California, and graduated from Oakland Technical High School. Tammy furthered her education at Oakland Junior College and later The University of Maine at Augusta. She married Floyd Harkins Jr. on May 17, 1964, and moved from California to Maine where together they raised five children.

She worked for Laverdiere’s Drug Stores as a pharmacy technician early on. She then went on to work for the State of Maine Department of Taxation and later, Land Use Regulation until her retirement.

Tammy loved animals, especially dogs and horses. She had many dogs during her lifetime. Tammy was an avid gardener; you could count on seeing her on a warm day working in her beautiful flower gardens. Some of her other hobbies included reading and sewing.

Tammy was predeceased by her parents Joseph and Tamara LoCicero, her husband Floyd Harkins Jr., her in-laws James and Glenda Campbell, brother George LoCicero and sister Carol Miller.

She is survived by her five children, Scott (Heidi) Harkins, Floyd (Amy) Harkins, Lynwood (Linda) Harkins, Kristie (Rob) Kinard, Justin (Kelly) Harkins; 11 grandchildren, Trista (Joey) Bergeron, Cameron (Nicole) Harkins, Chase (Kylee) Harkins, Adam, Drew and Nicholas Harkins, Austen and Hanna Kinard, Cooper, Audrey and Bella Harkins; five great-grandchildren, Aden, Nevaeh, Mayson, Jenson and Lynnox; two brothers, Joseph and Ben LoCicero.

A private service 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, the family requests donations be made to a local animal shelter.

RICHARD A. McCASLIN

WINSLOW – Richard A. McCaslin, 71, passed away peacefully Tuesday, November 21, 2023, at MaineGeneral Medical Center. He was born April 15, 1952, the son of Walter and Katherine (Hodson) McCaslin.

Richard attended local schools and graduated from Winslow High School in 1971.

After graduation Richard enlisted in the U.S. Navy where he would meet his future wife of 46 years while stationed in Puerto Rico. After his service, Richard worked for Eastern Electric as an Electrical Rewinder, he was highly sought after. Richard loved being on the lake fishing, and spending time with his family and friends.

Richard was predeceased by his parents; brother, Michael; and son, Keith.

He is survived by his wife, Kitty (Kathryn); brothers, Jeffrey and wife Tina McCaslin, and Darren and Judy Daigault; grandchildren, Kaitlyn, Marilyn, and James.

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.

ANTHONY W. COCCO JR.

OAKLAND – Anthony William Cocco Jr., 76, passed away on Saturday, November 18, 2023. Tony was born December 21, 1946, in Everett, Massachusetts, to parents Anthony Cocco Sr. and Carolyn (Treat) Cocco.

He was a 1964 graduate of Williams High School, in Oakland, and a 1971 graduate of the University of Maine. Tony taught fifth grade and special needs classes at MSAD #47 until 1977.

After leaving teaching, Tony went into the restaurant and club management field. He taught disco lessons, managed The Courthouse at Champions Fitness Club, in Waterville, and was the premier maître d’ at Lombardo’s of Boston, just to name a few.

In 1968 Tony was the New England Coordinator for Robert Kennedy’s presidential campaign, an attainment of which he was incredibly proud.

Tony’s accomplishments are by far, too many to mention. From sports, to theater, to politics, he excelled in each of them. His biggest achievement, however, is the legacy he leaves behind as a kind, thoughtful man. He will be missed by all who were lucky enough to have known him.

He was predeceased by both parents, stepmother, Helen Cocco, stepfather, Stacy Trask; and brother-in-law, Marshall Roy.

Tony is survived by his daughter, Laura White and her family, of Kennebunk; his siblings Linda Cocco Roy, of Winslow, Cheryl Cocco Michaud and husband Jerry, of Cincinnati, Ohio, Tina Trask Boag and husband David, of Oakland, Valerie Trask Paul and husband John, of Arizona, and Timothy Trask, of Oakland; his nieces and nephews, Matthew Roy and wife Denise, of Winslow, Jess Cassese and husband Sabato, of Portland, Marlo Lawrence and husband Kevin, of Ohio, Kari Parson and husband Jeff, of Tennessee, Kristie Harris, of Tennessee, Bill McKinnon and wife Malin, of Brunswick, Amanda Boag-Breton and husband Patrick, of Oakland, and Andrew Cloutier, of Oakland; and many great-nieces and nephews; and his former wife, Helena Bonnell Gilman, of Kennebunk.

A celebration of a life well lived will be held on January 9, 2024, at noon, at The Pointe Afta, in Winslow. A private graveside service will be held at a later date.

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

JEANNETTE I. ROY

AUGUSTA – Jeannette I. Roy, 94, of Winslow, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 21, 2023, at Maine Veterans Home, in Augusta. Jeannette was born to George and Rose Anna Brousseau, in Waterville, on August 10, 1929.

She received her GED and worked as an inspector for the C.F. Hathaway Co., in Waterville. Jeannette married Richard Donald Roy on November 20, 1948, and raised five children.

Jeannette loved spending time with her children and grandchildren. She was very creative and artistic and loved making crafts, oil and tole painting, ceramics, macrame and floral arrangements. She also enjoyed music, singing, dancing, gardening and taking care of her many house plants.

She would spend hours playing the guitar and piano and reading was a great past time. Jeannette also adored cats. She was always happy and smiling and enjoyed being with her many friends. Most of all she was a loving wife and mother.

Jeannette was predeceased by her parents George and Rose Anna, sisters Germaine MacDonald and her husband Raymond, Lucille Jacques and her husband Raymond, brothers Lucien Brousseau I and Lucien Brousseau II and his wife Thelma, Adrien Brousseau, Leo Paul Brousseau and Harold Brousseau and granddaughter Kayla Jessie Brown.

Survivors include daughters Nancy J. Roy, of Cummings, Georgia, and her daughter Tammy Kennedy, Doreen A. Roy, of Winslow, Lisa M. Silva and husband Joseph T. Silva, of Fayette; two sons David R. Roy and wife Cathie Roy, of Meridianville, Alabama, and Brian M. Roy, of Portland; grandchildren Travis Bickford and wife Lily Baker, Heather Bickford, Kaitlin Bickford, Melissa A. Hayden and husband Ryan Hayden, Kyle F. Brown, Christopher D. Brown; and great-grandchildren Gavyn and Emma Hayden, Winter Merkens and Brooks Schroeder.

At her request, there will be no visiting hours.

A private graveside service will be held.

Arrangements are under the direction and care of Veilleux and Redington Funeral Home, 8 Elm Street, Waterville, Maine. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at http://www.VeilleuxFuneralHome.com for the Roy family.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Resident Activities Fund at the Maine Veterans Home, in Augusta.

EARLE N.WELCH SR.

WAYNE – Earle N. Welch, Sr., 88, of Wayne, passed away at home on Tuesday, November 21,2023. He was born in Augusta on July 24, 1935, the son of Norman and Frances (Cady) Welch.

He married Gladys D. Baker, in Windsor, on August 31, 1963, and shared 38 years with her.

Earle was a self-taught, lifelong mechanic who was able to fix almost anything with an engine and was truly a simple man. In his free time, he loved hunting, fishing, dancing, and gardening. Earle was often found helping others with anything for which he was called.

In addition to his parents, Earle is predeceased by his wife, as well as four brothers and three sisters.

Earle leaves behind his three sons, Earle Welch Jr., Carl Welch and his wife Beth, James Welch and his wife Jill; and daughter, Roxanne Zwaga and her husband Chris; several grandchildren, great-grandchildren; two sisters, Alice Baxter and Norma Welch; nieces, and nephews.

A funeral service was held on Tuesday, November 28, at Knowlton & Hewins Funeral Home, 1 Church Street, Augusta.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to any charity of your choice.

Arrangements are in the care of Knowlton & Hewins Funeral Home and Cremation Care, One Church St., Augusta, where memories, condolences and photos may be shared with the family on the obituary page of our website at www.khrfuneralhomes.com.

HORACE E. ROBINSON

ALBION – Horace E. Robinson, 82, died peacefully on Saturday, November 25, 2023, in Bangor. He was born on June 9, 1941, in Benton, a son of the late Kelsey and Edith (Chamberlain) Robinson.

He graduated from Besse High School, in Albion, with the class of 1959, and retired from the Maine Department of Transportation after 39 years.

Horace enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping, traveling, and especially Pam’s good cooking. He was a Little League coach and a member of the Sebasticook Lodge #146 A.F & A.M. for over 50 years. He was also an active member of the Shriners of Lewiston and a charter member of the Albion Lions Club. His greatest joy was cooking a turkey for the Lions Thanksgiving meal for the seniors of Albion.

Horace leaves behind his wife of 31 years, Pam; his children, Lauri Keegan (James), of New York, Amy Norwood (Henry), of Illinois, Melinda Pelletier, of Benton, Sherryl Gray, of Florida, and Michael Hughes (Jennifer), of Ohio; 17 grandchildren, which he took great joy in taking all 17 to Disney World; six great-grandchildren and one more on the way; brothers, Gary Robinson (Mary), of Palermo, and Eugene Robinson, of Winslow; sisters, Maxine Dennis, of Augusta, and Joanne Gagnon (Roger), of Benton; and several nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by his parents; and son, Joel Robinson.

A funeral service will be held at 2:30 p.m., Sunday, December 10, 2023, at the Shorey-Nichols Funeral Home, 191 Hartland Ave., Pittsfield, with Pastor Nicholas Kozak officiating.

A committal will be held in the spring of 2024 at the Puddledock Cemetery, South Freedom Road, Albion.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be given to his church, Heritage Reformed Church Fellowship, 325 Main St., Suite 179, Waterville, ME, 04901.

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

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

DEATH NOTICE

FRANK E. HUDSON

WINSLOW – Frank E Hudson, 90, of Winslow, passed away on Thursday, November 16, 2023. Arrangements by Dan and Scott’s,  Skowhegan.

LAWRENCE A. TILTON

WINSLOW – Lawrence A. Tilton, 88, passed away Tuesday, October 17, 2023, following a short illness. Lawrence was born in Skow­hegan to Myron and Fern Tilton on February 21, 1935.

Lawrence is best known for owning Tilton’s Dairy Bar and Tilton’s Log Cabin Restaurant. Lawrence was most proud of his sons’ musical abilities. He made sure they had what they needed to succeed as musicians. Lawrence enjoyed being part of Skowhegan Music Boosters when Larry and Greg were in school. Then in later years, he spent time going to clubs to dance and listen to Larry play in bands.

He was predeceased by son Gregory Tilton; mother to his children Wilma Tilton; father Myron Tilton, mother and stepfather Fern and Carroll Beal.

Lawrence is survived by son Larry Tilton; daughter-in-law Suzanne Tilton; granddaughter Alyssa Tilton, Anne-Marie Dubois and Stephanie Thompson.

SANDRA TUTTLE

BENTON – Sandra Tuttle, of Benton, passed away on Saturday, October 28, 2023. She was born in Man­chester, New Hamps­hire, to Clarence and Denise Bean.

She attended Lowell High School, in Lowell, Massachusetts. She worked as a telephone operator in her early 20s. She started her family in Dracut, Massachusetts, with Robert Schutz whom she had four children with. They decided to move to Maine in 1988 to raise their children. They found a beautiful farmhouse in Benton.

Sandy worked for C. F. Hathaway Shirt Factory, in Waterville, until the mill shut down; then in a warehouse as a shift leader and ended her career as a telephone operator for L.L. Bean.

Together Sandy and Robert raised their children. Sandy enjoyed going to the beach, visiting friends and really loved being a mémère most of all. She was an avid cribbage player. She often played in many tournaments. Sandy found her new church after the passing of her first husband. The Clinton Baptist Church became her new family, and this is where she met her second husband, Roger Tuttle.

Her retirement years were spent enjoying all life had to offer. Sandy and Roger were married and began a new life together. They were the cutest couple filled with so much love. They could be found almost anywhere hand and hand. They enjoyed going to camp, to the movies, visiting friends and family and providing support to everyone around them. They spent many Sundays going to church and family functions, or just sitting together listening to some great music from the ‘50s and ‘60s.

Sandra was predeceased by Robert Schutz; Roger Tuttle, Tara Schutz, Ellisa Nelson.

She is survived by her children, Greg and Kathy Bean, of New Hampshire, Kurt Schutz, of Massachusetts, Eric Schutz, of Maine, Holly Holmes, of Maine, Tammy Schutz, of New Hampshire; stepchildren Paul Schutz, of Massachusetts, Robin Schutz, of Massachusetts; her grandchildren, Corey Schutz, Riley Holmes, Keith Fennelly, Allianna Fennelly, Julia Schutz, Alicia O’Brien, Rickey Saunders, Angelique and David Schutz, of Massachusetts, and William and Jacob Bean, of New Hampshire; great, great grandchildren Liam and Addison Bean and Connor and Logan Bean, of New Hampshire.

A memorial service will be held at the Clinton Baptist Church, in Clinton, on Saturday, November 18, 2023, at 1 p.m., with a celebration to be held after the services in the hall.
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, donations can be made to: Clinton Baptist Church, 10 Spring Street, Clinton, Maine 04927.

RITA M. GLIDDEN

VASSALBORO – Rita M. (Pare) Arbour Glidden, 95, passed away on Sunday, October 29, 2023.

Burial will take place at a later date at the Maine Veteran’s Cemetery.

Arrange­ments are being handled by Plummer Funeral Home, 16 Pleasant St., Augusta, ME 04330. Condolences, stories, and photos may be shared by visiting http://www.plummerfh.com.

FLORENCE C. MESERVE

WINSLOW – Florence Cecile (Bonin) Meserve, 88, passed away on Wednesday, Nov. 1, 2023. Florence was born in her family’s Westbrook home on January 15, 1935, and was the daughter of the late Ephrem and Bernadette (Harvey) Bonin. She attended St. Hyacinth’s School and Westbrook High School.

Florence was married to the late Robert Meserve for 50 years before his passing in 2007.

As a young adult, Florence worked for several businesses including Sebago Shoes and the local drugstore’s soda fountain. In 1957, she married the love of her life, Bob, and eventually moved to the Waterville area to settle down and raise their family. She really enjoyed being a wife and mother to her five children. Extremely generous and giving, she always loved unconditionally. Her grandchildren became a big part of her life, and she was very proud of all of them and being called their “Memere”. She’ll always be remembered as a great cook and homemaker. Every meal included a dessert, and every holiday was beautifully decorated, even President’s Day!

She really enjoyed her time traveling the world with her husband and looked forward to going places that would get her away from the rough Maine winters. Along with dressing to the nines wherever she went, Florence and her husband spent their free time socializing with their close friends. Florence had many cherished friends and stayed in close contact with all of them. These relationships lasted for decades.

After her husband passed away, she downsized and moved into a condo in Winslow with her son Matthew. They enjoyed sitting back and watching the trials and tribulations of the Boston Red Sox and taking care of each other. In the last few years, she started playing bridge and volunteering with Caring Friends. She left her family with a treasure trove of unforgettable memories.

She was predeceased by her husband, Bob; son, James; siblings Armand and his wife, Hazel, Donald, Arthur, George and his wife, Lorina, Emile and his wife, Muriel, as well as Georgette and husband, Raymond Cote.

Florence is survived by her children, John and his wife Anke, of New York, New York, Paul and his wife Patricia, of Falmouth, Mark, of Waterville, Matthew, of Winslow; dear “Mémère” of Margaret and Kathleen, of Boston, Massachusetts, and Brendan, Anna and Luke, of Long Island, New York. She shared a special relationship with her former daughter-in-law, Andrea Meserve; sisters-in-law Donna and Sherrill Bonin; cousin, Maurice Harvey; also including many nieces and nephews.

A communicant of Corpus Christi Parish, a Mass of Christian burial was held on Wednesday November 15, at St. John the Baptist Church, in Winslow. A celebration of Florence’s life was held after Mass. Internment alongside Bob and Jim at St. Hyacinth’s Cemetery, in Westbrook, will take place with her family at a later date.

Arrangements are in the care of Dan and Scott’s Cremation and Funeral Services in Skowhegan where condolences, photos, and special memories may be shared at https://dsfuneral.com/obituaries/florence-cecile-meserve.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to: Maine Children’s Home Christmas Program, Development Dept., 93 Silver St., Waterville, ME 04901.

CONSTANCE E. SNOW

WINSLOW – Constance Elaine (Kervin) Snow, 95, of Winslow, died peacefully at home Thursday, November 2, 2023. She was born on January 3, 1928, to William and Mary (McInnis) Kervin, in Waterville.

She graduated from Waterville High School in 1945 and graduated from the Fay Secretarial School, in Boston. She married the love of her life, Kenneth Snow, in September 1958, and they enjoyed 51 years together until his death in 2009.

In addition to raising her family, Elaine worked for Maine Central Railroad for 30 years as a stenographer, freight car clerk and lead clerk typist. She taught CCD at Sacred Heart Parish, in Waterville, for several years. She was a parishioner of St. John the Baptist, Corpus Christi Parish, in Winslow. Following retirement, Elaine and Ken enjoyed their winters in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, where they made many wonderful life-long friends.

She was an active member of Champions Fitness Club,, in Waterville, for 34 years until the age of 92, enjoying the many friendships she made there. She and Ken were members of Lakeview Golf Club, in Burnham, for several years. She continued to enjoy golfing with her good friends Joan and Dick Roderigue and Mary Anne Trafton. She played her last round of golf at the age of 94. Elaine also loved family get-togethers, traveling, kayaking, bowling, eating out, playing cards and her daily Sudoku.

Elaine is survived by her son, David, of China, daughters, Susan Gurney, of The Villages, Florida, Lisa and her husband Kurt Manelick, of China, and Linda and her husband Scott Dart, of Winslow; six grandsons, Nicholas, Jeffrey and his wife Tory and Andrew Gurney; Christopher Snow and Evan and Holden Dart; great-granddaughter, Margot Gurney; as well as several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Elaine was predeceased by her husband; her son, William; her parents; her sisters and brothers-in-law, Helen and Lester Franck, of Auburn, and Virginia and Everett Gager, of Ridgefield, Connecticut;.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 9 a.m. Saturday, November 18, 2023, at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, 26 Monument Street, Winslow. The family will hold a private graveside burial service at the Maine Veterans Cemetery, in Augusta, where she will be laid to rest beside her husband.

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

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Elaine’s memory to her favorite charity of providing free hot lunch to students in need at Winslow Elementary School, 285 Benton Ave., Winslow, ME 04901 or to MaineGeneral Hospice, 10 Water St., Suite 307, Waterville, ME 04901.

LARRY K. PAMPHREY

FAIRFIELD – Larry Kempton Pamphrey, 82, passed away at the Maine Veterans Homes in Scarborough, on Thursday, November 2, 2023. Larry was born on February 2, 1941, in Norridgewock, son to Lena (Stickney) and Elmer Pamphrey.

He attended Lawrence High School, in Fairfield, and then went on to the U.S. Army where he attended electronics school and then jump school at Ft. Bragg, North Carolina, and became a member of the 82nd Airborne Division.

Afterward he attended Wentworth Institute, in Boston, Massachusetts, and then the University of Maine-Orono, studying electrical engineering. His first job in the electronics industry was at the National Semiconductor, in South Portland, in 1966. Larry continued to pursue the electronics industry until 1986.

In 1986 Larry was inspired to create sports fields at LHS that reflected the same level of pride that the athletes had in their school. He took courses in turf management and turned the sports complex into a show piece. He loved that this brought him closer to the kids, parents and the camaraderie of school sports. You could always find Larry making rounds to the fields moving sprinklers, walking the turf or mowing the grass.

Larry had deep love and pride for his children, family and friendships. He enjoyed being outside camping, fishing, gardening and exploring new places with his friends and family. Lasting memories were made at the family camp in Unity, Brassua Lake, in California, with his girls and with his lifelong friends.

He was predeceased by his parents, Lena and Elmer Pamphrey; his sister, Pamela Dyer; and his son, Randy Pamphrey.

He is survived by his daughters Libbi Pamphrey, of South Portland, Heather Wilson and her husband Dan, of Fairfield, and by Kenneth Pamphrey and his spouse Michael, of Fairfield; along with his grandson, Derek Pamphrey, of Waterville; his sister, Joyce Decker and his sister Pam Dyer’s children.

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.

PATRICIA H. HARDING

BELMONT – Patricia H. (Harding) Higgins, 86, passed away peacefully Saturday, November 4, 2023, due to cancer. She was born in China.

She is a graduate of Erskine Academy, in South China, and Thomas Business School, in Waterville. She married her life time love Milton Higgins in 1955. Together in 1964 they moved to Belmont and raised their six children.

Patricia will be remembered for her passionate love for her family, church family and community of friends. She was teased that she never met a stranger, just friends she hadn’t hugged yet.

Her main hobby was people and her life’s purpose was to spread God’s love with a servant’s heart.

Patricia was predeceased by her parents Lawrence and Gladys Harding, of China, and in-laws Roland and Muriel Higgins, of Albion, siblings, Dennis Harding, Nelson Harding and Muriel Adams, all of China, her husband, Milton Higgins Sr., and daughters Sandra Littlefield, of Charlotte, and Sally Higgins, of Belmont.

Patricia is survived by her children Susan and Dale Finley, of Northport, Sharon and Carmen Torrey, of Dawsonville, Georgia, Shirley and David Diepenbrock, of Deltona Florida, and Milton and Wendy Higgins Jr., of Swanville; her sisters Marilyn Levesque, Priscilla Gould and brother-in- law Allen Higgins; 14 grandchildren, Sonja, Crissy, Amanda, Victoria, James, Travis, Patrick, Carmen Rae, Anna, Tristan, Caitie, Ashley, John and Elias; 18 great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.

A Celebration of Life was held on Sunday, November 12, 2023, Veracity Chapel (Morrill Baptist Church), in Morrill.

In lieu of flowers gifts can be sent for the new church building for the Ivanga people of Papua New Guinea, at https://ethnos360.org/missionaries/david-and-shirley-diepenbrock (https://ethnos360.org/missionaries/david-and-shirley-diepenbrock), or to the Childhood Evangelism Fellowship Neighborhood House in Belfast Maine. https://www.cefofmaine.org/chapters/the-neighborhood-house/. Memories and condolences may be shared with the family at www.ripostafh.com.

CARI M. PHILBRICK

SIDNEY – Cari M. Philbrick, 49, died Saturday, November 4, 2023, at the Alfond Center for Health, in Augusta, following a long illness. She was born in Augusta on June 25, 1974, a daughter of John A. and Rebecca M. (Pelotte) Philbrick.

Ms. Philbrick was a graduate of Messalonskee High School, in Oakland, Thomas College, in Waterville, and Northwood University, in West Palm Beach, Florida.

She had been employed by the State of Maine, Department of Health and Human Services for several years.

Cari loved horses, camping, the Miami Dolphins and quilting. She was a Cub Scout leader, belonged to 4-H and the Silver Spur Riding Club.

Ms. Philbrick was predeceased by her maternal grandparents, Leonard and Geraldine Pelotte and her paternal grandparents, Clarence and Joan Philbrick.

She is survived by her children, Garrett and Ryder Bernier, of Sidney; her parents, John A. and Rebecca M. (Pelotte) Philbrick, of Sidney; her sister, Lisa Philbrick and her significant other Travis Willette, of Sidney; her brother, Matthew Philbrick and his significant other Megan Cross, of Sidney; nephews, John and Joey Philbrick; nieces, Kristen Thompson, Morgan Arbour and Mia Philbrick; many aunts, uncles and cousins.

A private graveside service will be held at a later date.

Arrangements are under the care of Plummer Funeral Home, 16 Pleasant St., Augusta. Condolences, stories and photos may be shared through the funeral home website at: http://www.plummerfh.com.

The family requests that donations in Cari’s memory be made to Silver Spur Riding Club, c/o KV Federal Credit Union, 316 West River Rd., Augusta, ME 04330.

ROBERT “CUFFY” PHAIR

WINSLOW – Robert R. Phair “Cuffy”, 91, passed away on Sunday, November 5, 2023. He had many health issues over the last five years. Cuffy was born on May 10, 1932, to Ernest and Catherine (Goodchild) Phair, in Berlin, New Hampshire.

He moved to Waterville as a child and graduated from Waterville Senior High in 1951, before attending the University of Maine-Orono. Cuffy married Janice Fortier in 1951 and they had three children Scott, Peter, and Melanie. Later he married Lana Bragg in 1988 and were married for 35 years.

Cuffy worked for 42 years as a Pharmaceutical Representative for Glaxo Smith Kline. He excelled at his job and retired in 2002. He was a member of the Winslow Baptist Church for many years. He was also involved in the Elks Club and his hobbies included golf, tennis, woodworking, crossword puzzles, and reading. He was very proud of his Irish heritage and super proud of his grandchildren.

He was predeceased by both his mother and father; sister Eleanor, brothers Ernest, Clayton, Donald, and Arnold; stepdaughter Kristen Caouette; and mother-in-law Glenna Bragg.

Cuffy is survived by his wife Lana; children; Scott (Karen), Peter, Melanie, Lynn Jurdak (Nick), and Shannon Lockwood (Joel); grandchildren, Josh Phair, Jessica Phair, Ally Phair, Olivia Wheat, Sophia Wheat, Jalyn Thompson, Noah Michaud, Madelyn Lockwood, Norah Lockwood, and Jared Smith; great-grandchildren Quinn and Chloe Phair, Aria Thompson, Liam Michaud, Jared Jr., and Rylan Smith; sister Shirley Roy (Chubby); sisters-in-law Judy Whitaker (Colby) and Donna Glenn (Jerald); and brother-in-law Wayne Richardson (Dodi).

A memorial service will be held at Winslow Baptist Church, 1040 Augusta Road, in Winslow, on Sunday, November 19, 2023, at 1 pm. Immediately following there will be a reception at the Children’s Discovery Museum, formerly First Congregational Church, at 7 Eustis Parkway in Waterville.

Condolences, photos, and special memories may be shared at https://dsfuneral.com/obituaries/robert-phair.

In lieu of flowers, a contribution can be made to the Winslow Community Cupboard, 12 Lithgrow St., Winslow, ME 04901.

GLORIA J. BROWN

CLINTON – Gloria J. Brown, 73, died on Tuesday, November 7, 2023, in Waterville. She was born on September 24, 1950, in Oakland, the daughter of the late Raymond and Clara (Morrison) Campbell.

She loved to cook and was famous for her biscuits. She enjoyed knitting hats and mittens and giving them to those in need. She loved her family, enjoyed making the kids happy, and was a mother to many. She loved the holidays and always enjoyed working the super slide for Smokey’s Greatest Show.

She is survived by her husband, David Brown; children, Carla Tuttle and husband Keith, Herbie Watson, Brenda Wakefield and husband Roger, Amy Crommett and fiancé Eric Vigue, Nathan Watson, David Mason, and Mary Dillenbeck and husband Matt; 17 grandchildren; granddaughter, Selena Watson; many great-grandchildren; siblings, Brenda Lambert and husband Mike, Raymond Campbell Jr, Clarence Campbell, Pam Lavelle, Gail Whitney, Eugene Campbell, Wilda Bradstreet, Cindy Miller and husband Royce, Pauline Sibley and husband Clifford, and Cathy Moshier and fiancé Stephen Richardson; brother-in-law, Allen Hartsgrove; and many nieces and nephews.

She was predeceased by her parents; infant daughter Ann, daughter Cheryl Cahill; grandsons, Nathan, Joseph, and Dustin; a great-granddaughter; and siblings, Gloria, Vernal, Marie, and Sylvia.

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

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

JUDY A. GRANT

CHINA – Judy A. Grant, 78, of China, passed away on Wednesday, November 8, 2023, at her home following a lengthy battle with her health. Judy was born on November 14, 1944, to Mellvin and Regina Lawrence.

In 1961, Judy married Joe Grant, the love of her life, her “Charlie”. Together they began their life, had three children and moved to the Maine from Connecticut in m1976.

Judy had various jobs throughout the years but the two she was most known for, and she talked about the most, was her bus driving in Connecticut and cake decorating. She loved baking cakes and decorating them for all occasions. When arthritis got the best of her hands, she reluctantly gave that up.

Judy had a heart of gold and wore it on her sleeve; she would help anyone if she could. She was beautiful with the written word; to her, intelligence was the counter measure to many problems we face today. She would encourage you to think by being quick with her wit. She spoke her mind freely and always had great advice and insight, even when you didn’t ask for it.

Judy had a few hobbies and various interests. Above all, Elvis, Lucy and Charlie were on top of her list. She loved Disney movies with Beauty and the Beast, as her favorite. Others include Phantom of the Opera, Wizard of Oz and The Rifleman. Judy was also known for her love of cooking and baking. Her clam dip was expected at family gatherings and her apple pie during the holidays. She also shared “Taco Tuesday” with her granddaughter, Emily.

Judy was predeceased by her brothers-in-law, Robert Pepoli and Jerry Grant, her husband Joe in 2009, her great-grandson Noah in 2012 and her daughter Kelly in 2023.

She is survived by her son Scott (Trish) and daughter Shannon (Carlton); grandchildren Melissa, Nick, Emily, George, Shane and Sarah; great-grandchildren Grant, Charlotte, Aubrey, Autumn, Lilian, Arthur and Connor; siblings Jimmy and Charlene Lawrence, Carol and Tom Siviski, Sheila Pepoli; sister-in-law Patty Grant, of Connecticut.

Love fiercely and freely; it is the greatest gift you can give and the one that others take with them when you’re gone. Judy will always be remembered for the love she gave others.

A Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, December 9, 2023, at 1 p.m., at China Baptist Church, Causeway Rd., China. A gathering will follow.

RICHARD P. WILLIAMS

WINSLOW – Richard Paul Williams, 81, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 8, 2023, in his favorite chair while watching his favorite gameshow channel. He was born December 3, 1941, three months after Jean (his wife) and was delivered by the same physician, Dr. Ovid Pomerleau, at the same hospital. His parents were Winfield Elias Williams and Margaret Serena Stevens Williams.

At the age of 10, his family moved from Waterville to Winslow where he would remain.

He met the love of his life, Jean Fedorovich, in the fourth grade at Halifax Street School. They were married for more than 45 years and shared 58 Christmases. They are together again.

His grandparents were Clinton Stevens and Edith Bickford Stevens and William Williams and Mary Smith Williams.

He and Jean graduated from Winslow High School in 1960. He earned an associate degree and a bachelor’s degree at Thomas College, in Waterville, and a master’s degree at the University of Maine. He was a teacher and administrator in the town of Winslow for 39 years. He worked at UPS when it first came to Central Maine doing the operation report.

Richard and Jean were members of the Pleasant Street United Methodist Church, in Waterville. They co-chaired several committees and helped establish Young at Heart. He was the former vice president of the Howard Cemetery, in Winslow. He was a member of the Winslow Ed. Assoc., Maine Teachers Assn., Nat. Ed. Assn., and the Elementary Principals Assn. He served as an official for state sanctioned high school swim meets and YMCA Dolphin swim meets.

If Jean was involved, Dick was driving and/or lugging. They were a team in all they did. They were strong supporters of all their children’s activities. Field hockey, even in the snow, all day state swim meets at Orono and Bowdoin, cheerleading championships in Bangor, Homecoming Queen pageant in New Hampshire, Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, fishing and hunting, and much more. From Jean’s Girl Scout tent, to an L.L. Bean tent, to a pop-up camper, to a Lexington RV, camping was always part of their lives.

They also traveled throughout New England, the entire Eastern Seaboard from Maine to Florida, six Eastern Canadian Provinces and Nassau. In Dick’s later years, he traveled to many destinations with his daughter Susan and son-in-law Rick. They shared vacations and great adventures in Hawaii: Oahu, Kauai, the big island and Maui, Alaska: Fairbanks, the North Pole, Chena Hot Springs, Sitka, Ketchikan, Anchorage, the Canadian Rockies: Banff and Jasper, Turks and Caicos: Grace Bay, the Bahamas: Nassau, Exuma Island, Paradise Island: Atlantis, Bermuda, Key West, Disney World, Mohegan Sun: Barrett Jackson, Niagara Falls and more. He enjoyed Maine road trips, especially in his T-Bird with the top down.

Richard is survived by their children, Susan Elizabeth Williams Dutil and husband Rick, of Winslow, Janna Jean Smith, of Key West, Florida, and Christopher Paul Williams, of Jackman; and one grandchild, Brianna Kathryn LaFond, who he called Breezie.

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 send your donations to: Winslow Elementary School for local youth learning or the Winslow High School music program.

LAURIE A. POULIN

WATERVILLE – Laurie Ann Pelletier Poulin passed away on Thursday, October 12, 2023.

A Cele­­bration of Life will be held Nov­ember 19, 2023, from noon to 4 p.m., at the Winslow VFW, 175 Veteran Drive, Winslow.

Arrangements are under the direction and care of Gallant Funeral Home, 10 Elm Street, Waterville. A full obituary can be found at http://www.gallantfh.com.

 

 

 

 

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HENRY C. DILLENBECK

EXETER, New Hampshire – Henry “Hank” C. Dillenbeck, 94, passed away Wednesday, October 18, 2023. He was born August 18,1929, in Pittsfield, Massa­chusetts, to parents Ben and Emilie.

Henry along with his siblings, lived in Interlaken, New Jersey, before settling in China, Maine, where he had spent summers with his grandparents. After attending Coburn Classical Institute for Boys, in Waterville, Hank obtained a bachelor’s degree in forestry from the University of Maine, Orono.

Having been admitted into pilot school his senior year, he enlisted in the U.S. Air Force after graduation. He trained in the desert heat of Arizona before he was deployed to serve in the Korean War in 1953. He flew several missions and endured enemy gunfire, which left him with permanent tinnitus. One positive memory of his time in Korea was the chance to meet Marilyn Monroe, whose picture he proudly displayed as a widower in later life.

Hank returned to civilian life in 1957 and was proud to be hired by what he considered the best airline in the world, American Airlines. Based out of Boston, he purchased an old Colonial in Kensington, New Hampshire, with seven acres of land – the perfect setting to grow vegetables and maintain his small farm with laying hens, ducks, Canada geese, quail, pheasant, sheep, steers, oxen and the family dog Snoopy.

After flying the Boeing 727 for 30 years, he took early retirement in 1987, and relocated back to family property in China. A pilot by profession, in his heart, Hank considered himself a biologist, a farmer, an ad­venturer, and a man from Maine. Even into his 90s, he would fondly tell new acquaintances, “I never worked under a roof!” “Biologist Hank” could rattle off the identities of seemingly any tree, bird or insect (including the Latin ones) and was particularly fond of butterflies of which he had a prized collection. (His eggshell and Indian arrowhead collections, a close second and third.)

“Farmer Hank” loved working in the woods to keep his home warm in the winter, living off his harvested vegetables all winter long, and hunting for deer with family and friends.

“Adventurer Hank” enjoyed fly-fishing in Canada, hiking into the Grand Canyon, mushing huskies in the arctic circle, trekking across glaciers in Switzerland, going on safari in Africa, and soaking up the natural beauty found in the breezes and women of Hawaii.

Hank lived a life of vigor and wanderlust, and was a man who “stayed on his feet”, just as his father instructed him to do.

“Man from Maine Hank” designed and built a cedar log camp at Killdeer Point, on China Lake, the perfect launching point to paddle his birch bark canoe, (a preferred vessel over a noisy and polluting motor boat), skip rocks at Killdeer Point, or sleep tentless under the stars. He built and installed the World Traveler Signpost still located at the four corners, in South China Village.

He cared deeply for environmental conservation and contributed to numerous wildlife groups. In both New Hampshire and Maine, he served on the boards of the town library, historical society, and community church. He was an enthusiast of Native American and Japanese culture, western art, early American history, and he supported and volunteered at the New Hampshire Farm Museum, and The Benedict Arnold Expedition Historical Society. When old age finally forced its hand, dimming once eagle-eyed vision and restricting his step, reading – another favorite pastime – became a welcomed escape and comfort. A good book took Hank to places he’d visited and still wished to explore.

He was predeceased by his wife Noriko in 2020.

He is survived by his children, Chris Gernert, of Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, Lee Young, and Amy Dillenbeck, both of Exeter, New Hampshire; four grandchildren; brother Richard Dillenbeck, of Augusta, Georgia, and China.

There will be a private family interment of ashes this summer in Waterville, followed by a celebration of life with friends at the camp he built on Killdeer Point, in China.

TERESA BUTKIEWICZ

AUGUSTA – Teresa Butkiewicz, 97, passed away on Tuesday, October 10, 2023, at Maine Veterans’ Home, in Augusta. Terri was born to Omer and Doris Proulx, in Oakland, on July 30, 1926.

Following her graduation from Waterville’s Mt. Merici Academy, Terri attended the Boston Conservatory of Music to pursue her passion for opera and to hone her beautiful mezzo-soprano voice. She later moved to New York City, where she immersed herself in its rich opera and classical music culture. In New York, Terri met Alexander Butkiewicz, who was attending Columbia College as he prepared for a career in medicine.

Terri and Alex were married in 1956. Lisa was born in 1958 and Christopher arrived in 1960. After Alex graduated from Boston University Medical School and served as a flight surgeon in the U.S. Air Force, he took his young family back to New York City, where he began his medical career. The family settled into a happy life in nearby Westchester County. Terri and Alex ultimately enjoyed retired life by dividing their time between their homes on China Lake, and in Palm Beach, Florida.

Terri will be remembered for her effervescent and charismatic personality, her enchanting operatic voice, and her love of the arts, travel, and all things French. In particular, she enjoyed singing with her local opera group, attending weekly performances at the Metropolitan Opera House, spending time with the Maryknoll Sisters, and entertaining at her home. A frequent full house of guests was clear evidence of Terri’s love of people – she had a gift for making everyone feel valued and welcome. Most of all, though, Terri will be remembered for her unshakable love of and dedication to her family.

Terri was preceded in death by a son, Christopher, and four siblings, Patricia, Raymond, Richard, and Shirley.

She is survived by her husband, Alexander, and daughter, Lisa.

A funeral Mass will be held at Notre Dame du Perpetual Secours Church, in Waterville, on Saturday, November 11, 2023, at 11 a.m.

A private interment will take place at St. Francis Cemetery on a date to be determined.

MARJORY L. LALIME

DAMARISCOTTA – Marjory Lucy (Robbins) (Feeney) Lalime, 91, of Damariscotta, peacefully passed away on Thursday, October 12, 2023, at LincolnHealth’s Miles Campus, in Damariscotta. She was born in Waterville on September 24, 1932, the daughter of Maurice Smiley Robbins and Malvena (Masse) Robbins.

Marjory attended Vassalboro schools and East Vassalboro Friends Meeting (Quaker). She graduated from Higgins Classical Institute, in Charleston, and continued her education at the University of Maine in Orono. There, she submitted the winning entry to name a new student gathering place, The Bear’s Den. Marjory graduated from the University of Maine in 1954 with a B.S. degree in nutrition. She completed a dietary internship at Beth Israel Hospital ,in Brookline, Massachusetts, in 1955.

One memorable event was the time Marjory got to shake John F. Kennedy’s hand at an event in Boston.

Marjory’s first career was as a dietician, beginning at Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts. She met Joseph Patrick Feeney, a Dorchester native and U.S. Air Force veteran; they married on June 23, 1957. Just three months later, as they were expecting their first child, “Joe” (aged 24 years) died of a heart attack. Now a young widow, Marjory returned to her parents’ home in East Vassalboro. In 1959, she married Ronald Lalime, a widower with three small children. Their combined family grew to six girls.

Marjory’s love of sewing allowed her creativity to thrive as she made clothing for her daughters. She was a wonderful interior decorator and created beautiful living spaces in all her homes, throughout her life.

Marjory resumed her career as a dietitian and worked at Thayer and Seton hospitals, in Waterville, for 15 years. During this time she took up running and won many prizes.

She moved to Midcoast Maine in 1983, started a new life and established the successful Serendipity House gift shop, which became the “store to visit” for both locals and tourists. She used her composed eye and was an intelligent marketer. She was always ready to offer her clients help in finding just the right gift. Her store was full of whimsical and also practical objects sourced from all over the world. Marjory was one of the first shopkeepers to practice recycling at her shop and encouraged other shop keepers in the community to do the same.

After retiring from her business in 2002, Marjory was active in multiple bridge groups in the Midcoast area. She organized The Lincoln Home weekly bridge group, served on the board of The Lincoln Home, and supported community health care for Lifespan Family Health. She loved her volunteer work at Skidompha Secondhand Book Shop. Marjory dedicated time to support Barack Obama’s campaign volunteers. She dabbled in local theater productions and was an avid reader, Scrabble player and river watcher. She passionately lived for 40 years on the Damariscotta River.

Marj enjoyed traveling to her children’s homes in many states: Florida, Missouri, New Mexico, California, and New York; also, to Italy, the former Yugoslavia, and Aruba. She vacationed with family in Maui, The Turks and Caicos Islands, and in the Caribbean. Her work for her shop took her to many locations in the U.S. on buying trips, which she greatly enjoyed.

Marjory was predeceased by her parents; and three brothers, Louis, Gerald, and Wallace.

She is survived by her six daughters; 11 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews.

A memorial service will be in May 2024, and held outside.

Notes of condolences may be expressed to the family in care of Andrea Lalime Keushguerian, at 52 Water St., Damariscotta, ME, 04543.

STEPHEN MONTMINY

BAR HARBOR – Stephen (Steve) Montminy, 65, died unexpectedly on Thursday, September 7, 2023, in a tragic accident on Mount Desert Island.

Steve, the oldest of five children, was born on February 15, 1958, to parents Philip Arthur and Joy Maire (Bureau) Montminy, in Portland. He grew up in Waterville and graduated from Waterville High School in 1977. If a common thread could be seen through Steve’s life, it would be his unerring and steadfast commitment to family and public service and the lifelong pursuit of helping people. Steve joined the United States Air Force in 1977 and had a highly successful career of 24 years, serving in Desert Storm. He retired as a Master Sergeant in 2001 with an Associate Degree in Applied Science under his belt, many honors, and countless peers and subordinates who called him a friend and mentor.

Steve started his prolific military career at Pease Air Force Base in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, as an avionics technician. Here he reconnected with a childhood acquaintance, Kathleen (Kat) Riley, of Winslow, who he quickly realized was his soul mate, best friend, and meant to be his wife. Without hesitation, Kat stepped into the role of wife and mother to Steve’s son, Nathaniel (Nate) Montminy, from his first marriage. The trio embarked on a life of fun and adventure together at stations in Atwater, California; Okinawa, Japan; and lastly, Grand Forks, North Dakota, where Steve retired from the Air Force.

Steve had a passion for learning and living life to its fullest. He earned his pilot’s license and diving certification in Okinawa, often spending weekends flying with Nate over the Ryukyu islands, diving among some of the most beautiful coral reefs in the world with Kat and Nate, and immersing himself in the Japanese culture. While overseas, he connected with many people who have spread across the world but remain lifelong friends and family.

Upon retiring, Steve, Kat and Nate settled in Bar Harbor, where he worked for Hinkley Yachts for two years and then stepped into his role for the last 21 years as the Chief Water Operator for the Northeast Harbor Water Plant, in the Mount Desert water district. Steve’s commitment to public service continued when he joined the Mount Desert Fire Department as a volunteer and EMT. He was also past president of the Blue Hill Rifle and Pistol Club, and a member of the American Legion and MDI Photo Club. Steve loved nothing more than making a connection with people. His mustache-lined smile and infectious laugh were hallmarks of the community. It was often joked that any activity with Steve would require hours of extra time because he would inevitably run into someone or a dozen someone’s he knew who would want to catch up. He was a kind and gentle soul who not only had an unparalleled way of connecting with people but also with animals. He had countless stories of fun animal encounters and spent most mornings feeding his chipmunk friends directly out of his hands and evenings chatting softly with the generations of deer that visited him on his back deck.

Steve is survived by his wife, Kat Montminy of Bar Harbor; and son, Nate Montminy, of Hampden (wife Lera and grandsons Cash and Bayu); sister Sharon Jolicoeur, of Oakland, (husband Ken, son Tyler and daughters Jessica and Kylie); brother Stan Montminy, of Waterville (wife Colleen and daughter Casey); sister Sonya Marrello, of Londonderry, New Hampshire (husband Joe and sons Matt St. Cyr, Alex St. Cyr and Andrew St. Cyr); and brother Philip Montminy Jr., of Las Vegas, Nevada (partner Kendra Gray and daughters Kaia and Jade); several cousins.

Steve was predeceased by his parents and a uncle, Lee Bureau.

A celebration of life was held on Thursday, October 5, 2023. A graveside service was held on Friday, October 6, 2023, at the Maine Veterans’ Memorial Cemetery, 143 Blue Star Ave., Augusta, ME.

Condolences may be expressed at www.jordanfernald.com.

SHARON A. KNIGHTS

UNITY – Sharon Alberta Knights, 80, died peacefully at Heritage Rehabilitation and Living Center, in Winthrop, on Saturday, October 21, 2023. She was born in Belgrade, April 20, 1943, daughter of Clyde E. Cummings and Rena V. (Warren) Cummings.

After graduating from Belgrade High School, she married the love of her life, Lewis Knights, with whom she had five children.

Sharon worked for Depositor’s Trust Co., in Waterville, for five years before beginning her long career at shoe manufacturers – Norwalk Shoe, New Balance, Dexter Shoe. After her position was eliminated at Dexter, she attended college at KennebecValley Community College (KVCC), in Fairfield, graduating in May 2001, then worked for Pine State Trading until retirement.

One of Sharon’s favorite pastimes was listening to classic country music. In her earlier years, she and Lewis frequented The Fox Den to enjoy country music and dance, and spent many weekends camping at Smith Pond, in Brighton. Finding treasures at yard sales and anniversary trips to Campobello Island were also favorite activities. After her husband passed, she learned to crochet and enjoyed making towel hangers for people, and was blessed with the company of close friends in Unity.

Sharon was predeceased by her husband, Lewis Knights; her parents; and her son, Kris Knights.

Sharon leaves behind four children: Sharon (Maurice) Cormier, of Belgrade, Keven (Katrina) Knights, of Virginia, Kurt (Gena) Knights, of Pennsylvania, and Rebecca (Russell ‘Kato’) Ramos, of Missouri; two brothers: Robert Cummings, of Oakland, and Carroll (Sharon) Cummings, of Vassalboro; 13 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren.

A graveside service will be held at 2 p.m., on Friday, November 3, 2023, at Gould Cemetery, in Smithfield; son-in-law, Russell Ramos will officiate.

A celebration of life will follow immediately at the North Belgrade Community Center (508 Smithfield Road).

Arrangements are in the care of Wheeler Funeral Home, 26 Church Street, Oakland where memories may be shared and an online register book signed by visiting http://www.lawrybrothers.com.

In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to a local food pantry.

AGNES M. CASSIDY

AUGUSTA – Agnes May Cassidy, 92, a veteran of the United States Army, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 21, 2023, while in the care of the Maine Veterans Home, in Augusta. Agnes was born in Skowhegan on May 15, 1931, to Daniel E. and Odell (Thibodeau) Cassidy.

The family moved to Portland before settling in Winslow in 1948. They owned and operated Cassidy’s Market, on Augusta Road, in Winslow, for many years.

After graduating from Winslow High School in 1949, Agnes enlisted in the Women’s Army Corps for a tour of duty and studied to become a laboratory technician. She was stationed at hospitals in Colorado, Virginia, Texas, Europe, and Okinawa. Deservedly so, Fitzsimons General Hospital, in Denver, Colorado, awarded her the Army Commendation Medal for Meritorious Service.

Agnes returned to the Northeast where she worked as a medical technician in New York. She continued her studies at Hudson River Valley Hospital, in Poughkeepsie, New York, to become a registered nurse, specializing in mental illness. She also earned a bachelor of science degree.

In 1960 Agnes was stationed at the 97th General Hospital (Army and Air Force) near Frankfurt, Germany. While there, Agnes discovered the sport of skiing. She introduced skiing to her brother, Daniel, and several of her nieces and nephews. She is, thankfully, responsible for creating a lifelong love of skiing for her family. Agnes also developed an interest in Volkswagen vans. After her return to the United States, with the help of family members stationed in Germany, she ordered and was shipped a VW camper in the early 1970s. Agnes traveled the country in the camper and shared her love of exploration with her nieces and nephews. She took them to many places including Massachusetts, New York, Colorado, and Canada.

Proudly, Agnes served at Mobile Army Surgical Hospitals (MASH) during the Vietnam War where she earned the rank of Captain. She was honorably discharged in 1969 and returned to Winslow where she continued her nursing career working at Togus VA Hospital, in Augusta, and other area hospitals. She frequently volunteered to take weekend and holiday shifts so her colleagues could spend more time with their families.

Agnes was a devoted member of the Catholic Church. She worked to promote Catholic ideas and principles throughout her community. She regularly attended the Latin Mass at the Cathedral of Immaculate Conception, in Portland. Unfortunately, Agnes was not the most punctual and often had to race to Portland to be on time for Mass. As a result, she received many speeding tickets in order to show her devotion to her faith!

After retirement, Agnes provided care to her mother, for which her family is very thankful. She also enjoyed spending time at her camp on Belgrade Lakes.

Agnes was predeceased by her parents, Daniel E. and Odell, and her brothers Lionel and Francis.

She is survived by her brother Daniel E. and his wife Jean (Mathieu), of Winslow, and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

A Mass of Christian burial will be held at St. John the Baptist Church, 26 Monument St., in Winslow, at 10 a.m., on Friday, November 3, 2023. A burial with military honors will immediately follow at Saint Francis Cemetery, in Waterville.

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

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

In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to MaineGeneral Hospice, 10 Water Street, Suite 307, Waterville, ME 04901. (www.mainegeneral.org/ hospice)

LYNNDA B. HACKETT

WINSLOW – Lynnda Beverlie Hackett, 88, of Winslow, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 24, 2023, at Glenridge Nursing Home, in Augusta. She was the wife of the late Arthur August Mea Sr. Lynnda was born in New Haven, Connecticut, on December 14, 1944, daughter of the late Arthur Acker and Muriel Hubbard Chmielewski.

She lived in Connecticut until she moved to Maine in 1984.

Lynnda is survived by her children, Arthur Mea Jr. (Rhonda) and Michael Mea (Denielle), both of Winslow, Regina (Linwood) Smith, of Port Charlotte, Florida, and Nicole Mea, of Augusta; her grandchildren, Paul (Adriana) Killam, Heather (Michael) Clark, Ashley McCutcheon (Danny) and Sarah (Derek) Poulin, Tyler and Michael Greenlaw, Mikayla Mea; six great-grandchildren; her sister, Lexie (Jeff) Klarman and her sister-in-law Mary Martin, both of Branford, Connecticut, and many nieces and nephews.

She was predeceased by her son, Edward Mea, and brothers, Arthur Acker, August and Robert Helland.

Lynnda, known to many as “Mama Mea”, was a fabulous cook, had an amazing green thumb, loved her cats and was the strongest woman we knew.

Relatives and friends are invited to visiting hours on Sunday Oct. 29, 2023, from 2-4 p.m., at Lawry Brothers Funeral Home, 107 Main Street, Fairfield. A graveside service was held on Monday, October 30, at Libby Hill Cemeter,y in Albion.

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.

JEFFERY THOMAS

CLINTON – Jeffery Thomas passed away unexpectedly at his home on Tuesday, August 29, 2023. He was born in Provi­dence, Rhode Island, the son of Edwin and Harriet (Snell)Thomas. He will be greatly missed by family and friends. Burial with military honors took place at Rhode Island Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Exeter, Rhode Island, on Saturday, October 28, 2023.

A full obituary may be seen at http://www.lawrybrothers.com.

DONALD E. LaROCHELLE

WATERVILLE – Donald E. LaRochelle, 86, of Waterville, died Wed­nesday, October 25, 2023, at Oak Grove, in Waterville. Born February 16, 1937, in Waterville, he was the only child of Wilfred and Alice LaRochelle (Joler).

Don attended Waterville schools and married the love of his life, T. Pauline LaRochelle, on February 5, 1965, in Oakland. He worked at the Wyandotte-Woosted Woolen Mill, in Waterville, for 26 years where he gained the nickname “Red” for his red hair, until the mill closed. Don then worked at Mount St. Joseph, in Waterville, until he retired in 2010.

Don loved dancing, was a member of the Boy Scouts of America for many years and enjoyed spending time with his family and watching his favorite shows on TV including football, wrestling, and the Hallmark channel.

Don was predeceased by his parents, and his wife, T. Pauline LaRochelle (Poirier) who passed away in 2009.

He is survived by his three children, Julie Stillwell, of Winslow, Tim, of Smithfield, and Dan and his wife Libby, of Waterville; and two grandchildren Sara Warner (Stillwell) and her husband Forest, of Topsham, and Joshua Stillwell, of Winslow; and two great-grandchildren, Madelyn and Elijah, of Winslow; along with several cousins.

A Mass of Christian Burial will take place at 10 a.m., Thursday, November 2, at Notre Dame Catholic Church, in Waterville. He will be buried at St. Francis Catholic Cemetery, Waterville.

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

In lieu of flowers donations can be made online to the American Heart Association at https://www.heart.org/ by following the link Ways to Give, then make a memorial donation.

STEPHEN F. THOMPSON

OAKLAND – Stephen F. Thompson, 69, of Oakland, passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 26, 2023. Stephen was born in Brookline, Massachusetts, on November 5, 1953, the son of Edward and Constance (Reed) Thompson.

He graduated early from Brookline High School to join the U.S. Air Force where he served four years as a sergeant in U-Tapao Air Force Base, in Thailand, during the Vietnam conflict.

After leaving the Air Force, Stephen moved to Waterville, where he served in the police department for four years. While on the force, he met Tom Hachey, who became his lifelong friend and business partner and, some may say, his “partner in crime.” Together, they owned and operated Arbo’s Towing and Repair service for several decades.

Stephen was known by all for his extraordinarily generous heart. He organized countless fundraisers in the community and brought immeasurable joy to numerous local daycares and nursing homes as Santa Claus every holiday season. Stephen and Tom originated the annual “Buck Night” fundraiser at the Waterville Elks Lodge and were recently recognized for their efforts with the dedication of the Thompson and Hachey Pavilion.

He was predeceased by his father Edward Thompson, mother Constance (Reed) Thompson, brothers, Jimmy and John Thompson, and brother-in-law Richard Paquette.

Stephen is survived by his wife of 22 years Carol (Paquette) Thompson; sons, Thomas Thompson, of Ingleside, Texas, and Barry Martin with wife Rebecca, of Drummonds, Tennessee; daughters, Nicole Boivin with wife Laura Casey, of Limerick, and Katie (Boivin) Demanche with husband Leo, of Standish; grandchildren, Steven Charles Thompson, Caitlyn and Dean Martin, Brennan and Noah Demanche, and Broghan and Finnegan Casey; his sisters, June McNulty with husband Jack and Cheryl Long with husband Mark; brothers-in-law, Michael Paquette, Gary Paquette with wife Kathleen, and Roger Paquette with wife Shari; sisters-in-law, Judy Paquette with husband Brian Bertelsen, Michele Lacombe with husband John, and Melissa Paquette; along with several nieces, nephews, and cousins.

A celebration of Stephen’s life will be held at the Waterville Elks Lodge, Industrial Park Road, on Thursday, November 9, at 11 a.m.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in honor of Stephen to the Tunnel to Towers Foundation. To learn more about the amazing work of this organization, visit: https://t2t.org/.

EVELYN M. POTTER

CHINA – Evelyn M. Potter, 87, passed away on Friday, October 27, 2023, at Woodlands Senior Living, of Hallowell. She was born on December 27, 1935, a daughter of Elmer and Isabelle (Halloway) Haskell.

Evelyn grew up in China and attended Erskine Academy, in South China. After marrying David Potter in 1952, she became a mother to children, Lorraine and David. Evelyn received her associate degree from the University of Maine at Augusta and her bachelor’s degree from St. Joseph’s College. She became a Registered Nurse and worked at various healthcare facilities including AMHI and Riverview.

Evelyn enjoyed tending to her gardens, shopping, and traveling. She was pleased to have the experience of traveling to Europe and the Amazon. Time spent with family made her happy, especially during the Christmas season. Evelyn will be remembered for her spicey personality, generous spirit, and independence.

She was predeceased by her parents; her husband; her son, David T. Potter; her son-in-law, Dean Rhoades; and her brother Merton Haskell.

She is survived by her daughter, Lorraine Rhoades; her grandchildren, Kevin Rhoades and his wife Jerry, Kelly Rhoades, and Shawn Potter and his partner, Danielle Guimond; and her niece Sandra Campbell and her husband, Albert.

A graveside service will be held on Tuesday, November 7, at 10 a.m., at the Maine Veterans Memorial Cemetery, 143 Blue Star Ave., Augusta ME 04330.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Plummer Funeral Home, 16 Pleasant St., Augusta, ME 04330. Condolences, stories and photos may be shared by visiting http://www.plummerfh.com.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Branch Mills Grange, 20 Branch Mills Rd., Palermo, ME 04354.

ISABELL WITHAM

FAIRFIELD – Isabell Witham, 92, passed away Friday, October 27, 2023. She was born October 14, 1931, to Ethel Marshall and Frank Niles, in Augusta.

Isabell married Bill Witham and raised their daughter Linda at their home in Benton. She worked many years at the Cascade Woolen Mill, in Oakland, where she retired. Isabell enjoyed spending time with her family by hosting dinners on Sundays. She enjoyed cooking, knitting and crocheting. She made many hats and mittens for the church and afghans for her family and friends. She loved to chat on the CB and would go by the handle Biscuit Maker.

She is predeceased by her parents; her husband Bill Witham and her brother Frank Niles.

Isabell is survived by her daughter Linda Davis; granddaughter Christine Fontaine and husband Ted Fontaine; grandson Keith Davis and wife Magda Davis; three great-grandchildren, Mariah, Nicolas and McKenzie; and two great-great-grandchildren, Reed and Walker.

Funeral services will ve held on Saturday, November 4, 2023, at 11 a.m., at Lawry Brothers Funeral Home, 107 Main Street, Fairfield, Maine. Burial will take place at Maplewood Cemetery, ,in Fairfield.

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.

GERRY L. WRIGHT

WINSLOW – Gerry L. Wright, 89, passed away on Sunday, October 1, 2023, at his home, in Winslow. He was born March 18, 1934, in Lewiston, at Central Maine Medical Center, to Paul and Bertha (Miller) Wright.

Gerry began playing piano at the tender age of 7 and continued with select learning about playing piano through 2002 with instructors such as Peter Re, (Colby College) Katherine Foley, (UMO), and Fred Green, (Boston, Mass.).

He graduated from Edward Little High School, in Auburn, in 1952, and Thomas College, in Waterville, in 1969, then continued his education further, graduating from the University of Maine at Orono in 1982.

After graduating from Edward Little High School on a Friday evening in 1952, he moved to Waterville that weekend, hired by the Templeton Hotel, in Waterville, as a pianist. This kicked off his 71-year career as a musician and teacher. While his family would love to list all the musicians with whom Gerry performed, all the clubs at which he performed, and all the students with whom Gerry taught musical education up and down the East Coast, space in this newspaper would not allow.

A Musical Tribute to celebrate Gerry’s life will be held on Sunday, October 22, from 2 to 4 p.m., at The Performing Arts Center, in Oakland (Messalonskee High School) with The Al Corey Big Band under the direction of Brian Nadeau. A full listing of Gerry’s resume will be available as inspiration for those just starting or continuing a life in the world of music.

Gerry’s life as a music teacher began in 1970 at SAD #47, in Oakland. This “gig” lasted until 1998 at which time he was employed by The Gifted and Talented program for Oakland, Waterville, and Fairfield choral music until 2004. From 2005 until 2018 Gerry taught at Maine Central Institute, (MCI), in Pittsfield (vocal and piano music). After “retiring,” Gerry continued performing and accompanying musicians until 2023. During his “downtime,” he provided music for the Mt. Washington Hotel, in Bretton Woods, New Hampshire, for 27 years with occasional private concerts.

Gerry started working at Al Corey’s Music Center, in Waterville, in 1962 as a clerk in the store, which then led to an illustrious career with Al and his band throughout the rest of both gentlemen’s careers. Gerry had planned to play with the Al Corey Band, in November, of this year (so, he never actually did retire).

Gerry met Fred Petra in 1952 and played with the Fred Petra Band, in New England and Canada, until 1998. He also played with his longtime friend and fellow musician, Don Doane, and his “Portland Gang” throughout his career.

Gerry was the pianist with the Tony Bruno Orchestra, from Boston, Massachusetts, which allowed him to perform with Elvis Presley.

Gerry would say we were remiss if we didn’t mention his deep affection for Steve Fotter, Andy Forster, Chris Neville and Brian Nadeau, and the memories they shared from all the years of working together and their friendship.

Gerry is survived by his wife and best friend of 48 years, Sharon (Philbrick) Wright; his daughter, Jennifer Wright, of Mount Vernon; granddaughters Kassidy Freitas (Jo), of Augusta, and Evelyn Giroux, of Mount Vernon; several nieces, and nephews; as well as brothers and sisters-in-law.

He was predeceased by his son, Steven L. Wright; his parents; his brother, Paul; his mother and father-in-law, Ray, and Florence (Keene) Philbrick; sister and brother-in-law, Rae Ann (Philbrick) and Darrell Brann.

Arrangements are under the care of Plummer Funeral Home, 16 Pleasant St., Augusta. Condolences, stories and photo’s may be shared through the funeral home website at: http://www.plummerfh.com.

In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the “Gerry L. Wright Summer Camp Scholarship,”, c/o Messalonskee High School Music Department,, 131 Messalonskee High Dr., Oakland, ME 04963.

JANICE C. QUIRION

WATERVILLE – Janice Caroline Quirion, 77, passed away on Sunday, October 1, 2023. She was born on April 22, 1946, in Charleston, South Carolina, to the late Romeo Quirion and Helen Chitty.

Janice, also known as “Ma”, was a very loving and caring woman with a heart of gold. She was deeply devoted to her family and loved them immensely. Janice had a fulfilling career at Lipman’s Processing Plant, in Augusta, before becoming a homemaker, which she found to be her most enjoyable career. She dedicated herself to raising and taking care of her four boys and her husband.

Janice was predeceased by her father Romeo Quirion, mother Helen Chitty, brothers, Danny, Timmy, Bruce; and sisters, Sheila, Bedilia, and Linda.

Janice is survived by her sons, Ernest Royer and his partner Leslie, Henry Royer and his wife Leslie, Seth Reynolds and his wife Summer, Richard Reynolds and his wife Kassie; sister Brenda Bartlett; many grandchildren; great-grandchildren; nieces, and nephews.

A graveside service will be held at Pond Cemetery, in Unity, Maine, on Saturday, October 21, 2023, at 2 p.m. Service to be officiated by Pastor Mark Tanner, of the Skowhegan Confederated Church, of Skowhegan.

Janice’s family invites you to visit her memorial page at https://dsfuneral.com/obituaries/janice-c-e-quirion to send condolences, share photos, and special memories.

GERALD CORBIN

WINSLOW – Gerald “Jerry” Corbin passed away on Friday October 6, 2023. Jerry was born on June 27, 1945, in Waterville, the son of Claude and Germaine (Doucette) Corbin.

Jerry proudly served his country in the U.S. Air Force from 1964 – 1968, in France and Massachusetts. He served most of his career working at Scott Paper Co., in Winslow, and then at Sappi Mill, in Skowhegan, until he retired. After retirement Jerry and wife Jan spent winters in St. Petersburg, Florida, for 20 years. They enjoyed spending time with the family and also with their special friends (the Gang), both in Florida and also in Maine.

He loved the ocean and the beach, playing tennis with great friends as well as dancing, cooking and going to concerts. His greatest joy was spending time with his grandchildren.

He was predeceased by both his parents; brothers, Fernand, Maurice, and Roger; and his oldest grandson Daniel Clark.

Jerry is survived by his spouse of 59 years Janice (Nabarowsky) and their three children, Kevin Corbin with his wife Diana, Laurie Denis with her husband Todd, Ken Corbin; grandchildren, Thomas Tibbetts, Ben Corbin, Dalton Denis, Nick Denis, Logan Denis with his fiancée Emily Manocchio, and Joscelyn Denis.

Jerry will be interred with military honors at the Maine Veteran’s Memorial Cemetery, 143 Blue Star Ave., in Augusta, on Tuesday, October 24, 2023, at 2 p.m.

Please visit Jerry’s memorial page at https://dsfuneral.com/obituaries/gerald-corbin to send condolences, share photos, and special memories.

TAMMY L. THERIAULT

CLINTON – Tammy Lee Theriault, 51, passed away on Monday, October 2, 2023, following a very long battle with cancer. Tammy was born on September 18, 1972, in Waterville, to Carolyn and Roland Theriault.

Tammy was a very loving mother to three children, and seven grandchildren. She lived a full and vibrant life with more friends than you could count, and spent many years with her soulmate, Robert H. Myers, before his passing. Her nieces and nephews meant more to her than words can describe. Family was everything to her. She would give you her last dime if she knew if would make you smile. She endured many tragic events in her short life, but it never diminished her look on life, or her contagious smile. She helped you believe that all things were possible even after battling her third round of cancer. Her faith was relentless.

She was predeceased by both her parents Carolyn and Roland Theriault; grandparents John and Lavina Thomas, grandparents Pete and Eve Terrio; three brothers, Daniel, Bruce, and Justin Theriault; nephew Jason; as well as her life partner Robert H Myers.

Tammy is survived by her son Austin Theriault; daughters Megan and Melinda along with their families; siblings, Brenda Tuttle with her husband Alton, Karen Reid, Roland Theriault with wife Amy, Steven Theriault, Scott Theriault, Belinda Sweatt with her husband Brian; along with many cousins, nieces, and nephews, and special loved one.

All are welcome to attend Tammy’s celebration of life, taking place at St. Bridget Center, 864 Main Street in Vassalboro, on Saturday, October 28, 2023, from 1 to 4 p.m.

Arrangements are under the care of Dan and Scott’s Cremation and Funeral Services in Skowhegan.

For more service details or donation options, please visit the public page ~ Celebration of life for Tammy Lee Theriault on Facebook.

MARTHA M. DOORE

ALBION – Martha Marie Cassidy Doore, 91, passed away on Wednesday, October 11, 2023. Martha was born on July 30, 1932, in Savannah, Georgia, to the late Joseph Edward and Blanche Cilley Cassidy.

She grew up in Brownville, where she met the love of her life, Charles Doore. They married in 1951 and moved to Waterville after Charles finished serving his country in the U.S. Army. In 1959 they made their home in Albion where they raised their family and she remained for 63 years before moving to Woodlands Assisted Living, in Waterville.

Martha, along with Charles, worked tirelessly to provide a loving home for their children. She always found time to help others, especially when children were involved. She belonged to the PTA, serving as president for several years. She was an active supporter of the Boy Scouts, in Albion, as a fundraiser and Cub Scout Den Mother. She served as town clerk and tax collector for many years. She loved her years as the librarian for Albion Elementary School, and later in life she worked tirelessly to help fund, found, and build the Albion Public Library.

Out of her love for the Lord and her love for children she was active in her local church, serving as deaconess, secretary, and Sunday School and Vacation Bible School teacher. She led the Good News Club for many years, inviting children to come to her home to hear about God’s Love and the way of salvation. She will be remembered as a compassionate and generous person with a playful sense of humor. She loved books, music, art, and poetry and found the beauty in God’s creation, enjoying long walks, flowers, and wildlife.

Martha was predeceased by her husband of 63 years, Charles, son Charles Doore Jr, son-in-law Ronald LeBlanc, as well as her siblings Lewis, Earl, Edith, and Merrill.

She is survived by sons Stephen Doore and wife Penny, of Hallowell, James Doore and wife Nancy, of Albion; daughters Patricia LeBlanc, of Albion, Kathleen Ladd and husband Ron Alan, of Albion; son Brian Doore and wife Stacy, of Waterville; as well as many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great grandchildren along with their families.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, October 28, at 10 a.m., at the East Benton Christian Church, followed by burial at Sweet Cemetery, in Atkinson.

Martha’s family invites you to visit her memorial page at https://dsfuneral.com/obituaries/martha-doore to share condolences, photos, and special memories.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Albion Public Library, PO Box 355, Albion, ME 04910.

ERIC V. NELSON

FAIRFIELD – Eric Vincent Nelson, 38, passed away on Friday, October 13, 2023, in Bangor. He was born on October 30, 1984, in Waterville.

Eric graduated from Lawrence High School, in Fairfield, and worked as a carpenter.

Eric had a kind heart and was always willing to lend a helping hand to others. He loved hiking, the great outdoors, working with his hands, and spending time with friends.

Eric was predeceased by his mother, Wendy Johnson.

He is survived by his father Michael Nelson, stepmother Ellen Nelson; sister Sarah Briley and her wife Ty Briley; his nephews, Asher and Beckett Perkins; cousin Laura Weatherbee; as well as many loving family members and friends.

An informal memorial service was held on Wednesday, October 18, at the home of Peter and Melinda Nelson, at 13 Patterson Ave. in Winslow.

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.

PETER A. SERRADA

ROME – Peter Anthony Serrada, 76, of Rome, passed away peacefully at home. Peter was born in Flushing, New York, on August 23, 1947, the son of the late Frank & Mary (Palenzona) Serrada.

At the age of 12 Peter became fascinated with Astronomy, which stayed with him his entire lifetime. Peter graduated from Rider University in Trenton, New Jersey, with a bachelor’s degree in accounting. In 1966 Peter joined the U.S. Navy and served his country on the USS Howard Gilmore until an honorable discharge in 1968. In the 1970s, Peter would visit the area where his future home would be built, having a camp placed on the property prior to the house built, so he was able to enjoy hunting and the land.

In 1982, he met Colleen VanHouten , at a Catholic dinner dance…and in February 1984 they were married in Saint Bartholemew Church in East Brunswick, New Jersey. Peter had purchased land in Rome, Maine, and shortly after their marriage brought Colleen to what would be their forever home. His years of employment as a CPA as a Civil Servant for the State of New Jersey and retired in 1997 from his profession as an Internal Auditor for Union County, New Jersey. After his retirement Peter and Colleen moved to Maine and built their forever home.

Peter had a love for Astronomy as well as a love and appreciation for the woods, especially oak trees. When constructing their new home in Maine, Peter was able to have a home dome incorporated in the project so he would be able to view the stars. Once settled in Maine, Peter met Dr. Magri at the University of Maine at Farmington, a fellow Astronomer, and their love of astronomy created a friendship. He taught a course in Intro to Astronomy at Gold Leaf at UMF in which he was a founding member. He enjoyed being a local astronomer for the Astronomy 101 Course at the University of Maine-Orono with Dr. Batuski.

Peter was enthralled for over 35 years at the Stellafane Convention, in Springfield, Vermont, a convention for telescope makers, which Peter had built numerous ones. He enjoyed inviting folks to his home dome to view the nights sky and all its wonder. Colleen and Peter loved to travel to areas where a solar eclipse could be viewed, experiencing the eclipse in both Mexico and Idaho. Peter was also a lifetime member of the Kennebec Rock & Mineral Club, attending many conventions and collecting various rocks and minerals he displayed in their home. He also found great enjoyment in reading a good nonfiction book…usually a text on building telescopes while smoking one of his various pipes.

Peter is survived by his wife of 39 years, Colleen, and many cousins in New York, New Jersey and Pennsylvania.

His Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated on Wednesday, October 18, at St. Joseph Church, 133 Middle Street, Farmington, with Father Paul Dumais officiating. Burial took place immediately following the Mass, in Brookside Cemetery, Rome, with full military honors.

Visit Peter’s Book of Memories at http://www.wilesrc.com to share fond memories and condolences. Honored to be caring for the family of Peter A. Serrada is Wiles Remembrance Center – Farmington.

JACK S. GIGUERE

PALERMO – Jack Steve Giguere, 77, of Palermo, passed away on Wed­nesday, September 13, 2023. Jack was born in Oberlin, Ohio on Oct­ober 21, 1945, to Bernard and Evelyn (Greszler) Giguere.

In his earlier years, Jack was enlisted in the United States Army. He served as a paratrooper in the 173rd Airborne Brigade, of which he was most proud.

Jack was an incredibly capable man. There wasn’t anything he couldn’t build, modify, or repair if he put his mind to it. He spent the last 30 years (or so) of his life as a produce farmer where he perfected his art of growing all things edible at his Good Earth Farm.

Jack was a man with a story to tell, one who would talk for hours about any topic that would come about. He entertained many with the stories of his life. Anyone who knew Jack knew he was a man with opinions, a man that had strong beliefs and believed “if you don’t stand for something, you’ll fall for anything”.

Jack was a beloved father, brother, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He loved spending time with his family, being outdoors, fishing, going up to camp, farming and working on vehicles and other mechanical things. Jack would never show up somewhere empty handed, whether he was bringing a quart of raspberries, a basket of produce or even a can of Cheez-Whiz for the great-grandchildren, Jack was always giving to those that he loved.

Jack is survived by his sons Brett Giguere and wife Susan, Bradd Giguere and wife Rebecca, and Stephen Giguere and wife Tanya; stepchildren James Mayo and wife Hannah, Desiree Mayo, Jessica Mayo and significant other Jared and their son Calihan, and Joseph Mayo; grandchildren; Bradd Giguere and his wife Angela and their two children; great-granddaughter Madison Giguere and great-grandchildren Bennett Giguere, Jake Giguere and his significant other Tori Fraser, Elyssa Giguere, Emily Giguere, Garrett Giguere, and Luke Giguere; siblings Joan Cowing, Jim Giguere and wife Karen, Jon Giguere and wife Betty, Melanie Giguere, and Carolyn Arline; several nieces and nephews.

Jack will be missed by everybody that knew him, but will be remembered in our hearts through his sense of humor, strength, and the knowledge he shared.

A celebration of Jack’s life is being planned and will be announced when details are available.

FLORENCE E. EAMES

WATERVILLE – Florence E. Eames, 77, Waterville, died peacefully on Saturday, September 16, 2023, at Marshwood Center, in Lewiston. She was born in Portland on January 19, 1946, the daughter of Ora R. Eastman and Ella I. Eastman.

Florence graduated from Waterville High School in 1964, and attended the Northern Conservatory of Music where she was a Music Education Major. She worked at the Mammoth Mart, in Bangor, as a service desk clerk and cashier while attending college and eventually became a bookkeeping secretary at the W.T. Grant Company, where she met her future husband, Chester Eames Jr., known as “Chet”.

Florence and Chet married in Brewer in 1972 and loved and cared for one another for 48 years until Chet passed in 2020. Florence worked as a Head Start teacher in South Paris and as a secretary/receptionist for the Penquis Community Action Child Development Office, in Bangor, when they were first married.

Florence and Chet moved to Greenville, South Carolina, in 1978, where she first worked in the Emergency Room for the Greenville Hospital System in admissions and billing. Eventually, Florence and Chet owned and operated a laundromat called “Soap and Suds” while Chet studied theology, at Bob Jones University, to become an ordained minister. Their Christian faith remained strong and central throughout their lives. To be nearer to family, they moved back to Maine and settled in Waterville in 1984. Florence went to work for K-Mart, in Waterville, where she worked in the office and could often be found at the service desk until she retired.

Florence will be remembered by her family for her beautiful voice and musical talents, her love of family, and her Christian faith.

Florence was predeceased by her husband, Chester Eames, Jr.; her parents, Ora and Ella Eastman, her in-laws, Chester and Clara Eames; her sisters, Rose Micue, and husband Theron Micue, Jr.; and Wilma Eastman.

She is survived by her sisters, Phyllis Corey and her husband George, of Sidney; and Roberta Brown and her husband Fremont, of Terryville, Connecticut; nieces, nephews, and cousins.

At Florence’s request, there will be no service.

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

In Florence’s memory, donations may be made payable to “Amedisys Foundation” and sent to Beacon Hospice, 245 Center St., Suite 10A, Auburn, ME 04210.

HERBERT S. CROMMETT

WINDSOR – Herbert Smith Crommett, 75, passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday, September 21, 2023. He was born July 21, 1948, a son of Theda (Tompkins) and Leslie Crommett Sr.

He married the love of his life, Candace Hall, in 1967, until she passed March 26, 1998, from cancer. Herb went on to spend 23 years with his life partner, Pam Powell, aka “The Cook”.

Herb worked at Central Maine Railroad for 20 years, then Local Union #320 as a millwright, retiring in 2005. In retirement, he spent 21 years working alongside his son Shane, at 15 Mile Stream Lodge & Outfitters, in West Forks.

He loved his family and being outside was his favorite place to be, especially playing softball, hunting, fishing, four-wheeling, and snowmobiling. He also enjoyed watching NASCAR and tinkering in his garage everyday.

Herb was predeceased by his parents; his wife, Candace Crommett; and his siblings, Leslie Crommett Jr., Myrtie Nowlin, Joanne Shorey, and Mary Davis.

He is survived by his sons, Chad Crommett, and Shane Crommett and his wife Rachel; his partner, Pam Powell; stepsons, Troy Cunningham and his wife Tammy, and Wade Cunningham and his wife Jody; seven grandchildren, Patrick, Kelley, Sarah, Meagan, Katie, Kara, and Brittany; ten great-grandchildren, Braiden, Tarynn, Wyatt, Walker, Lilah, Mason, Zakk, Autumn, Chloe, and Levi; and siblings, Clayton Crommett, Vincent Crommett, Darrell Crommett, Grace Davis, Barbara Mayberry, Vicki McPhee, Dianne DeMerchant, Beverly Smith, and Marietta Field; and several nieces and nephews.

A graveside service was held on Saturday, September 30, 2023, at the Hall Family Farm Cemetery, 330 Quimby Road, Albion, ME 04910.

A celebration of life followed at the Albion Town Hall, Besse Building, 22 Main St., in Albion.

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

Arrangements have been entrusted to Plummer Funeral Home, 983 Ridge Rd., Windsor, ME 04363.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Herb’s name may be made to a charity of your choice.

MARYANNE PARKER

CLINTON – MaryAnne Parker, 82, passed away on Friday, September 22, 2023, following a long battle with cancer. She was born in Waterville, on April 12, 1941, to Robert and Virginia (Crommett) Nash.

MaryAnne worked in Radiology in the Farmington and Skowhegan areas. After her retirement her passion was quilt making and genealogy.

Maryanne was predeceased by her husband Jeffrey Parker, of Farmington.

She is survived by her daughter, Stephanie Steeves; sons, Robert Steeves, Chris Shibley, and James Shibley; as well as four great-grandchildren.

The family invites you to visit MaryAnne’s memorial page at https://dsfuneral.com/obituaries/maryanne-parker to send condolences, share photos, and special memories.

GERARD J. TALBOT

WATERVILLE – Gerard “Gerry” J. Talbot, 94, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 26, 2023.

He was born to the late Cyrille and Rose M. (Morency) Talbot, June 9, 1929, in Winslow.

Gerard graduated from St. Francis de Sales Catholic School, in Waterville. After completing eighth grade, he went to work at a local supermarket to help support his family. That first job as a teenager would prove to be the beginning of a long career in local grocery and retail stores. He worked for many years in the produce department of the First National Store, first at the Main Street location, and later at the Elm Plaza, in Waterville.

When the store went on strike in 1968, and with a young family to support, Gerry was thankful to be offered a job at Stern’s Department Store, in Waterville, where he would become a fixture in the boys’ and men’s departments for many years. When Stern’s closed, he went to work for Furniture Farm, in Fairfield, and in his final years for Shaw’s, in Waterville. Along with his full-time day jobs, Gerry always worked one or more part-time jobs in the evening. He worked hard his entire life to make sure his family was well provided.

Gerry served stateside in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He was very proud of his time in the service and was rarely seen without his Korean War cap.

Gerry had an easy-going personality and a quick wit, which served him well while working in the community. He was always a gentleman, polite, kind, and respectful to everyone he met. Besides his family, practicing his faith was extremely important to him. He was a member of Corpus Christi Parish and attended Mass faithfully and prayed the rosary daily.

With all the jobs he worked, Gerry’s “spare” time passions included preparing meals and baking, especially during the holidays, when he would make several tourtière pies as gifts for family and friends. He also enjoyed listening to music, playing his harmonica and guitar, as well as refinishing furniture and chair caning.

He noticed Lucille, the love of his life, in the late 1940s when she would walk by the grocery store where he was working. After a two-year courtship, they were married at 7 a.m., on July 4, 1951. Their last anniversary before her passing earlier this year marked 71 years of marriage. He was proud of the fact that in all the years they were married, he never removed his wedding band after she slipped it on his finger on their wedding day.

Gerard is survived by his three children, Donald G. and his spouse, Edward J. Bell, of Lisbon Falls, Angela and her husband, Jerry Bickford, of Sidney, Brenda and her husband, Mark Gosline, of Waterville; and by his one and only grandchild, Hannah Gosline; his brother, Roland J. Talbot and his sister, Mary Jane (Talbot) Paquet; his sister-in-law, Suzanne (Veilleux) Talbot, and his brother-in-law, John Viens, of Vassalboro; cousin, Doug Mathieu; along with several nieces and nephews.

Gerry will also be deeply missed by Theresa Hunnewell, her daughter Amanda Kimball and her sons Ryan and Travis, whose visits brought him great joy. He will also be missed by longtime family friend Carl Parker.

He was predeceased by his brothers Joseph Robert, Donald J (Brother Roger Paul, F.I.C.P.), and Roger P., and by his sister Orita M., and her husband Reginald Couture, his sisters-in-law, Jean (Dostie), Jeannine Viens, Bonnie Viens, and his brothers-in-law, J. Lawrence Paquet, Wilfrid Viens, and Joseph Viens.

Friends and family are invited to attend visiting hours that will be held from 4 to 6 p.m., on Thursday, October 5, at Gallant Funeral Home, 10 Elm St., Waterville. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, October 6, at 10 a.m., at Notre Dame Catholic Church, 116 Silver St., Waterville, followed by a committal at St. Francis Catholic Cemetery, 78 Grove St., Waterville.

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

TENLEY R. CAMPBELL

CLINTON – Tenley R. Campbell, 70, passed away on Thursday, September 28, 2023. She was born in Waterville on March 28, 1953, the daughter of Claris A. Johnson and Maurice E. Penney.

A loving mother and partner, Tenley always put others first. She was a caretaker and lived with a true sense of service to friends and family. For the past 24 years Tenley worked as a newspaper carrier for the Waterville Morning Sentinel. She absolutely loved her job and always felt at peace out on the roads at night. The last several years Tenley also ran Sunday Bingo, held at the American Legion, in Madison. When Tenley wasn’t working, she enjoyed being home with her partner of over 20 years, Bill. She also very much enjoyed spending time with her daughters and granddaughter.

Tenley was incredibly passionate about her horse, Buddy. Working with Buddy in his pasture and taking care of him was something that was very important to her. Tenley’s compassion for others and willingness to look after her friends and family will surely be missed.

Tenley was predeceased by her mother and her brother Brent Tweedie.

She is survived by her longtime companion Bill Parent, of Clinton; daughters Kari Ferrenbach, of Clinton, and Heather Ferrenbach; granddaughter Ashley Sanderson, of Brunswick; sister Anne Wing, of Rockland; two brothers, Theron Tweedie, of Spruce Head, and Eric Tweedie, of Thomaston.

Friends and family are invited to a memorial service being held for Tenley on Wednesday, October 11, 2023. Viewing hours will be from 1 – 2 p.m., with the service beginning at 2 p.m., at Lawry Brothers Funeral Home, 107 Main Street, Fairfield.

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, the family asks donations be made, in Tenley’s name, to Double B Equine Rescue, 997 W Mills Rd, Industry, ME 04938, (207) 778- 6479.

BERNADETTE RODRIGUE

BENTON – Bernadette Rodrigue, 73, of Benton, passed away peacefully on Friday, September 29, 2023, at Oak Grove Nursing Home, in Waterville. She was born in Fort Kent, on March 16, 1950, the daughter of (deceased) Fred Plourde and Anna Beaulieu) Plourde.

Bernadette married John Rodrigue in 1967. She was the mother of Michael Rodrigue (son), and grandmother of Marshall (grandson) and MacKenzie (granddaughter).

Bernadette was employed at C.F. Hathaway Shirt Factory, in Waterville, Hawaiian Paradise Restaurant, Dorr’s Bakery, and was then the owner of Mémère’s Baked Goods.

Bernadette loved to bake, her gardening, sitting on the swing with a cup of coffee listening to the birds, making puzzles, and playing cards with family.

Bernadette was predeceased by her brothers, Louis, Edmund, Wilfrid, and Normand Plourde, as well as her sisters, Theresa Voisine and Jacqueline Lajoie.

Bernadette is survived by her siblings, Leopaul Plourde and his wife Dora, of New Britain, Mary Oakes, of Newington, and brother Elmer Plourde, of Winslow; nieces and nephews; daughter-in-law Casey.

There will be no funeral services at the funeral home or church. A private burial will be held at St. Francis Catholic Cemetery.
Arrangements are under the direction and care of Gallant Funeral Home, 10 Elm Street, Waterville. An online guestbook may be signed, condolences and memories shared at http://www.gallantfh.com.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to St Jude’s Research Hospital, St. Jude Children’s Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.

WENDELL WHEELER

ROME – Wendall “Wayne” Wheeler, 52, of Rome, died unexpectedly while helping his brother with a job on Saturday, September 30, 2023. He was born in Lewiston, on June 4, 1971, the son of Wendall and Carol (Yates) Wheeler.

Wendall grew up in Pittston and graduated from Gardiner Area High School, class of 1990. After graduation he went on to work at various jobs, AG of Maine, Bancroft Construction, Bower Construction and many more. When he wasn’t working, he enjoyed classic cars, spending time with his family, friends, and was always willing to help anyone in need. Wendall was a member of the American Legion and the Steel Workers Union.

Wendall is survived by his parents Wendall and Carol Wheeler; a brother Willam F. Wheeler; two nieces Eliza and Vivian Wheeler; significant other Anne Marie Stewart; and her sons William and Anthony, all of Dresden, several aunts, and uncles.

Wendall’s visiting hours will be held on Saturday, October 7, from 3 – 5 p.m., at Staples Funeral Home, 53 Brunswick, Avenue, Gardiner.

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.

DEATH NOTICES

MARK M. REYNOLDS

Mark M. Reynolds, 70, of China, passed away on Friday, September 22, 2023. He was born February 4, 1953.

LINDA L. MATTSON

WATERVILLE – Linda L. Mattson, 66, of Waterville, passed away on Monday, September 18, 2023. She was born on May 17, 1957, in Waterville.

There will be a graveside service held in her honor on Saturday, October 21, 2023, at 10 a.m., at the Lakeview Cemetery, in Wilton.

Arrangements are under the care of Dan and Scott’s Cremation and Funeral Service 488 Farmington Falls Road Farmington. Maine, where memories may be shared at
dsfuneral.com.